
Experience Details
DAY 1 – ARRIVAL
Hike Distance – 39miles / 63 km
Vertical Gain – 16,628ft / 5068m
Drop – 17,153ft / 5228m
Trekking Time – 45 hours
An Adventure Makers Tanzania driver will pick you up from the Airport and transfer you to your hotel. On arrival the hotel staff will help you get settled in and relax after your flight. Later on, you will be met by your guide and the Climbs Manager from Adventure Makers Tanzania who will brief you thoroughly on what to expect while on the mountain and will also conduct a kit check to make sure you have everything you need for the trip.
DAY 2 – MACHAME CAMP
START – 5,906FT / 1800M
END – 9,302FT / 2835M
DISTANCE – 7 MILES / 11KM
TIME – 5-7 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – AFROMONTANE FOREST
After breakfast you will depart by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park. At the gate your crew will finalize packing and after finishing with formalities, you will start hiking from Machame Gate. Day-2 hiking is through verdant afromontane forest and is steep in places. A picnic lunch is taken on trail during the hike before reaching Machame Camp for the night.
DAY 3 – SHIRA
START – 9,302FT / 2835M
END – 12,304FT / 3750M
DISTANCE – 3 MILES / 5KM
TIME – 4-6 HRS
CLIMATE ZONES – AFROMONTANE FOREST / HEATH
From Machame Camp you will hike to Shira Camp. The first section is relatively steep and altitude is gained rapidly but you will still make it to your next camp in time for a hot lunch. The zone you will pass is known as the heath zone where attractive heliochrysum and lobelia plants become apparent. Various geologic features can be seen from lava tubes to glacial valleys.
DAY 4 – BARRANCO CAMP
START – 12,304FT / 3750M
END – 12,796FT / 3900M
DISTANCE – 6 MILES / 10KM
TIME – 6-8 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
Day-4 is a “walk high sleep low” day. You ascend into alpine desert to Lava Tower (Alt: 15,092ft, 4600m) where lunch is taken before descending to Barranco Camp. This is a long day but note that the next time you head to this altitude is in two days time at base camp – a great acclimatisation day!
DAY 5 – KARANGA CAMP
START – 12,796FT / 3900M
END – 13,108FT / 3995M
DISTANCE – 3 MILES / 5KM
TIME – 4-5 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
From Barranco Camp, famous for its giant groundsels (Senecio species), you ascend the Barranco Wall and hike glacial valleys to Karanga Camp. Day-5 is a relatively short day’s hike and lunch is taken at Karanga camp. The afternoon is spent relaxing and acclimatising. In the evening a practice walk for the summit is taken to make sure you are completely comfortable with the kit you are going to summit in.
DAY 6 – BARAFU CAMP
START – 13,108 / 3,995M
END – 15,332FT / 4673M
DISTANCE – 2.5 MILES / 4KM
TIME – 4-5 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
Day-6 is another half day ascending to Barafu Camp. Once again lunch is taken in camp allowing plenty of time to relax before the summit bid. Desolate alpine desert and, at times, strong winds rip over this camp; yet in the evening splendid views of Mawenzi are the norm. A relatively early dinner is taken before heading to rest for the rest of the evening.
DAY 7 – KILIMANJARO SUMMIT / MWEKA CAMP
START – 15,332FT / 4673M
END – 10,171FT / 3100M
DISTANCE – 11 MILES / 18KM
TIME – 14-16 HRS
CLIMATE ZONES – ALPINE DESERT, ARCTIC, HEATH
Most people depart just before midnight for the final summit bid. Patience and persistence are the name of the game to reach the summit (Uhuru Peak: 19341ft, 5895m) and by dawn as the first rays of light start to appear, most people arrive near the rim. Ascending via Stella Point (Alt: 18,865ft, 5750m) affords a relatively short final section to Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa! What goes up must come down however. The first stage is to get back to our base camp for a quick change of clothes and refuel before the long hike downhill to Mweka Camp. The downhill hike is hard on the knees and walking poles at this stage are highly recommended. You should reach Mweka Camp before dusk for your final night on the mountain.
DAY 8 – ARUSHA
START – 10,171FT / 3100M
END – 5,381FT / 1640M
DISTANCE – 6 MILES / 10KM
TIME – 3-4 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – AFROMONTANE FOREST
After breakfast you descend once again through afromontane forest and around midday, after saying farewell to your crew, you are picked up and transferred back to your lodge for a well deserved shower! Later that evening you will be visited by an Adventure Makers Tanzania Representative to congratulate you, to find out how the trip went and to answer any final questions you may have about your onward journey.
DAY 9 – DEPART
After one last breakfast, your driver will collect you from the lodge at a time previously arranged time in order to take you to the airport in good time for your return flight or onward travel arrangements.
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These are the terms and conditions of any contact between Adventure Makers Tanzania (the services Providers) and you (all persons traveling with us, named on a booking). They are very important,
So please take time to read them. Confirmation of travel with Adventure Makers Tanzania implicates That you have read, fully understood and agreed to the terms and conditions described below.
If you have any questions or doubts, please contact us.
- BOOKING AND PAYMENT
1.1 All services are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until confirmed.
1.2 A deposit of 25% of the total value for each person referred to on the booking form is required at the time of booking. If a higher deposit is required for any particular tour, this will be indicated before confirmation.
1.3 Where gorilla permits are required, they must be paid in full at the time of confirmation and are non-refundable. This is in addition to the standard non-refundable deposit.
1.4 The remaining balance is due 30 days before the start of the tour, unless otherwise indicated of which a certain percentage can be paid upon the start of the tour. Should this payment not be received without notice, Adventure Makers Tanzania reserves the right to treat the booking as cancelled, whereby normal cancellation conditions apply.
1.5 If the booking is made within 30 days of the tour start date, full payment is required at the time of booking. The contract between us is made when we issue your confirmation invoice.
1.6 At the time of booking, we require full details for all passengers (names must be as they appear in passports).
- PRICES
2.1 All prices are quoted and paid in US Dollars unless otherwise stated.
2.2 Prices quoted by Adventure Makers Tanzania are subject to change without notice and are not Guaranteed until the time of confirmation.
2.3 Prices quoted are as per itinerary and per person and unless stated otherwise, include the following:
Overnight accommodation as specified, national park and game reserve entrance fees, overland transportation, domestic air transportation where indicated, drivers and guides fees (not tips), Chimpanzee tracking permits, three meals per day as specified, unlimited mineral water during Safari (not at the lodges/camps), coffee/tea twice a day during safari, unlimited game drives.
2.4 Prices quoted do not include the following: Personal expenses, personal insurance, laundry, meals other than as stated, drinks, passport and visa fees, tips and gratuities, international flights.
2.5 Meals are provided three times per day; breakfast, lunch and dinner, often including a packed lunch or picnic for one of these.
2.6 Accommodation varies depending on location and price plan. Camping, tented camps, bandas, guest houses, tented accommodation and hotels are regarded as suitable accommodation.
2.7 Adventure Makers Tanzania reserves the right to substitute accommodation for those indicated in itineraries.
- DESCRIPTIONS AND SERVICE
3.1 All information and descriptions (including those regarding accommodation and activities) are based on the latest information available and are given in good faith. Adventure Makers Tanzania is Not liable for deviations from these descriptions.
3.2 Transport provided will vary according to the itinerary and the number of clients. We attempt to ensure that the vehicles used are maintained in a decent (our opinion of) and roadworthy condition. We have contact information of rescue vehicles in all the national parks, so as to make sure our clients do not waist too much time in case of a breakdown. However, we accept no Liability for breakdowns, punctures, road conditions etc. and the delays or changes that these may Cause.
3.3 We reserve the right to use the services of sub-contractors when necessary.
3.4 We do not guarantee that you will see wild animals, precisely because they are wild. However, our guides will always work very hard to make sure that our clients see the best wildlife.
- COMPLAINTS
4.1 If you are unhappy with any service or facility provided, you must immediately inform your representative (guide, tour leader, driver provided by seven wonders) and allow them to attempt to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
4.2 If a representative has been informed and the complaint is not resolved to your satisfaction, a formal complaint can be made to Adventure Makers Tanzania in writing. This must be done within 28 days of completion of the tour. We accept no liability for complaints not notified in accordance to this.
- CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
5.1 Cancellation by you:
5.1.1 If you decide to cancel your holiday you must notify us as soon as possible. Any notification by telephone must also be confirmed in writing or by e-mail within 24 hours and is effective from the day we are notified, provided that written confirmation is received by us within 24 hours of the original notification.
5.1.2 Cancellation charges are based on the tour price and applied at the following rates:
- Cancellation received more than 30 days prior to tour start date, loss of 50% of deposit.
- Cancellation received less than 30 days prior to tour start date, loss of 50% of total cost.
- Cancellation received less than 15 days prior to tour start date, loss of 100% of total cost.
5.1.3 No refund will be given for gorilla permits, independent of the cancellation date.
5.1.4 Refunds will not be given for unused services, the late arrival or absence of clients.
5.1.5 We accept no liability for any loss or damage arising from cancellations.
5.2 Cancellation by Adventure Makers Tanzania:
5.2.1 We reserve the right to cancel your holiday and charge cancellation fees (as defined above) should you fail to pay the balance when due.
5.2.2 Adventure Makers Tanzania reserves the right to cancel your tour up to 60 days before start date. After this we will not cancel your tour unless it is for a reason outside our control. In such circumstances we will offer you the choice of an alternative holiday if available, or full refund.
If We have to cancel your holiday we will offer you:
- a) Arrangements of a similar nature, standard and price, if available.
- b) Arrangements of a lower standard, whereby the difference in price will be refunded.
- c) More expensive arrangements, whereby the difference in price will be paid by you.
- d) A full refund.
5.2.3 Adventure Makers Tanzania accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from cancellations.
- ALTERATIONS
6.1 Alterations by you
6.1. Should you wish to make alterations to a confirmed booking, we will do our best to make the alterations, although it may not always be possible.
6.2 Alterations by Adventure Makers Tanzania.
6.2.1 Adventure Makers Tanzania reserves the right to alter confirmed bookings. Whilst this is not common, sometimes is necessary. We will try our best to make sure that the alterations is to a higher standard of services. Due to the nature of the holiday, arrangements and itineraries need to be flexible and we will attempt to inform you as soon as possible of any changes.
6.2.2 In the case of significant alterations, you will be informed as soon as possible and be
Provided with 4 alternatives:
- a) Arrangements of a similar nature, standard and price, if available.
- b) Arrangements of a lower standard, whereby the difference in price will be refunded.
- c) More expensive arrangements, whereby the difference in price will be paid by you.
- d) Cancellation with a full refund.
6.3 Alterations by third parties
6.3.1 Adventure Makers Tanzania has no direct control over its suppliers. Where the supplier makes Significant alterations, we will attempt to inform you as soon as possible but accept no liability For such changes. In this case the above terms and conditions (6.2.2) will be applicable.
6.4 Alterations due to circumstances beyond our control
6.4.1 In the event of unforeseeable circumstances outside of our control such as road closures, bad weather, problems with national parks or hotels and security considerations, strikes, sickness, war, quarantine, force majeure, political unrest, natural disasters, changes imposed by rescheduling or cancellation of flights by an airline or main charterer, or acts of God, it may also be necessary to alter itineraries and services. In the event of any of the above, you will be responsible for any additional costs incurred although some costs may be recoverable from your insurance policy, depending on the terms.
However, Adventure Makers Tanzania will try their level best to find the best and least expensive Solution. We accept no liability for costs or damages resulting from such circumstances.
- LIABILITY
7.1 Adventure Makers Tanzania accepts no responsibility for any illness, injury, death, loss or damage Of any nature to persons or property arising directly or indirectly from any aspect of your tour.
7.2 We do our best to ensure that all tours, activities and services are properly arranged and conducted as advertised. However, while we only deal with suppliers (eg. hotels, lodges, flights etc.) That have good reputation, we do not have direct control over services provided by them and Therefore Adventure Makers Tanzania cannot be held responsible for errors of such suppliers.
7.3 While we do our best to maintain highest level of safety, travel and adventure have inherent risks associated with them and clients participate at their own risk.
7.4 Adventure Makers Tanzania accepts no liability for unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, Including flight delays/cancellations, detention, annoyance, force majeure, war or threat of war, Riots, civil disturbances, terrorist acts, border closure, acts of government or other authorities,Strikes, thefts, epidemics, road closures, industrial disputes, natural or nuclear disaster, extreme Weather conditions, fire, technical and/or mechanical problems to transport (however, in case of Mechanical problem, we will provide our clients with rescue vehicle as soon as possible).
7.5 It is the responsibility of the client to ensure that he/she and his/her dependents all have the appropriate passports, visas, travel permits, health certificates and other required documentation.
- MEDICAL & TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
8.1 You are responsible for all requirements concerning medical vaccinations and certificates, precautions against malaria, visas, international currency and passports, and Adventure Makers Tanzania accept no liability if such requirements have not been correctly arranged by you.
8.2 It is also your responsibility to report on time for all transport arrangements and to ensure that you have all travel tickets & documents. We cannot be held responsible for any additional costs if you fail to do so and in the case of passengers being refused entry by any immigration or other authority, all repatriation costs are to be borne by the passenger.
- TOUR AUTHORITY
9.1 The authority of the guide and/or driver will be final at all times – this is for your own safety and the wellbeing of your fellow travelers.
9.2 You must always comply with local laws and regulations.
9.3 We reserve the right to refuse any person participation in the tour, or refuse their continuation in the tour and neither Adventure Makers Tanzania or the supplier will be liable for resulting expenses and no refunds will be given. This very rare incident is only likely to happen when behavior is deemed likely to cause danger, inconvenience or hazard to the tour or any third party.
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