Mt Kilimanjaro Climb - 8 days
8 Days Starting in Mount Kilimanjaro and ending in Marangu
Visiting: Mount Kilimanjaro, Trek to First Cave Camp (2,600m), Trek to Kikelewa Campsite (3600m), Trek to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m), Trek to Kibo Camp (4750m), The Summit (5896m), Final Descent, Marangu
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1435/KIL
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 15
Age range:
18 and over.Overland Age Policy:To travel on one of our overland family departure safaris children need to be a minimum age of 6 for Southern Africa safaris (Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa) and a minimum of 8 years old for East Africa safaris (
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
TREKKING HOLIDAY: Reach for the skies and climb to the summit of the world’s tallest free-standing mountain and the highest point in Africa, following the quieter and more scenic Rongai route. Are you ready for the challenge?
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Mount Kilimanjaro
Location: Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort
Welcome to Tanzania! Arrival transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to our hotel in Marangu. The rest of the day is at leisure before our trek starts in the morning.
Day 2: Trek To First Cave Camp (2,600M)
Location: Trek to First Cave Camp (2,600m)
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Rongai Campsiite - First Cave Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
At 5895m above sea level, Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and majestically straddles the border between Kenya and Tanzania. Climbing to the top of this dormant volcano is one of Africa’s most exhilarating experiences and today we rise to the challenge. An early start takes us to the pretty wooden village of Nale Moru where we will begin our trek through fields of maize and potatoes before entering the pine forest. The forest begins to thin out and first camp is at the edge of the moorland zone (2,600 m.) with extensive views over the Kenyan plains.
Day 3: Trek To Kikelewa Campsite (3600M)
Location: Trek to Kikelewa Campsite (3600m)
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Kikelewa Campsite
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we continue our steady ascent up to the Second Cave with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. After lunch, we leave the main trail and strike out across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. Our campsite is in a sheltered valley with giant senecios near the Kikelewa Caves.
Day 4: Trek To Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330M)
Location: Trek to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m)
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a good night’s rest, our trek continues with a short but steep climb up grassy slopes. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn, directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi.
Day 5: Trek To Kibo Camp (4750M)
Location: Trek to Kibo Camp (4750m)
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Kibo Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we cross the lunar desert of the ‘Saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Camp at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent.
Day 6: The Summit (5896M)
Location: The Summit (5896m)
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Horombo Huts
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Very early this morning the ascent continues as we climb very slowly on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi, before we have the opportunity to carry on to Uhuru Peak. Absorb the magnificent views across Kenya and Tanzania at ‘the roof of the world’. The descent back to Kibo is surprisingly fast and, after some refreshment, we continue the descent to reach our final campsite at Horombo.
Day 7: Final Descent
Location: Final Descent
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is the final day of our trek as we make our final descent to Marangu gate and park headquarters. At Marangu gate successful climbers receive their summit certificates. We meet our driver guide with a packed lunch and drive back to the hotel to take a hot shower and celebrate!
Day 8: Marangu
Location: Marangu
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Standard Hotel and Camping -
2 nights hotel and 5 nights camping
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7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
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Kilimanjaro Airport transfer on day 1 and day 8
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Group transfers from hotel to park gate
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Kilimanjaro park entrance fees, camp/hut fees, standard KINAPA rescue fees
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Kilimanjaro trek briefing and debriefing
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Porterage of 1 bag (15kg max) per person
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Camping and safety equipment (except Sleeping Bag and Mat)
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Flying doctors medical evacuation cover
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Services of an English speaking mountain guide, cooks and porters
What's Not Included
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International flights, visas and departure tax
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Tipping - please refer to Trip Notes
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Trekking equipment - see Trip Notes for kit list
Age Policy
18 and over. Anyone over 65 to complete a Tour Suitability Form.Maximum age 75.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Standard Hotel and Camping
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What is the maximum group size?
15
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Kilimanjaro Airport transfer on day 1 and day 8.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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