Overview
A 7 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. There is an acclimatisation day at Mawenzi Tarn. The descent is via the Marangu route trail.
Itinerary
In the morning you drive around Kilimanjaro to the Eastern side to NaleMoru to register at the gate. Hiking is through farm and pine plantations and then through afromontane forest. Overnight Simba Camp (full board).
Ascent to Second Cave (3450) with views of the Eastern icefields. After lunch leave main trail and head towards Mawenzi. Kikelewa caves campsite is in sheltered valley. Overnight Kikelewa Caves 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).
Today is an acclimatisation and rest day. Your guide takes you on a hike which normally lasts for around 4 hours. Overnight Mawenzi Tarn Hut (full board).
Today you cross the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo in the alpine desert zone. The camp is situated at 4700 meters. In the afternoon it is time to prepare for the night ascent and then an early dinner and to bed for a few hours. Overnight Kibo 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 descent takes you back through the heath zone and forest to the Marangu gate.So here at Gate your team will have prepared another scrumptious and fresh lunch and your transfer vehicles will be waiting to collect you. Here you will say goodbye to our mountain staff before heading to the hotel near Arusha for a farewell dinner and either overnight or a day room and departure. Extend your Tanzanian vacation with Lotus Spa Safaris on , walking safari or other adventures.
