MOUNT KILIMANJARO SUMMIT - 2023
Schedule
Sat Sep 23 2023 at 04:00 am to Sun Oct 01 2023 at 08:00 pm
Location
Mad Adventurers | Bangalore, KA
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MOUNT KILIMANJARO SUMMIT - 2023 Date : 23 Sep to 01 Oct 2023
Duration: 9D & 8 N
Trek Fee : INR 1,75,000/Person (2141 USD)
Itinerary Link : http://bit.ly/3wHMW8p
KILIMANJARO is the tallest mountain in Africa, standing at an impressive 5895m high, with its snow peaked summit visible for miles. Located in Tanzania, east Africa,it is one of the Seven Summits. Kilimanjaro is on many people’s bucket lists and is the ultimate goal for many adventurers! Taking on Kilimanjaro is a huge challenge – and one of the biggest achievements you’re likely to ever achieve. we are taking the Machame route to the top. This route has the right mix of adventure and dramatic changes in scenery
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TREK
=> World’s tallest free-standing mountain
=> Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the World's Seven Summit
=> Comprised of three volcanic cones: Shira & Mawenzi (dormant), Kibo (active)
=> Lush montane and tropical forests, alpine desert, moorland and a glacier arctic summit
=> The Variety of the Five Climatic Zones
=> The Unique Flora and fauna to Kilimanjaro
=> Local Cultural Experience
MACHAME ROUTE KILIMANJARO
The Machame route, also known as the “Whiskey” route, is a six or seven day camping route and is most popular route on Kilimanjaro. This trail offers stunning views, a reasonable challenge, and plenty of time to acclimate, making it a good choice. This route is including the famed Lava Tower and Shira Plateau. The route wanders up and down a series of valleys and ridges, which make the walk a bit more strenuous, but rewards hikers. It is for that reason that Machame route is widely considered to be the most scenic of all of the routes up Mount Kilimanjaro, providing unique and varied landscapes to pass through on each and every day. The trail starts on the south side of the mountain, passes underneath the Southern Ice Field and makes its summit approach from the Barafu Camp.
QUICK FACTS
Difficulty Level :- Moderate to Difficult
Route: Machame Route
Date : 23 September to 01 October 2023
Total trek days:- 7 Days
Bangalore to Bangalore: 9 Days
Trek Distance : 60 KM
Height/Elevation 19,340 ft (5,895 m)
Prominence 19,303 ft. (5,885 m) Ranked 4th
Location/Country: Tanzania, near Kenyan border in East Africa
Nearby Cities: Moshi, Arusha
Nearby Airport: Kilimanjaro International (JRO)
Months: Jul-Oct, Dec-Mar
Route: Machame Route
Start/ Finish Point :- Moshi village
Daily average walking hours:- 5-6 hours
Trek Fee : INR 175000/Person
DAY 1: [23/09/2023]
Get flight from Bangalore to Kilimanjaro Airport & Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will meet by a local representative and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. Evening briefing at hotel to prepare you for the climb ahead, followed by group dinner, an opportunity for the group to get to know each other before the climb.
Flight Details (Connecting flights)
Flight Name : Ethiopian Airlines
Flight Departure Time : 02:30
Flight Number 1 : ET-691 (BLR To ADD)
Layover: Addis Adda (4hrs 45 Minutes)
Flight Number 2: ET 815 (ADD to JRO)
Flight Arrival Time: 13:10
DAY 2 [24/09/2023]
=> Machame Gate to Machame Camp
=> Elevation (ft): 5,400ft to 9,400ft
=> Distance: 11 km
=> Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
=> Habitat: Rain Forest
The drive from Moshi to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. We now leave the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. Lower down, the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.
DAY 3 [25/09/2023]
=> Machame Camp to Shira Camp
=> Elevation (ft): 9,400ft to 12,500ft
=> Distance: 5 km
=> Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
=> Habitat: Moorland
After breakfast, we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the little valley walking along a steep rocky ridge, covered with heather, until the ridge ends. The route now turns west onto a river gorge. Time for rest, dinner, and overnight at the Shira campsite.
DAY 4 [26/09/2023]
=> Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
=> Elevation (ft): 12,500ft to 13,000ft
=> Distance: 10 km
=> Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
=>Habitat: Semi Desert
From the 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, called the "Shark's Tooth." Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft. We now continue down to the Barranco Hut at an altitude of 13,000ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
DAY 5. [27/09/2023]
=> Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
=> Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 13,100ft
=> Distance: 5 km
=> Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
=>Habitat: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. This is a short day meant for acclimatization.
DAY 6. [28/09/2023]
=> Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
=> Elevation (ft): 13,100ft to 15,300ft
=> Distance: 4 km
=> Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
=> Habitat: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.
DAY 7 [29/09/2023]
=> Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut
=> Elevation (ft): 15,300ft to 19,345ft (and down to 10,000ft)
=> Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent
=> Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent
=> Habitat: Arctic
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), we 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 mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek.
At Stella Point (18,600 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount
Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit.
From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You will want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
DAY 8 [30/09/2023]
=> Mweka Camp to Moshi
=> Elevation (ft): 10,000ft to 5,400ft
=> Distance: 10 km
=> Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
=> Habitat: Rain Forest
After breakfast, we continue the descent 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).
Day 9 [01/10/2023]: Departure from Kilimanjaro
today is the departing day, we wish you a great journey ahead or you can join us for another thrilling adventure. We can right away arrange your awesome trip.
Flight Details (Connecting flights)
Flight Name : Ethiopian Airlines
Flight Departure Time from JR0 : 17:35
Flight Number 1 : ET-814 (JRO To ADD)
Layover: Addis Adda (2hrs 55 Minutes)
Flight Number 2: ET-690 (ADD to BLR)
Flight Arrival Time: 07:10 (2/10/2023)
PRICE INCLUDES
>Private Transfer from/to Kilimanjaro International Airport
>Hut or camping fees
> 3 porter for 1 person
>All parking fees
>Salary for crew (guide, Porter & Cook)
>Rescue fee
>Three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner & mineral water)
>Two night accommodation (one night before climb and one night after Climb) B/B >Tent, foam sleeping pads, cooking equipments eating utensils.
>Oxygen cylinder and Oxy-meter.
>All government tax (VAT)
>Flying Doctor Service (www.flydoc.org )
NOT INCLUDED
> Any Airfare not included reach to Kilimanjaro
> Tanzania VISA Charges
>Tip for crew (guide, porters & cook
>Some equipment is available for rent
>Lunch and dinner at the hotel on first & last day
>Extra personal needs
> Unscheduled stay or Unavoidable circumstances extra charges.
Things to Carry Mandatory Documents
1. Original Passport. This is required by the National Park authorities for your identification
2. Adhar card / PAN card/Driving License or Voter ID
3. Disclaimer Certificate
4. Medical certificate
THINGS TO CARRY LIST
1. Backpack (55 – 65 L) with sturdy straps and supporting frame. Wildcraft Gangothri or Decathlon Quechua is a good choice.
2. Daypack (10-25 L)
3. Trekking shoes.
4. 3 pair of track pants (at least one should be synthetic quick-dry kind). Or 3 pair of cotton pants with lots of pockets. Track pants are light and we highly recommend them. Plus when things get really cold then layers of clothes matter.
5. 9 cotton t-shirt with collar.
6. One full Sleeve Sweater. A fleece jacket would be an alternative.
7. A full sleeve thick Jacket.
8. 9 pairs of Undergarments.
9. 2 pair of Thermal Inners.
10.10 pair of Sports Socks.
11. Woolen Monkey cap/Balaclava that cover the ear.
12. Light weight Rain Coat/Poncho (to escape a quick burst of rain). Hand Gloves (water proof).
13. Sun glasses – Buy the one which will cover your eyes well. Choose from Black, Green, Brown. Blue colored Sunglass cannot block UV rays. Avoid multi toned ones too. Sunglasses prevent snow blindness, and are mandatory for treks.
14. Sun Cap and/or Head-Scarf.
15. 2 Light towel (a quick drying kind).
16. Chap stick or Lip Balm.
17. Cold Cream and Sun Screen Lotion (SPF 40+).
18. 2 liter Thermos [Mandatory]
19. Personal Toilet Kit (minimal) and Toilet Paper.
20. Slippers/Sandals (for walking around campsite)
21. Camera, writing or recording material to log your experience.
22. 3 set of News paper
23. 10 Empty Plastic Cover
TERMS & CONDITIONS
* Any Airfare is not included in the package (BLR To JRO & JRO To BLR)
* Participants have to take care of your International /Domestic airfare or any kind of insurance
* Itinerary can be changed, in case of Snowfall, rainfall and landslides.
* Kilimanjaro Trek group is like a Family, please be in a Group.
* All participants should have minimum fitness, stamina and ability to adapt to environments.
* Adventures Trek/Trip does NOT come with luxury. So please have the mindset accordingly
* Strictly follow the Reporting time, Program schedule and Instructions given by the Organizers through the entire duration of the program.
* Day 1 & Day 8 Dinner is not included in the Package
* Event Schedule, route and weather conditions are not predictable so subject to change in case of any inconvenience that occurred at the time of tour without any prior intimation. Travelers have to adjust to any such consequence.
* Mad Adventurers reserves all rights to modify or cancel the trekking event due to unavoidable circumstances.
* Everyone should inform your family members / Care takers about our Trekking plan. And please share my Contact details
* We will arrange the vehicle for Airport pick up & Drop.
* We reserve the right to modify the itinerary at any point, any extra cost arising from such circumstances like cancellation of flight, delayed arrival, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, strikes, events beyond our control shall borne by participants on spot. Same time we will do our best to make similar arrangements, we will not be held liable for any refund/compensation claims arising out of this.
Payment Details
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Confirm with Advance Amount Rs 25000 and the remaining amount will be collected on 6 week before the trek.
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