Kilimanjaro via Marangu Route – 8 days

You will arrive latest 1pm to begin the expedition. Destination airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you will be greeted by our friendly ground staff and transferred for an overnight stay in Moshi in an exclusive setting. There will be a final gear inspection on arrival with the opportunity to procure any last minute items locally.

Departing from Shira 1 Camp (3,505 m) and a light trekking towards the second high altitude camp: Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m). This trek is not difficult and you will be able to enjoy spectacular views of Africa and the unique flora of Kilimanjaro and the surrounding area.

Shira 2 Camp is the best place on the trip to see Mount Meru (the fifth summit of Africa), weather permitting. When you arrive to camp you will have lunch, and after a two-hour rest everyone will complete an acclimatization hike towards Lava Tower Camp that features a 300-meter gain in altitude.

Altitude: 3,810m to 4,110m
Hiking Time: 1 – 2 hours
Distance: 2Km
Difficulty: Low
Habitat: Moorland

After breakfast in the early morning, the group will leave Mandara Hut and begin a moderate hike toward Horombo Hut (3,720 m), the second high altitude camp. On this day, as you approach the camp, you will be treated to vistas of both Kibo and Mawenzi volcanoes.

You will need to climb for several hours after lunch, ascending 200 meters in the direction of Kibo Hut, and then descend to Horombo Hut, where dinner will be waiting for you.

To hasten the acclimatization process, the acclimatization hike is a short, simple hike with a small ascent. The acclimatization treks should be taken very carefully.

Acclimatization Hike:
Change in Elevation: Horombo Hut (3,720 m) — Destination point en route to Kibo Hut (3,920 m)
Hiking distance: 2.5 Km
Hiking time: 1–2 hours

This day, immediately following breakfast, the party will hike to the Kibo Hut (4,700 m). The actual trekking is not particularly challenging; just bear in mind to maintain a proper pace to save your strength for the ascent of Kilimanjaro.

After receiving lunch at the camp, we advise that you try to get as much rest as you can, refrain from engaging in any physical activities, and consume lots of water.

Altitude: 3720m to 4700m
Hiking Time: 4-8hours
Distance: 10Km
Difficulty: Medium
Habitat: Alpine desert

A nighttime departure from Kibo Hut (4,700 m) marks the beginning of your ascent of Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), Kilimanjaro’s summit. High altitude puts any climber’s body to the test, despite the moderate physical challenge of this section of the Marangu Route.

Each climbing pair will have a separate guide with them for the duration of the expedition, who will be keeping an eye on your stamina and willpower. If you’ve successfully reached Uhuru Peak, you may choose to descend to the nearby glacier. You will then return to Kibo Camp and continue your descent to Horombo Hut (3,720 m) after a two-hour break.

Altitude: 4750m to 5895m to 3720m
Hiking Time: 9-12 hours
Distance: 16Km
Difficulty: High
Habitat: Arctic

Warm breakfast will be provided to you before we move on to Marangu Gate (1,860 m), which is the exit to the Kilimanjaro National Park. Following your descent, the entire group will assemble to congratulate you, and you’ll have the chance to leave feedback in the guestbook.

Finally, we will provide you your commemorative certificates and arrange a ride back to your hotel (at our office).

Altitude: 3720m to 1850m
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Distance:18Km
Difficulty: Medium
Habitat: Rain Forest

Depart from Tanzania – Expedition ends.

Transfers:

• Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
• Transfer to the Rongai gate – entry gate to Kilimanjaro National Park
• Pick-up at the exit from Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer to the hotel

Accommodation-Shared:

• One night at 3* hotel before the expedition and one night after; The hotels have everything for your comfortable stay – caring staff, nice rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool
• Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern, comfortable 4-Season tents)

Please Note:

• All accommodation is on sharing basis (i.e. you will be sharing with your travel companion a twin/double room in the hotel and a tent during the hike. If you travel alone, we will match you with a same-sex adventurer)

Meals:

• Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike
• All meals on the hike. Our Kilimanjaro diet includes energy-rich and highly nutritious meals prepared by our professional high-altitude cooks .A typical diet on Kilimanjaro includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options are available at no extra cost
• All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate and water)

Hiking & Safety Equipment:

• 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats
• All group equipment (spacious and comfortable dining tent, camping table and chairs, crockery and cutlery)
• Oxygen cylinders and oximeters
• GPS-tracking service
• Complete medical kits

Climbing Crew:

• Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides are the holder of Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certifications. All our guides have 7+years of successful mountaineering experience
• Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.)

• Spending money for on mountain drinks, personal items and souvenirs for the full duration of the excursion.
• COVID and other vaccinations required and insurance.
• Mountaineering insurance. You’ll need special insurance for climbing
• Kilimanjaro that covers high-altitude trekking up to 6000 m.
  
• Any unforeseeable increase in Park permit and entrance fees, camping fees and/or any other associated park and government fees.
• Any costs outside the itinerary.
• All international flights
• Travel and Expedition cancellation Insurance recommended.
• Tips (250-300 USD per climber for the whole mountain crew)
• Visa fee (100 USD for American citizens and 50 USD for all others)
• Personal gear rentals
• Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the climb)
• Portable toilets (if required – 250 USD per unit, one can be shared between 3 people)

Your passport needs to be valid for at least six (6) months after your journey ends, and should have a minimum of one (1) blank visa page for entry and exit stamps.

Every expedition or adventure is different. Adventures therefore, must be physically and mentally fit with a good deal of experience and skills for the selected activity to ensure their own safety and the welfare of the team.

Base2Summits Expedition requires all clients to have basic knowledge of their activity of choice skills and reasonable experience. The clients should be confident and comfortable to adopt to required practices such as using fixed lines to ascend, descend and crevasse crossing using ladders in the case of mountaineering in the Himalayas.

Booking confirmation must be done 120 days before the start of the expedition or adventure. A non-refundable 50% advance payment must be made after signing the Service Agreement. Clients must provide a Medical Report signed by a physician stating otherwise healthy and fit. Medical with rescue insurance is mandatory for all participants.

Food will be of the highest standard possible, given the remoteness of the certain area. We will take meals (breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) in lodges and teahouses along the trail or cook in the tents where applicable. We are able to accommodate most dietary requirements but please inform us in advance.

We believe in delivering highest standard of client care before and after the completion of trip. A team of dedicated and experienced Guide & Sherpas will provide support during the trek and for the summit climb as well.

All guests will be given an opportunity to provide feedback.