Travelpack

Highlights: Mountain Climbing, Safari

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Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival & Transfer.
Arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Transfer.
Overnight: Springlands Hotel..
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 2: Hike from Machame Gate to Machame Camp.
Information Background - Safety,
Sometimes called the Whisky Route. This is a popular route up steep paths through magnificent forests to gain a ridge leading through the moorland zones to the Shira Plateau. It then traverses beneath the glaciated precipices of the Southern Ice fields to join the Barafu Route to the summit. An extra day could be added to the itinerary, best spent on the Shira Plateau, where you could walk to the Shira Needles. Strong groups could omit camping at Karanga River. The Mweka Route is used for the descent. Accommodation on the mountain is in tents, which the porters will pitch for you. You will need a sleeping bag, warm clothes and walking poles. This is a steep, tough trek within the limits of a fit individual used to walking in mountain areas. Safety is our top priority and we will take a very good care of your clients, our professional and experienced guide will be carrying oxygen tank to be used just in case of anything, they are also equipped with first aid experience and carry a first aid box equipped with all facilities including pulse oximeter to check your oxygen saturation on daily basis, The proper evacuation plan is arranged in collaboration with the national park authorities. Travel insurance which covers 6000 Meters above the sea level. If a climber decides to stop on the way he/she will be returned back to Moshi as others proceed with trekking.
Elevation: 5,380 ft to 9,350 ft
Distance: 11 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
The drive from Moshi to the Machame Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. As we leave the park gate, we walk through the dense rainforest on a winding trail up a ridge until we reach the Machame Camp.

Day 3: Hike from Machame Camp to Shira 2 Camp.
Elevation: 9,350 ft to 12,500 ft
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Heath
We leave the glades of the rainforest and continue on an ascending path up to a steep, rocky ridge. On the Shira Plateau, we pass through heather and open moorlands, then cross a large river gorge to Shira 2 Camp.

Day 4: Hike from Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower.
Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft
Distance: 7 km/4 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Hike from Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft
Distance: 3 km/2 miles
Hiking Time Appr: 2-3 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower –a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Scenery Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization.

Day 5: Hike from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp.
Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time Appr: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall.
Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One steeper climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization.

Day 6: Hike from Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp.
Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft
Distance: 4 km/2 miles
Hiking Time Appr: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.

Day 7: Hike from Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak.
Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time Appr: 7-8 hours
Habitat: Arctic
Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft
Distance: 12 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.
From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

Day 8: Descend from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate.
Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
Distance: 10 km/6 miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi for your transfer to Ngorongoro Karatu.
Safari - 2 Nights Karatu - Ngorongoro.
Relaxation.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner.

Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater Safari.
After breakfast, collect a packed lunch. Full day game drive in the crater. The crater is 2000ft. deep, and considered to be the 8th wonder of the world. Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact caldera in the world with an abundance of wildlife permanently resident on the crater floor. Ascend in the evening.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 10: Departure.
Morning game drive.
Airport Transfer.

Included In The Hike.
One night’s accommodation at the Spring lands Hotel in Moshi (before and after the climb)
Return transportation from Moshi to/from the starting/finishing point on the mountain
Airport transfers
Qualified guides with mountain crew
National Park fees
Tents and sleeping mattresses
Cutlery / Crockery / Eating utensils
Mess tent (for dining) / Mini camping chairs / Tables / Candles
Rescue fees
Pulse oximeters
First aid kit
Guides, porters, cook, waiter salaries
Boiled water on the mountain
All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Guides, porters, waiters, cook accommodation and entry fees on the mountain.
Emergency oxygen 

On Safari.
Transport in a customized 4x4 pop up top Land Cruiser jeep in Tanzania.
Services of an experienced English/Other language speaking driver/ guide.
Accommodation as described above. Park and concession entry fees
Game viewing drives.
All meals on safari.
Bottled drinking water in a safari vehicle.
The flying doctor’s emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.
Government taxes and local levies.

Excluded:
Single rooms supplement at Spring lands Hotel (except on the 1 person rate)
Guides, Porters, Cook & Waiters Tips
Meals and drinks not specified
Gear for your climb
Items of personal nature
Additional nights beyond the two standard hotel nights included
Visas

Offer Includes

Meal Plans