Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa, with its summit about 4,900 meters (16,100 ft) from its base, and 5,895 meters (19,341 ft) above sea level. The mountain is part of Kilimanjaro National Park and is a major climbing destination.
Kilimanjaro is a large stratovolcano composed of three distinct volcanic cones: Kibo, the highest; Mawenzi at 5,149 meters (16,893 ft) and Shira, the lowest at 4,005 meters (13,140 ft). Mawenzi and Shira are extinct, while Kibo is dormant and could erupt again.
Uhuru Peak is the highest summit on Kibo's crater rim. The Tanzania National Parks Authority, a Tanzanian government agency, and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization list the height of Uhuru Peak as 5,895 m (19,341 ft), based on a British survey in 1952. The height has since been measured as 5,892 metres (19,331 ft) in 1999, 5,891 metres (19,327 ft) in 2008, and 5,888 metres (19,318 ft) in 2014.
Highlights of the Trek:
- Trek and Summit Africa's highest peak
- Tick off one of the Seven Summits Peak in the world
- Summit Kilimanjaro on a Full Moon night
- Watch the sunrise from Uhuru Peak
- 3 days of safari in Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
- Spot the Big Five Animals (Lion, Leopard, Rhinoceros, Elephant, and Cape buffalo) of African Wildlife with great photo opportunities in the famous African safari
- 4 Night stay in comfortable hotels at Arusha Town with breakfast
- Rest easy at comfortable Trekkers Huts during the trek
- Chance to see some of Kilimanjaro's most spectacular plants - the endemic Giant Lobelia
- Get ample time to acclimatize to the altitude and enjoy the trek without a worry
- Get extra time to bask in the unrivaled views with brilliant photo opportunities of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Short Itinerary of the trek:
- 4 Jan: Arrival day at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- 5 Jan: Leisure day at the Hotel for Gear checking, and meeting your main mountain crews for Pre-climbing meeting and full briefing and a short walk for acclimatization.
- 6 Jan: Marangu Gate (1,800 m) to Mandara Hut (2,700 m)
- 7 Jan: Mandara hut (2,700 m) to Horombo hut (3,700 m)
- 8 Jan: Acclimatisation day at Horombo
- 9 Jan: Horombo hut (3,700 m) to Kibo hut (4,700 m)
- 10 Jan: Summit Day, Kibo hut (4,730 m) - Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) - Horombo hut (3,700 m)
- 11 Jan: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) to Marangu Gate (1,800 m)
- 12 Jan: Transfer to Tarangire National Park for Safari
- 13 Jan: Morning Safari in Tarangire and Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- 14 Jan: Safari in the Ngorongoro Crater and drive back to Arusha by Late Afternoon
- 15 Jan: Departure Day from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
The Cost Includes:
- Airport transfers and all other transfers to the mountain and back to the hotel
- 4 Night accommodation in good hotels at Arusha Town with breakfast
- 6 days trekking with professional, experienced and friendly local trekking guide along with TrekNomads Captain
- 3 days of Safari with camping
- Accommodation during the trek in Mountain Huts
- All meals and water on the mountain, including three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner). You may also be given tea and coffee before and after each meal
- Private 4 wheel drive vehicle with a roof hatch
- Professional safari and tour guide/driver
- Personal Accident Insurance fee (Including Helicopter Evacuation)
- Guides, Porters and Cook fees
- National Park entry fees
- Conservation Fees, Camping/Hut Fees and Rescue Fees
- Basic medical kit, pulse oximeters and BP machines
- Evacuation equipment like Oxygen cylinder and Gamow bag
- All government related taxes and service charges
- Personalized Dri-Fit T-shirt & TrekNomads goodies.
Cost Excludes:
- Air tickets to and fro Kilimanjaro
- Tanzania Visa
- Lunch & Dinner at Arusha
- Hot and Mineral water through the course of 11 days
- Any type of soft drinks
- Sleeping bags, Climbing equipment, Toiletries, etc.
- Tips to porters & mountain crews (calculated per person)
- Transportation for sightseeing and for adventure activities in Kilimanjaro
- Any other expenses incurred apart from inclusions
- All personal expenses, emergency expenses like extra day stay or vehicle charges due to delays, landslides, evacuations.
Trek Insurance:
Trekking comes with its own set of risks. While adventure is fun and can be extremely thrilling, nature can be unpredictable, and to help secure you during your trek, it is of utmost importance that you are covered with insurance.
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