At 5895m above sea level, Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa, standing majestically on the border of two great countries; this dormant volcano is the dream of many. Any visitor to this region of East Africa cannot fail to be awed by this mountain. You have probably seen all the photos and heard all about it, so now experience the thrill of climbing the pinnacle of Africa’s mountains. Come and view the world from Uhuru “freedom” Peak. Watch the sun rise of the roof of Africa!

Itenerary

DAYS 1-2: Nairobi to Moshi via shuttle bus; Mandara Hut 2745m.
DAYS 3-4: Horombo Hut 3660m; Kibo Hut 4701m
DAYS 5-6: Gilman’s Peal 5700m; Moshi
DAYS 5-6: Return to Nairobi

This trip begins in Nairobi and travels south through Tanzania and finishes back in Nairobi, Kenya.

Please note that this trip departs Nairobi daily, early morning. Should you wish to spend extra time there an earlier arrival should be planned and additional accommodation booked through your agent.

Departure Details: For clients staying at the Boulevard Hotel
Hotel Addresses: Boulevard Hotel, Harry Thuku Road.
Check In Time: 7.15am
Departure Time: 7.30am


Day 1 – Moshi
Departing Nairobi by Davanu Shuttle bus you travel to our hotel in Moshi via Tanzania’s safari capital Arusha. Your overnight stay in Moshi is at the Springlands Hotel. The shuttle bus will deliver you to the hotel, where you will be met for your briefing and pre-departure meeting.

Day 2 – Mandara Hut 2745m
After an early start to Kilimanjaro national park, you trek through rain forest for your first night on this awesome mountain. (B;L;D )

Day 3 – Horombo Hut 3660m
Leaving the rain forest behind you travel through open moor land’s of stunning beauty to acclimatise a little more for your ascent on the Africa’s highest peak. (B; L; D)

Day 4 – Kibo Hut 4701m
Trekking over the ‘saddle’, between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks, you arrive at the final stage before you ascent on the summit, the following day. (B; L; D)

Day 5 – Gilman’s Point 5700
A very early morning ascent takes you via Gilman’s Point, on the rim of the crater, to Uhuru Peak. Gaze over Tanzania and Kenya from Africa’s highest point as the morning sun allows you to take in this magnificent sight. Leaving Uhuru Peak you descent to Horombo Hut for a well deserved and albeit tired celebration. (B; L; D)

Day 6 – Moshi
Your last day on the mountain takes you via the Marangu Gate, back to your hotel. (B)

Day 7 – Nairobi
A morning departure, by Davanu shuttle bus from Moshi sees you arrive back in Kenya’s capital, late afternoon where your safari ends.

Price Guide

Cost: R 8 290.00 per person (GET A FREE 3 DAY TRIP WHEN YOU BOOK)
Local Payment: $500.00 per person