Kenya
Lodge Safaris
3 Days Maasai Mara Safaris
3 Days Amboseli Safaris
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4 Days Naivasha/Masai Mara
5 Days Nakuru/ Masai Mara
5 Days Masai Mara/ Nakuru
6 Days Amboseli/Mara
6 Days Samburu/Mara
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8 Days Samburu/ Mara
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9 Days Aberdares/ Amboseli
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12 Days Kenya Classic Safari
15 Days Migration Safari
Kenya
Camping Safaris
3 Days Maasai Mara Safari
3 Days Amboseli Safari
3 Days Samburu Safari
4 Days Nakuru/Maasai Mara
4 Days Maasai Mara Safari
6 Days Mara & The Lakes
6 Days Samburu/Mara
6 Days Mara/Amboseli
8 Days Budget Camping
Mombasa
Excursions
Half Day Mombasa Tour
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Tamarind Dhow
Wasini Island Dhow
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Shimba Hills National Park
Nairobi
Excursions
Nairobi City Tour
Nairobi National Park
Bomas Of Kenya
Carnivore Restaurant
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Limuru Country Tour
Rift Valley/Lake Nakuru
Mount
Kenya Routes
7 Days Sirimon Route
6 Days Sirmon Out Naro Moru
6 Days Naro Moru Route
5 Days Chogoria / Naro Moru
5 Days Sirmon Out Chiogoria
6 Days Chogoria / Naro Moru
Kenya Special Safaris
Whitewater Rafting Kenya
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Airport Transfers
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Mount Kilimankaro Climbing Safaris
KTSHKILI 02;
6 Days Mweka Route
A very strenuous walk up steep, slippery paths with many fallen trees to
negotiate. The middle section follows a narrow spectacular ridge with
magnificent views of the Great Barranco and Southern Icefields.
The Arrow Glacier/Western breach ascends is closed until further notice.
Unfortunately four hikers were fatally injured (during December 2005) due to
unpredictable rock falls on this ascend route. For the moment, please
consider one of the other ascend routes which all offers an amazing
experience. We will inform as soon as the route re-opens. Remember your
safety is our main concern.
Duration: 6 Days
The Umbwe route is one of the shortest routes to the Southern Glaciers
and the Western Breach. It is probably the most scenic, non-technical route
on Kilimanjaro. It is quite taxing, primarily due to the relatively fast
ascent to higher altitude, but the rewards are plentiful. Fewer people,
pristine forest and shorter walking distances make it a great option for fit
hikers. Add to your experience - OVERNIGHT IN THE CRATER!! Be one of a few
fortunate people to spend a night in Africa's largest volcano. This option
is highly recommended, as this will be the only opportunity to get close to
the beautiful and fascinating glaciers of Kilimanjaro and to be able to
visit the ash pit.
DAY 1
Umbwe Gate (1800m) - Bivouac (first) camp (2940m)
Hiking time: 5 hours
Habitat: Montane forest
After breakfast you will be driven to the Umbwe Gate at 1800m, passing
through villages with coffee and banana plantations. On arrival at the Parks
Gate your guide and porters will meet you. Sign the register before you
entre the park for your first step to accomplishing a life-long dream. The
air is thick with moisture and the path is usually muddy. The route
initially follows a forestry track winding up through the natural rain
forest. It then narrows and steepens to climb the ridge between the Lonzo
and Umbwe rivers, with huge trees surrounding you. The path offers some
spectacular views of deep gorges and if you are lucky, glimpses of
Kilimanjaro towering above you in the distance. The camp is perched between
huge trees and thick undergrowth.
DAY 2
Bivouac (first) camp (2940m) - Barranco camp (3950m)
Hiking time: 6 hours
Habitat: Montane forest & Moorlands
Shortly after leaving the camp the forest starts thinning and is replaced by
rockier terrain, sparser undergrowth and straggly, moss-covered trees. The
path continues along a narrow, but spectacular ridge. As you gain higher
altitude, catch glimpses of Kilimanjaro rising majestically ahead of you -
etched against the blue sky. The path flattens as you approach Barranco
Valley. From the Umbwe ridge the route descends slightly to the Barranco
camp. The camp is situated in the valley below the Breach and Great Barranco
Wall, which should provide you with a memorable sunset while your dinner is
being prepared.
DAY 3
Barranco camp (3950m) - Lava Tower (4630m) -
Arrow Glacier Camp (4800m)
Habitat: Moorland/Semi desert
After breakfast you will start your hike towards Lava Tower, a famous
landmark on Kilimanjaro. The path is steep and rocky, with views of Mt. Meru,
Kilimanjaro's little sister, punching her peak through the clouds. From Lava
Tower you turn towards the Western Breach, a steep climb to Arrow Glacier
camp (4800m). This is taxing and symptoms of altitude sickness might become
noticeable. The campsite is spectacular. Vegetation has now all but
disappeared, leaving only rock and scree in varying shades of brown and
black. The campsite is very cold and you need to be prepared.
DAY 4
Arrow Glacier (4800m) - Crater (5700m)
Hiking time: 5 hours
Distance: About 15 km's
Habitat: Semi desert/ Snowfields
From the Arrow Glacier camp steep scree and rocky outcrops requiring a
scramble lead up the Western Breach to the crater floor (5700m). This day
will be the toughest challenge by far. After snowfalls the route can become
icy and in these conditions an ice axe or ski stick may be required. When
reaching the crater rim, you will be astonished by the view of snow and
glaciers. Visible to you left is the Northern Ice fields of Kilimanjaro with
the Furtwangler Glacier in front of you. Walk past this glacier to the
Crater camp, situated at the crater rim. If time permits, you can climb to
the Ash Pit (1 ½ hour). The Ash Pit is 340m across, 120m deep and is one of
the most perfect-formed examples in the world. The campsite is very cold as
snow might occur. Be one of a fortunate few to spend a night in the inner
crater of Kilimanjaro.
DAY 5
SUMMIT ATTEMPT
Crater (5700m)-Uhuru Peak (5895m)-Mweka (3100m
Hiking time: 2 hours to reach Uhuru Peak
7/8 hours to descend to Mweka
Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
You will rise around 04:00, and after some tea and biscuits you shuffle off
into the early morning darkness. From the crater floor you will probably
encounter snow all the way on your 2-hour ascent to Uhuru Peak. Time spend
on the summit will depend on the weather conditions. Do not stop here for
too long, as it will be extremely difficult to start again due to cold and
fatigue. Enjoy your accomplishment and a day to remember for the rest of
your live. The walk to Barafu camp from the summit, takes about 3 hours.
Here you will have a well earned but short rest, before heading down to
Millennium camp (3100m). The route is not difficult and will take you down
the rock and scree path into the moorland and eventually into the forest.
The camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in
the late afternoon. Dinner, and washing water will be provided as well as
drinking water.
DAY 6
Mweka camp (3100m)- Mweka Gate (1980m)
Hiking time: 3 hours
Distance: About 15 km's
Habitat: Forest
After an early and well-deserved breakfast, it is a 5-hour, scenic hike back
to the Park gate. It is strongly recommended to pay your porters any tips
after you and all your gear have reached the gate safely. Click here for
more info on tips. At Mweka gate you sign your name and details in a
register. This is also where successful climbers receive their summit
certificates. Those climbers who reached Stella Point (5685m) are issued
with green certificates and those who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive
gold certificates. From the Mweka Gate you will continue down into the Mweka
village, normally a muddy 3 km (1 hour) hike. In the Mweka village you will
be served a delicious hot lunch!! You will then drive back to Moshi for a
long overdue hot shower and celebrations!! Overnight in Springlands hotel. |
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Tanzania
Lodge Safaris
3 Days Ngorongoro Crater
3 Days Ngorongoro /Manyara
4 Days Manyara/Ngorongoro
5 Days Manyara/Tarangire
5 Days Manyara/Serengeti
6 Days Manyara/Serengeti
7 Days Manyara/Tarangire
7 Days Manyara/Serengeti
Tanzania
Camping Safaris
3 Days Ngorongoro Crater
3 Days Ngorongoro /Lake Manyara
4 Days Manyara/ Tarangire
5 Days Manyara/Ngorongoro
5 Days Manyara/Serengeti
6 Days Manyara/Serengeti
7 Days Manyara/Ngorongoro
7 Days Manyara/Serengeti
Kenya
Tanzania Combined
8 Days Kenya Tanzania Safari
9 Days Kenya Tanzania Safari
11 Day Kenya Tanzania Wildlife
12 Days Kenya Tanzania Tours
14 Days Kenya & Tanzania Safari
15 Days East Africa Safari
Mount
Kilimanjaro Routes
7 Days Marangu Route
8 Days Machame Route
7 Days Mweka Route
7 Days Umbwe Route
8 Days Shira Route
7 Days Lemosho Route
8 Days Rongai Route
Uganda
Gorilla Tracking
3 Day Mountain Gorilla Safari
5 Days Gorilla Safari in Uganda
14 Days Hot Spots Of Uganda
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