A 6 day ascent of Kilimanjaro starting on the Eastern side of Kilimanjaro. This side of the mountain is relatively dry and has a relatively short forest zone. It skirts the base of Mwenzi and then ascends via Gilman's point to Uhuru Peak. The descent is via the Marangu route trail.
In the morning you drive around Kilimanjaro to the Eastern side to Nale Moru to register at the gate. Hiking is through farm and pine plantations and then through afromontane forest. Overnight Simba Camp (full board).
In the morning you drive around Kilimanjaro to the Eastern side toNale Moru to register at the gate. Hiking is through farm and pine plantations and then through afromontae forest. Overnight Simba Camp (full board).
Hike up close to Mawenzi tarn (4330) located in a cirque beneath Mawenzi. In the afternoon you head out for an acclimatisation walk with your guide. Overnight Mawenzi Tarn Camp (full board).
Hike up close to Mawenzi tarn (4330) located in a cirque beneath Mawenzi. In the afternoon you head out for an acclimatisation walk with your guide. Overnight Mawenzi Tarn Camp (full board).
An early start is required to arrive in time for a dawn on the roof of Africa! You ascend Kibo volcano via Gilman's point (5685m) which takes around 6 to 7 hours. It is then a further 11/2 to 2 hours to the summit and then descent to Kibo for refreshment and refuel and then continue down to Horomob camp. Overnight Horombo Camp (full board).
The final section descends to Marangu hut via Mandara hut to Marangu gate where you are picked up and transfer back to your hotel for a well deserved shower!