Kilimanjaro Climb
Tuesday 12 July 2022 - Saturday 23 July 2022
(11 nights)
From £3,935.00
Listed by Spice Escapes
Touch the roof of Africa and tick this one of the bucket list!
Kilimanjaro is one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. A perfect snow covered peak rising from the African Savannah, it takes your breath away when you first see it. During the climb you will pass through five unique climate zones described as ‘walking from the equator to the North Pole in a week’. You don’t need any technical experience to climb – currently the youngest person to reach the summit was 7 years old and the oldest 85. That’s not to say it isn’t challenging. This might well be the hardest thing you have ever done, but the sense of achievement and inspiration you will feel if you manage to reach the summit, will stay with you for the rest of your life.
The tour operator for this flight inclusive holiday is Spice UK Ltd (ATOL 9046). This holiday is protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under the ATOL scheme in the event of failure of the tour operator. Spice UK Ltd holiday terms and conditions apply, as supplied with the full holiday information pack. Your money is protected via our trust account in compliance with EC travel regulations.
Includes
- Flights
- Transfers
- 8 breakfasts, 7 evening meals and 7 lunches
- All National Park fees (entrance, camping/hut and rescue fees)
- Salaries for the mountain crew (guides, cooks, porter)
- Camping equipment (where applicable)
- Transfer to and from Kilimanjaro National Park
- Meals and accommodation as indicated in detailed itinerary
- Transfer from and to the Kilimanjaro International Airport
- All taxes
Extras
- Single supplement £190 (2 night’s pre/post climb only - camping singles during climb not available)
- Insurance available through Spice UK if required.
- Some drinks & some meals
- Optional excursions
- Personal extras.
- Visa fees
- Tip kitty £170 taken with balance
- Sleeping bags
- Covid testing as required at the time of travel
It has been a few years since one of our groups touched the roof of Africa so it’s about time we did it again! This is one of the iconic bucket list destinations and we have had lots of success getting groups to the summit in the past so we do hope you will join us.
The saying slow & steady wins the race couldn't be more true than when you attempt a Kilimanjaro Climb - it's not about how quickly you can walk, a steady plod will usually be more effective and booking early will give you the best chance of success allowing you to set yourself achievable goals and train effectively over a period.
Location & Itinerary
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1-2 Depart UK and arrive Moshi and transfer to Honey Badger Lodge
Depart from the UK and fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer from airport to the Honey Badger Lodge, Moshi. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the peaceful gardens, take a dip in the pool and take in the stunning views of Kilimanjaro.
Honey Badger Lodge
Meals included: Dinner
Day 3. Machame Gate (1,490m) to Machame Camp (2,980m)
After a hearty breakfast, your guides will come to collect you and you will drive from the lodge to Machame village/gate (although you may have to walk to the gate depending on the road conditions). After registering at the gate, you will begin by entering the rain forest. Living up to its name, there is a strong possibility of rain in the forest, which will transform the trail into a very soggy, muddy and slippery experience.
You will have a welcome packed lunch stop about half way and will reach the Machame camping area in the late afternoon. The crew will set everything out at your campsite and all you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the great outdoors.
Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4 Machame Camp (2,980m) to Shira Camp (3,840m)
After an early breakfast, you will climb for an hour or so to the top of the forest and then for 2 hours at a gentler gradient through the moorland zone. After a short lunch and rest, you will continue up a rocky ridge onto the stunning Shira plateau, due west of Kibo, from which you will be able to see the breath-taking glaciers. After a short hike, you will reach the Shira campsite at 3,840m. The climbing crew will provide you with a tasty meal and you will then have plenty of time to sit back and relax.
Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5. Shira (3,840m) to Lava Tower (4,630m) to Barranco Camp (3,950m)
The route now turns east into a semi desert and rocky landscape surrounding Lava Tower. After lunch you will climb a rocky scree path to the Lava Tower (4630m). This five to hour walk will probably be your hardest day so far and some climbers may begin to feel the altitude. However, our experienced team will coach you through the symptoms and provide you with all the advice and support you need. After lunch, you descend again by almost 680m to the Barranco camping area, whilst it may seem illogical to be going down at this point, you will quickly appreciate its true acclimatisation benefit. This descent to Barranco camp takes about 2 hours and offers great opportunities to take some beautiful photographs of the Western Breach and Breach Wall. The camp is situated in a valley below the Breach and Great Barranco Wall, which should provide you with a memorable sunset while you wait for the preparation of your dinner.
Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6. Barranco Camp (3950m) to Karanga Camp (4099m)
Your day begins by tackling the awesome obstacle of the Great Barranco Wall. Whilst initially an imposing site, its climb is invariably easier than anticipated. You will quickly appreciate how beautiful the mighty Kilimanjaro is when you reach the bottom of the Heim Glacier. You will then head down to the Karanga Valley where you will camp for the night. This is a shorter walking day of approximately 4 hours, there is the option for and acclimatisation hike in the afternoon.
Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7. Karanga Camp (4099M) to Barafu Camp (4550M)
Today is a similarly short day of around 4-5 hours walking. You will make your way over the ridges and valleys, and join up with the Mweka route. After another hour or so, you reach Barafu (Swahili for Ice) Hut. This camp gives you a real experience of the icy elements. The camp is exposed to the ever-present gales the tents are pitched on a narrow, stony ridge. You will appreciate your warm and cosy sleeping bags on this night! The summit is now only a further 1,345m up and you will make the final ascent the same night. The team will help you to prepare your equipment and clothing for your summit attempt. You will go to bed at about 19h00 and try to get some precious rest and sleep.
Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8. (Summit attempt) Barafu Camp (4,550m) to Uhuru Peak (5895m) to Mweka (3,100m)
At about 23h30 you will be awoken to some tea and biscuits and will make a move into the night. You will head in a north-westerly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. Many climbers find this 6-hour walk to Stella point the most mentally and physically challenging aspect of the climb. At Stella Point (5,685m) your efforts will be rewarded with a short rest and the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point you will normally encounter snow all the way on your 2-hour ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa and achievement you will remember for the rest of your life.
The walk back to Barafu from the summit, takes about 3 hours. Here you will have a well earned but short rest and collect the rest of your gear, before heading down to Mweka hut (3,100m). The route is not difficult and will take you down the rock and scree path into the moorland and eventually into the forest. Here you will rest and feel proud of your achievement.
Mweka Hut
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 9. Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka
After an early and well-deserved breakfast, it is a short 3-hour and scenic hike back to the Park gate where you will receive your certificates; those climbers who reached Stella Point (5,685m) are issued with green certificates and those who reached Uhuru Peak (5,895m) receive gold certificates. You will be picked up and brought back to the lodge for a warm welcome, a cold celebratory drink and a hearty meal.
Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
Day 10 Free day
A day of well deserved rest around the pool.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 11-12 Return to the UK
Time at leisure to recover before your flight home.
Meals included: Breakfast
Being hydrated and well fed is one of the most important elements to summiting success. Whilst on trek your crew will provide you with delicious meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We have all the necessary cooking and eating equipment for on the mountain, and our experienced mountain chefs whisk up hearty meals every day, ensuring no one goes hungry. We are happy to cater to specific dietary requirements, just let us know beforehand.
THE MACHAME ROUTE
This is generally considered as the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro; your efforts will be rewarded with a unique scenic splendour that is not seen on the other commonly traversed routes. Passing five stunning and diverse climatic zones it is one of the best routes to take in terms of acclimatisation. In certain sections it is steeper than other routes so this route is better suited to the slightly more adventurous hiker, but it is generally considered easiest overall. Only tented accommodation is available on this route but all your equipment and supplies will be carried up the mountain by our friendly porters and delicious meals will be made for you each day.
The recommended duration for this climb is 6 days, it is possible to shorten this to 5 but that reduces the chances of a successful ascent. We are making our climb over 7 days allowing an additional day for acclimatisation and increasing the changes of a successful summit climb.
Travel & Stay
In Moshi before and after the trek we stay at the Honey Badger Lodge, with excellent facilities including an outdoor swimming pool, and breath-taking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Our Kilimanjaro trek is camping based and, as you may expect, conditions are basic on the mountain, though the service from our porter team is superb. The tents will be put up and taken down by our porter team. There are no permanent washing facilities at the camps and a limited amount of water is available for washing so we recommend taking wet wipes.
Single accommodation in the tents during the climb are not available for safety reasons. They don’t let people camp on their own – in case they get altitude sickness and there is no one to check that they are ok. The tents are 3 man and usually only have 2 people in them however if there is an odd number they make up three in a tent.
OUR BASE IN MOSHI
The Honey Badger Lodge is situated in a peaceful rural location and offers breath-taking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The lush spacious gardens are home to colourful plants, abundant bird life, monkeys and African tortoises and a large swimming pool. Onsite there is a lively thatched bar and lounge area which is the perfect space to meet up with your fellow travellers and the a la carte restaurant serves up a delicious fusion of Swahili and world flavours. With a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence this is the perfect space to immerse yourself in African culture and relax in preparation for your climb.
Provisional Flight information
12/07/22 Manchester to Doha QR0024 Dep: 2130 Arr: 0620 (+1)
13/07/22 Doha to Kilimanjaro QR1476 Dep: 0800 Arr: 1620
22/07/22 Kilimanjaro to Doha QR1476 Dep: 1725 Arr: 2250
23/07/22 Doha to Manchester QR0021 Dep: 0125 Arr: 0650
Kilimanjaro Climb
| Type | Price | |
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| Own flight with transfers | £2935.00 | Sold Out |
| Manchester | £3935.00 | Sold Out |
| Manchester/Heathrow | £3935.00 | Sold Out |
Kilimanjaro Climb accommodation
| Type | Price | |
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| Place in twin share accommodation | £0.00 | Sold Out |
| Place in single accommodation (lodge only) | £220.00 | Sold Out |
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