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Mt Kilimanjaro Climb

8 days

TREKKING HOLIDAY: Reach for the skies and climb to the summit of the world’s tallest free-standing mountain and the highest point in Africa, following the quieter and more scenic Rongai route. Are you ready for the challenge?

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour Overview

Duration

8 days

Starts

Mount Kilimanjaro

Ends

Range

Active

Tour Guide

Yes

Group Size

Min 4 / Max 15

Minimum age

15 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Saturdays

Hotel Rating

Standard Hotel and Camping

Countries

Tanzania

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 7, Lunch: 6, Dinner: 6
Per Person From
NZD$6,525.00
Deposit From
Final payment
NZD$1,000.00
$12,050.00

Tour Highlights

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro & enjoy the views from Uhuru Peak
See diverse scenery on the climb: rainforest, moorland, alpine desert giant senecios plants and glacial fields
Marvel at the spectacular views of Tanzania and Kenya from the summit of Kilimanjaro
Trek to Mawenzi and Kibo Peaks

Included

2 nights hotel and 5 nights camping
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
Kilimanjaro Airport transfer on day 1 and day 8
Group transfers from hotel to park gate
Kilimanjaro park entrance fees, camp/hut fees, standard KINAPA rescue fees
Kilimanjaro trek briefing and debriefing
Porterage of 1 bag (15kg max) per person
Camping and safety equipment (except Sleeping Bag and Mat)
Flying doctors medical evacuation cover
Services of an English speaking mountain guide, cooks and porters

Not Included

International flights, visas and departure tax
Tipping - please refer to Trip Notes
Trekking equipment - see Trip Notes for kit list

Itinerary

Day 1 - Marangu

Welcome to Tanzania! Arrival transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to our hotel in Marangu. The rest of the day is at leisure before our trek starts in the morning.

Overnight: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort

Day 2 - Trek to First Cave Camp (2,600m)

At 5895m above sea level, Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and majestically straddles the border between Kenya and Tanzania. Climbing to the top of this dormant volcano is one of Africa’s most exhilarating experiences and today we rise to the challenge. An early start takes us to the pretty wooden village of Nale Moru where we will begin our trek through fields of maize and potatoes before entering the pine forest. The forest begins to thin out and first camp is at the edge of the moorland zone (2,600 m.) with extensive views over the Kenyan plains.

Overnight: Rongai Campsiite - First Cave Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 - Trek to Kikelewa Campsite (3600m)

After breakfast we continue our steady ascent up to the Second Cave with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. After lunch, we leave the main trail and strike out across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. Our campsite is in a sheltered valley with giant senecios near the Kikelewa Caves.

Overnight: Kikelewa Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Trek to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m)

After a good night’s rest, our trek continues with a short but steep climb up grassy slopes. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn, directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi.

Overnight: Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - Trek to Kibo Camp (4750m)

Today we cross the lunar desert of the ‘Saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Camp at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent.

Overnight: Kibo Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 - The Summit (5896m)

Very early this morning the ascent continues as we climb very slowly on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi, before we have the opportunity to carry on to Uhuru Peak. Absorb the magnificent views across Kenya and Tanzania at ‘the roof of the world’. The descent back to Kibo is surprisingly fast and, after some refreshment, we continue the descent to reach our final campsite at Horombo.

Overnight: Horombo Huts
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 - Final Descent

Today is the final day of our trek as we make our final descent to Marangu gate and park headquarters. At Marangu gate successful climbers receive their summit certificates. We meet our driver guide with a packed lunch and drive back to the hotel to take a hot shower and celebrate!

Overnight: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 - Marangu

After breakfast, depart and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back home.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Reviews

I am still absolutely amazed about the service levels of the porters. They were friendly, helpful, supportive, kind. They went out of their way, every day, to assist. I wouldn’t have summitted without them. Food and accommodation was well take care off. I would highly recommend your services.

What an absolutely amazing trip to Kilimanjaro, our guide was exceptional, as well as the support team. They made a memorable experience, even more amazing and I was highly impressed from the food, service, and expertise.

The tour was great. it was with every penny and and energy that went into it, The Tour Guide John and his team from are really the best , I have never experienced service on such a high world class level.

Prices & Dates

All departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 persons. This safari has a maximum group size of 16. The 'Twin/Double' price is per person when there are 2 people sharing a room/tent. The 'Single' price is applicable to all solo travellers, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room/tent. Single Rooms/tents can also be booked by any other person wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room.

2025
Twin/Double
Single
4 Jan - 11 Jan
$6,525
$7,345
18 Jan - 25 Jan
$6,525
$7,345
1 Feb - 8 Feb
$6,525
$7,345
22 Feb - 1 Mar
$6,525
$7,345
14 Jun - 21 Jun
$6,525
$7,345
21 Jun - 28 Jun
Sold Out
Sold Out
28 Jun - 5 Jul
$6,525
$7,345
12 Jul - 19 Jul
$6,525
$7,345

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