Kilimanjaro Trekking

The Kilimanjaro climb 8 days Lemosho is the best for acclimatization. The remote is less used and beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau.The minimum duration for the Lemosho route is 7 days. However, we strongly recommend hiking the route in 8 days.The additional 8th day will give your body more chance to acclimatize, reducing the effects of altitude sickness and give you more time to rest before attempting to the summit.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). After all custom formalities you will appear at the arrival area where you will meet Ultra Adventure Safaris driver guide holding a sign board with your booking names in the list. After checking that you have all your luggage and belongings, the driver will take you with your group and transfer to the Hotel. 

Day 2:  Acclimatization day at Arusha. This day is designed for your trip briefing and gear check and also recovering from Jet Lag. The Guide will check your gears in the morning after breakfast to make sure you all have proper and all the climbing equipment needed. After lunch you will have time to visit Arusha town with visit to a local market on walking from your Hotel or you can use Vehicles. You are back to the Hotel later in the evening for more relaxation or go for a swimming pool for all who will be interested.

Day 3: Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Lemosho Gate, Hike to Forest Camp
After breakfast, drive to Lemosho Park Gate (3-hour drive). From here 4WD vehicle leads will pick you to Lemosho Glades. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) the Forest campsite.
Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 2650m/8700ft
Distance: 7km/4miles
Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: LD
Camping at : Forest  Camp.

Day 4: Hike from Forest  Camp to Shira 1 Camp

After breakfast, we continue as the trail gradually steepens and enters the giant heather moorland zone.

After several streams are crossed we continue over the Shira Ridge then gently downwards to Shira 1 camp located by a stream on the Shira Plateau.
Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3500m/11,500ft
Distance: 8km/5miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Shira 1 Camp.

Day 5: Hike from Shira 1 Camp to Moir Camp

After breakfast, a gentle hike across the plateau leads to Moir camp on moorland meanders by a stream. A variety of hikes are available on the Plateau, making this an excellent acclimatization day.Also we can get a great view Kibo Peak from a distance.
Elevation: 3500m/11,500ft to 3850m/12,600ft
Distance: 8km/5miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Shira 2 Camp

Day 5: Hike from Moir Camp to Barranco Camp

From Moir camp across Shira Plateau we continue to the east up a ridge. We will be hiking on the right side of the Kibo Peak.  As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower elevation 4650m/15,250ft where at this point most of the hikers stop for lunch and more acclimatization and  Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction, which goes to the Arrow Glacier and we are now continuing on the right  down to the Barranco Camp.

Although you end the day around the same elevation, as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body to prepare itself for summit day.
Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft
Distance: 8km/5miles
Walking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Barranco Camp.

Day 6: Hike from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp.

After breakfast, we will leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and to the junction, which connects the Mweka Trail.
Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft
Distance: 5km/3miles
Hiking Time: 34 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Karanga Valley Camp

Day 7: Hike from  Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

We continue up to the Barafu Camp. South Circuit will be completed, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the midnight summit day.
Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft
Distance: 4km/2miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Barafu Camp.

Day 8: Hike from Barafu Camp to Summit and down to Mweka hut  Camp

Very early in the morning, we will continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim.

This is the most challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will have a short rest and rewarded most magnificent sunrise ever seen. From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit (Uhuru Peak) highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro.
From the summit we begin to descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.
Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Down to 3090m/10,150ft
Distance: 5km/3miles up / 13km/8mi down
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
Habitat: Stone loose scree and ice-capped summit
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Mweka Camp.

Day 9: Descend to  Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, drive to Arusha

After breakfast we continue to descent down to the Mweka Park Gate and lunch served at the gate.  It can be wet and muddy during rainy season. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
A vehicle will pick you at Mweka Gate to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha (about 2-3hrs).
Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
Distance: 10km/6mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: BL

Package includes:

• Professional and experienced mountain guides with WFR certified 
• All Park fees
• Rescue Fees
• Gamow bag (hyperbaric chamber)
• Bottled oxygen, for emergency rescue only
• All Fresh, nutritious meals while on the Mountain
• Arrival and Departure transfers
• Guides, Porters, Cooks  salaries and park fees
• Mountains equipments 

Package excludes:

• Personal Expenses e.g (Laundry, Telephone, Beverages, etc.)
• Tips for the crew and service at hotels.
• Mountain climbing gears 
• International  Air ticket
• Visa 

Marangu – or “Coca-Cola” – route is rightfully popular amongst Kilimanjaro climbers. It is unique in that it provides extra comfort with its permanent huts. Fabulous vistas of Kilimanjaro Mawenzi and Kibo peaks are an added advantage of Coca-Cola Route! Marangu Route offers 6 and 5-day itineraries, the latter being the way to go for experienced trekkers.

The 8days Marangu Route itinerary with its longer acclimatization is preferable if this is to be your first climb. Those who climb Kilimanjaro on Marangu can look forward to a trek that covers the distance of 64 km (40 miles) with comfortable conditions resulting in a 92% success rate for the longer program.

Day 1: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). After all custom formalities you will appear at the arrival area where you will meet Ultra Adventure Safaris driver guide holding a sign board with your booking names in the list. After checking that you have all your luggage and belongings, the driver will take you with your group and transfer to the Hotel. 

Day 2:  Acclimatization day at Arusha. This is day is designed for your trip briefing and gear check and also recovering from Jet Lag. The Guide will check your gears in the morning after breakfast to make sure you all have proper and all the climbing equipment needed. After lunch you will have time to visit Arusha town with visit to a local market on walking from your Hotel or you can use Vehicle. You are back to the Hotel later in the evening for more relaxation or go for a swimming pool for all who will be interested.

Day 3: Marangu Gate (1860m) to Mandara Hut (2700m)

Elevation (ft): 6,046 ft to 8,858 ft

Distance: 8 km/5 miles

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

We depart from Arusha to  Marangu Gate for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The hiking trail begins by ascending a beautiful, tropical rain forest. At the upper edge of the forest line, we have the opportunity to see blue monkeys. The trail then widens to expose beautiful hillsides until we reach Mandara Hut.

This will be your first day at this altitude, so it is strongly recommended you heed the following instructions from this point on:

Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine

Drink over 4 liters of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently)

Take a Diamox pill to help alleviate symptoms of altitude sickness due to your doctor prescription. Most mountain climbers take Diamox in the morning, before they start their ascent, in order to reduce discomfort associated with altitude sickness. We recommend you consult your doctor prior to the trip in case of potential allergies (be aware Diamox is sulfuric pills in case of allergy.

At night you may experience discomfort associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Taking altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a headache. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness.

Day 4: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Elevation (ft): 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft

Distance: 12 km/7 miles

Hiking Time: 6-8 hours

Habitat: Heath

We will start the day by continuing through the forest until the trail opens into high moorland. We may get our first views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks – two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro.

Day 5: Horombo Hut to Zebra rocks

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 14,400 ft

Distance: 5 km/3 miles

Hiking Time: 2-3 hours

Habitat: Heath

This is an extra day meant for acclimatization and can be spent day hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi. After spending a few moments exploring the area we head back to Horombo Hut.

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 15,430 ft

Distance: 10 km/6 miles

Hiking Time: 6-8 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

We climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the “Saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo. Our camp, Kibo Hut, sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Once here we rest, enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day.

Day 7: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak

Elevation (ft): 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft

Distance: 6 km/4 miles

Hiking Time: 6-8 hours

Habitat: Arctic

Very early in the morning, 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, break. At Gilman’s point (18,600 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.

After spending a few moments taking in the plains of Africa and your accomplishment, we descend to Horombo Hut. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

Day  8: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft

Distance: 20 km/12 miles

Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

On our last day, we have a long trek mostly downhill through the tropical rainforest. Once at the park headquarters at Marangu gate. A vehicle will meet us here and drive us back to the hotel in Arusha

Package includes:

• Professional and experienced mountain guides
• All Park fees
• Rescue Fees
• Gamow bag (hyper baric chamber)
• Bottled oxygen, for emergency rescue only
• All Fresh, nutritious meals while on the Mountain
• Arrival and Departure transfers
• Guides, Porters, Cooks  salaries and park fees

Package excludes:

• Personal Expenses e.g (Laundry, Telephone, Beverages, etc.)
• Tips for the crew and service at hotels.
• Mountain climbing gears 
• International Air ticket
• Visa 

If Marangu is the “Coca Cola” route, then the Machame Route is the “Whiskey” route. It is the second most popular and one of the most scenic routes on the mountain. It is done over 7 days, so acclimatization is easier, and the success rate is fairly high.

It is for physically fit people with some hiking experience. Descent is down the Mweka trail staying at the Mweka or Millennium camp for your last night 

Day 1: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). After all custom formalities you will appear at the arrival area where you will meet Ultra Adventure Safaris driver guide holding a sign board with your booking names in the list. After checking that you have all your luggage and belongings, the driver will take you with your group and transfer to the Hotel. 

Day 2:  Acclimatization day at Arusha. This is day is designed for your trip briefing and gear check and also recovering from Jet Lag. The Guide will check your gears in the morning after breakfast to make sure you all have proper and all the climbing equipment needed. After lunch you will have time to visit Arusha town with visit to a local market on walking from your Hotel or you can use Vehicle. You are back to the Hotel later in the evening for more relaxation or go for a swimming pool for all who will be interested.

Day 3: Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Machame Gate, Hike to Machame Camp.

Drive from Arusha  to Machame Gate takes about 1 hr to 45 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame, which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. It will take a short time to registration and the after that we will have lunch before we start our hike.  We depart the park gate and walk through the Montane  rain forest on a winding trail up the ridge.

At lower elevations the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea to have them on. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.

Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 3050m/9950ft

Distance: 11km/7miles

Hiking Time: 5-6 hours

Habitat; Montane Forest

Meals; LD

After breakfast we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky.

Day 4: Hike from Machame Camp to Shira Camp

After breakfast we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on ascending path, crossing the valley path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite.

Elevation; 3050m/9950ft to 3850m/12600ft

Distance; 5km/3miles

Walking time; 4-5 hours

Habitat; moorland

Meals; BLD

Day 5: Hike from Shira Cave Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

From Shira plateau we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower  elevation 4650m/15250ft.

Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes up to  Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp. Although you will end the day around the same elevation, as when you began. This day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day. In another way we say climb high sleep low

Elevation; 3850m/12600ft to 4000m/13000ft

Distance; 10km/6miles

Walking time; 5-6 hours

Habitat; semi desert

Meals; BLD

Day 6: Hike from Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp

After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep up the Barranco Wall, through the Karanga Valley to the junction, which connects, with the Millennium to Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Camp. You have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp with views of the summit in the distance.

Elevation; 4000m/13000ft to 4700m/15350ft

Distance; 9km/6miles

Walking time; 6-8hours

Habitat; Alpine desert

Meals; BLD

Day 7: Hike from  Barafu Camp to Summit, down to Mweka Camp

Very early in the morning, we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy stone loose  scree towards Stella point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise ever seen. From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. Once at Uhuru Peak you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro.

From the summit we will descend down to Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.

Elevation; 4700m/15350ft to 5895 to 19340ft

Down to 3090m/10150ft

Distance; km/3miles up to 13km/8miles down

Hiking time; 5-7hours up/5-6 hours down

Habitat; Stone loose screed and ice –capped summit

Meals; BLD

Day 8: Descend from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, drive to Moshi

After breakfast we continue to descend down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).

Our vehicles will be waiting for you at Mweka gate where our final lunch is prepared and there is possibility of shopping at a nearby souvenir shop and then  drive you back to your hotel in Arusha (about 2 hours).

Elevation; 3090m/10150ft to 1680m/5500ft

Distance; 10km/6miles

Hiking time; 3-4 hours

Habitat; forest

Meals; BL

Package includes:

• Professional,      experienced, mountain guides
• All Park fees
• Rescue Fees
• Bottled oxygen,      for emergency rescue only
• All Fresh,      nutritious meals while on the Mountain
• Arrival and      Departure transfers
• Guides, Porters,      Cook salaries and park fees
• Mess tents with      table and chairs
• Camping Mattress

Package excludes:

• Lunch or dinner      at the hotel
• Personal      Expenses e.g (Laundry, Telephone, Beverages, etc.)
• Optional Tours      e.g. (short safari after your climb e.t.c)
• Tips and any      items of personal nature.
• Mountain gears

The Kilimanjaro climb 8 days Lemosho is the best for acclimatization. The remote is less used and beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau.
The minimum duration for the Lemosho route is 7 days. However, we strongly recommend hiking the route in 8 days.

The additional 8th day will give your body more chance to acclimatize, reducing the effects of altitude sickness and give you more time to rest before attempting to the summit.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). After all custom formalities you will appear at the arrival area where you will meet Ultra Adventure Safaris driver guide holding a sign board with your booking names in the list. After checking that you have all your luggage and belongings, the driver will take you with your group and transfer to the Hotel. 

Day 2:  Acclimatization day at Arusha. This day is designed for your trip briefing and gear check and also recovering from Jet Lag. The Guide will check your gears in the morning after breakfast to make sure you all have proper and all the climbing equipment needed. After lunch you will have time to visit Arusha town with visit to a local market on walking from your Hotel or you can use Vehicles. You are back to the Hotel later in the evening for more relaxation or go for a swimming pool for all who will be interested.

Day 3: Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Lemosho Gate, Hike to Forest Camp
After breakfast, drive to Lemosho Park Gate (3-hour drive). From here 4WD vehicle leads will pick you to Lemosho Glades. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) the Forest campsite.
Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 2650m/8700ft
Distance: 7km/4miles
Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: LD
Camping at : Forest  Camp.

Day 4: Hike from Forest  Camp to Shira 1 Camp

After breakfast, we continue as the trail gradually steepens and enters the giant heather moorland zone.

After several streams are crossed we continue over the Shira Ridge then gently downwards to Shira 1 camp located by a stream on the Shira Plateau.
Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3500m/11,500ft
Distance: 8km/5miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Shira 1 Camp.

Day 5: Hike from Shira 1 Camp to Moir Camp

After breakfast, a gentle hike across the plateau leads to Moir camp on moorland meanders by a stream. A variety of hikes are available on the Plateau, making this an excellent acclimatization day.Also we can get a great view Kibo Peak from a distance.
Elevation: 3500m/11,500ft to 3850m/12,600ft
Distance: 8km/5miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Shira 2 Camp

Day 5: Hike from Moir Camp to Pofu  Camp

From Moir camp across rock boulders heading North West to Pofu Camp (4175mts). We will be hiking on the Left side of the Kibo Peak crossing the Valley. This day there is a big chance to spot animals’trail and foot prints. Alll these animals are migtrating from Amboseli National Park in Kenya to Tanzania Kilimanjaro side.   As we continue, our direction changes to the West North towards the Kibo Peak, 

Although you end the day around the same elevation, as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body to prepare itself for summit day.
Elevation: 4,000mts /13,500ft to 4175m/13600ft
Distance:10.4km/6miles
Walking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Pofu Camp.

Day 6: Hike from Pofu  Camp to Third Cave Camp. 

After breakfast, we will leave Pofu camp and continue across  the Kibo Peak where we will have a chance to see the second Peak of Kilimanjaro the Mawenzi ahead of us from a distance on the left. Building from our neighbor country Kenya cab also is seen from this point. This is a short day hike which will allow us t have hot lunch at camp and enough time to acclimatize 

Elevation: 4000m/13,500ft to 3800m/13,250ft
Distance: 6km/3.5miles
Hiking Time: 3 to 4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Third Cave Camp

Day 7: Hike from Third Cave to School Hut camp

We continue up to the School Hut Camp North Circuit will be completed, which offers views of Mawenzi Peak and the summit from many different angles. On this trail we will have a chance to hike steep up to the Big Cave where there are remains of the long time buffaloes who came here to feed on salt minerals from the rocks.  Once at the camp, early rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the midnight summit day.
Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft
Distance: 4km/2miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Barafu Camp.

Day 8: Hike from School hut Camp to Summit and down to Mweka hut Camp

Very early in the morning, we will continue our way to the summit between Hans Meyer, 5200mts, Gillmans Point 5,600mts via Stella view point to Uhuru the highest Point. When you get to the all above points hiking is turning easier as you will be hiking around the crater rim to the summit.

This is the most challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will have a short rest and rewarded most magnificent sunrise ever seen. From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit (Uhuru Peak) highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro.
From the summit we begin to descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Millennium camp  for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.
Elevation: 4800mts/15,800ft to 5895mts/19,340ft
Down to 3090m/10,150ft
Distance: 5km/3miles up / 13km/8mi down
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
Habitat: Stone loose screed and ice-capped summit
Meals: BLD
Camping at: Mweka Camp.

Day 9: Descend to  Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, drive to Arusha

After breakfast we continue to descent down to the Mweka Park Gate and lunch served at the gate.  It can be wet and muddy during rainy season. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
A vehicle will pick you at Mweka Gate to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha (about 2-3hrs).
Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
Distance: 10km/6mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: BL

Package includes:

• Professional and experienced mountain guides with WFR certified 
• All Park fees
• Rescue Fees
• Gamow bag (hyperbaric chamber)
• Bottled oxygen, for emergency rescue only
• All Fresh, nutritious meals while on the Mountain
• Arrival and Departure transfers
• Guides, Porters, Cooks  salaries and park fees
• Mountains equipments 

Package excludes:

• Personal Expenses e.g (Laundry, Telephone, Beverages, etc.)
• Tips for the crew and service at hotels.
• Mountain climbing gears 
• International Air ticket
• Visa 

The Kilimanjaro climb 8 days Lemosho is the best for acclimatization. The remote is less used and beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau. The minimum duration for the Lemosho route is 7 days. However, we strongly recommend hiking the route in 8 days. 

The additional 8th day will give your body more chance to acclimatize, reducing the effects of altitude sickness and give you more time to rest before attempting to the summit. 

ITINERARY 

Day 1: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). After all custom formalities you will appear at the arrival area where you will meet Ultra Adventure Safaris driver guide holding a sign board with your booking names in the list. After checking that you have all your luggage and belongings, the driver will take you with your group and transfer to the Hotel. 

Day 2: Acclimatization day at Arusha. This day is designed for your trip briefing and gear check and also recovering from Jet Lag. The Guide will check your gears in the morning after breakfast to make sure you all have proper and all the climbing equipment needed. After lunch you will have time to visit Arusha town with visit to a local market on walking from your Hotel or you can use Vehicles. You are back to the Hotel later in the evening for more relaxation or go for a swimming pool for all who will be interested. 

Day 3: Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Lemosho Gate, Hike to Forest Camp After breakfast, drive to Lemosho Park Gate (3-hour drive). From here 4WD vehicle leads will pick you to Lemosho Glades. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) the Forest campsite. Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 2650m/8700ft Distance: 7km/4miles Hiking Time: 2-3 hours Habitat: Montane Forest Meals: LD Camping at : Forest Camp. 

Day 4: Hike from Forest Camp to Shira 1 Camp 

After breakfast, we continue as the trail gradually steepens and enters the giant heather moorland zone. 

After several streams are crossed we continue over the Shira Ridge then gently downwards to Shira 1 camp located by a stream on the Shira Plateau. Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3500m/11,500ft Distance: 8km/5miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Moorland 

Meals: BLD Camping at: Shira 1 Camp. 

Day 5: Hike from Shira 1 Camp to Moir Camp 

After breakfast, a gentle hike across the plateau leads to Moir camp on moorland meanders by a stream. A variety of hikes are available on the Plateau, making this an excellent acclimatization day.Also we can get a great view Kibo Peak from a distance. Elevation: 3500m/11,500ft to 3850m/12,600ft Distance: 8km/5miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Moorland Meals: BLD Camping at: Shira 2 Camp 

Day 5: Hike from Moir Camp to Lava Tower 

From Moir camp across Shira Plateau we continue to the east up a ridge. We will be hiking on the right side of the Kibo Peak. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower elevation 4650m/15,250ft where at this point most of the hikers stop for lunch and more acclimatization.On this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body to prepare itself for summit day. Other hikers will spend their day down to Baranco while us we will stay at the same elevation.

Elevation: 4000m/13,800ft to 4650m/14800ft 

Distance: 4km/2miles Walking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Semi-desert Meals: BLD Camping at: Lava Tower Camp. 

Day 6: Hike from Lava Tower to Arrow Glacier Camp. 

After breakfast, we will leave Lava Tower and continue on a steep ridge up to Arrow Glacier camp. Elevation 4,650mts/14800ft to 4800mts/16,000ft. 

Distance: 2km/1miles Hiking Time: 2-3 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: BLD Camping at: Arrow Glacier Camp. This is a very short day to Arrow Glacier Camp where porters will hike ahead to prepare the camp ready for you on arrival. Lunch at Camp and have early dinner and prepare ring for the western Breach hike on the next day that starts very early in the morning around 4:00am to Crater Camp 18,500feet and overnight at Arrow Glacier Camp

Day 7: Hike from Arrow to Crater Camp. 

The hike from Arrow camp to the Crater Camp start very early in the morning by waking up at around 4:00am and Breakfast at 4:30am and expect to leave the camp at 5:00am. Hikers will be served with several snakes due to slow hike and we will have our lunch carried by our crew and stop at pop Toll for a light Lunch and then keep hiking slowly all the way to crater camp for a hot lunch. 

Here we have a chance to explore the Crater by visiting the Glacier, inner crater(Ash pit). Dinner will be served early so we can get chance to rest waiting for the final push to the summit and down to Mweka hut for the night.

Day 8: Hike from Crater camp to Uhuru Peak descending to Barafu Camp and down to Mweka hut Camp. 

This day the hikers will work up early in the morning and to catch up with the sunrise at the top. Wake up time will be around 4:30am and Breakfast will be served at 5:00am and depart from Crater at 5:30am and expect to reach at the summit at around 6:45am. At the summit depending on the weather, hikers will have 15 to 20 minutes for photo taking for their memory. Then we will descend down to Barafu where you will meet your personal porter and reduce the summit gear to the big duffle bag. Lunch will be served at Barafu or Millennium camp depending on the pace of the hikers. The hike from Crater summit to mweka hut camp 3,100mts/10,000ft will be 7 to 8hours. On arrival at Mweka Camp Hot water for washing, Tea, Coffee, Pop Corn, nuts will be served, fresh meals also will be available for dinner and breakfast. Overnight at Mweka Camp 10,000ft.

Day 9: Descend from  Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, and drive to Arusha 

After breakfast we continue to descent down to the Mweka Park Gate and lunch served 5miniuts drive from the gate. It can be wet and muddy during rainy season. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). A vehicle will pick you at Mweka Gate to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha (about 2-3hrs). Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft 

Distance: 10km/6miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Forest Meals: BL 

Lemosho1Package includes: 

· Professional and experienced mountain guides with WFR certified 

· All Park fees 

· Rescue Fees 

· Gamow bag (hyper baric chamber) 

· Bottled oxygen, for emergency rescue only 

· All fresh, nutritious meals while on the Mountain 

· Arrival and Departure transfers 

· Guides, Porters, Cooks salaries and park fees 

· Mountains equipments 

Package excludes: 

· Personal Expenses e.g (Laundry, Telephone, Beverages, etc.) 

· Tips for the crew and service at hotels. Mountain climbing gears, International Air ticket· Visa 

Mount Meru in Tanzania is one of Africa’s most beautiful volcanoes, and it is the second highest mountain in Tanzania at 4,5685m, the fifth highest in Africa.
The mountain is located within Arusha National Park, Tanzania. This prime location gives walkers the opportunity to spot some of the birds and wildlife that inhabit the area. The ascend is quite steep, the route to the summit passes over streams, through parkland, montane forest, a giant heather zone and moorland. The summit is reached by a narrow hike, barren ridge, which provides stunning views of the Ash Cone lying several thousand feet below the crater.

Day 1: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). After all custom formalities you will appear at the arrival area where you will meet Ultra Adventure Safaris driver guide holding a sign board with your booking names in the list. After checking that you have all your luggage and belongings, the driver will take you with your group and transfer to the Hotel. 

Day 2:  Acclimatization day at Arusha. This day is designed for your trip briefing and gear check and also recovering from Jet Lag. The Guide will check your gears in the morning after breakfast to make sure you all have proper and all the climbing equipment needed. After lunch you will have time to visit Arusha town with visit to a local market, coffee tour and or shira day trip 3600mt/11300ft with picnic lunch . Also there is walking from your Hotel or you can use Vehicles. You are back to the Hotel later in the evening for more relaxation or go for a swimming pool for all who will be interested. These are all optional activities which you will choose depending on your schedule.

Day 3: Arusha to Meriakamba Hut (Full board)

We drive from Arusha to Momela Park Gate. After  registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us.With luck we can see along the way the wild animals including elephants, zebras, and giraffe. Also monkeys, antelopes, and often elephants along the route.
Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation(m): (1,387 m to (1,500 m)
Elevation(ft): 4,921 ft) to 3,000 ft )
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.

Day 4: Miriakamba to Saddle Hut (Full board)

The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb.
The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone.
After hot lunch at Saddle Hut we can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for superb views just before sunset.
Dinner and overnight night at Saddle Hut
Elevation(m): 2,514 m to 3,570 m
Elevation(ft): 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland.

Day 5: Saddle Hut to Summit Day (Full board)

We start early at around 1:30 a.m. for 4 days Mount Meru hike steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Mount Kilimanjaro above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridge line between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater.
We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation(m): 3,570 m to 4,565m to 2,514m
Elevation(ft): 14,977ft to 11,712 ft to 8,250ft
Distance: 5 km up 13 km down
Hiking Time: 10 – 12 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane forest.

Day 5: Summit to Meriakamba Hut to Momella Gate to Arusha (Full board)

We take a short and fast descent way through open grassland and mixed forest, with possibility of seeing wildlife before reaching Momella Gate in the late morning.
The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to pick you to Arusha town.
Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 1,500 m to 1,387 m
Elevation (ft): 4,921 ft to 8,250 ft to 4,921ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking time: 2-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest

On arrival at a hotel in Arusha, Day rooms will be reserved fro you to shower re-pack and early dinner before you depart for the airport to fly back home or continue with other schedule.