If you are on our Grand Africa Safari, you can join a group of 4 or more
for one of the most famous hiking experiences in the world at 19,341 feet, the Roof of Africa!
WARNING: It is NOT easy. It's doable but tough. You'll have help all the way but if you're not reasonably fit, get fit and try it. Everyone of our hikers have said, "It's a huge achievement. Love it but, it was tough. Wouldn't have missed it."
for one of the most famous hiking experiences in the world at 19,341 feet, the Roof of Africa!
WARNING: It is NOT easy. It's doable but tough. You'll have help all the way but if you're not reasonably fit, get fit and try it. Everyone of our hikers have said, "It's a huge achievement. Love it but, it was tough. Wouldn't have missed it."
Skeleton Itinerary and Price Mt. Kilimanjaro – Lemosho Route 7 Nights /8 Days (Hike is 5 nights, 6 days) Day 1: Arrive at (JRO) Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Gold Crest hotel for dinner and overnight. Day 2: Morning departure to Lemosho gate to Mti kubwa Day 3: Mti kubwa to Shira 2 Day 4: Shira 2 – Baranco Day 5: Baranco to Karanga Valley Camp. Day 6: Karanga Valley Camp to Barafu Camp Day 7: Barafu to uhuru peak then down to Mweka Camp. Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka gate – Gold Crest Hotel. |
Net cost per person double occupancy US $2,945 with at least 3 in the group of hikers.
Includes: hotel half-board accommodation in standard double room, ground transportation, park entrance fees, camp fee, rescue fee, boiled water on the mountain, all meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner), mountain staff expenses, and Driver/Guide expenses. The weight per porter can carry is limited to 18 kgs (40 lbs.) Not included: Tips, climbing gear, personal expenses, and all optional activities. Note: Please bring your own sleeping bags. |
When considering whether or not to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro, be sure to go to the Internet and do your research. Consulting a physician to make sure you're healthy for such a climb is recommended. Deaths do occur. Accidents may happen. You may not be capable of such a climb.
Here's a quote from one website that purports to be an expert and also quotes many studies and discussions. Caveat emptor! click logo to read entire article
Blog by Lindsay Stevens Is Mount Kilimanjaro safe to climb? Mount Kilimanjaro is generally very safe to hike. While Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa, general weather conditions aren't as severe as higher mountains. Additionally, the mountain gradually slopes upwards, and doesn't require any technical climbing skills. This means that most people are able to reach the summit successfully regardless of age, weight or pre-existing medical conditions. If you don't believe me, maybe these articles will convince you that Kilimanjaro deaths are in the minority:
Health Tip: When booking a trip to Tanzania, it's a good idea to first go for a health check-up at a clinic or hospital. Be sure to also ask the attending doctor to check your heart for any underlying issues as climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a strenuous activity. Before attempting any mountaineering in the future, it is strongly recommend that you train beforehand for several months, with an emphasis on cardiovascular training. |
What kind of conditions can I expect while climbing Kilimanjaro?
Mount Kilimanjaro has unique weather conditions and is split into four climate zones: Rainforest zone, Low alpine zone, High alpine zone and Glacial zone. This means that the weather on Kilimanjaro can vary dramatically in 24 hours the higher you go, so it's better to always be prepared for the unexpected. Like the rest of Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro also experiences a wet season and a dry season. I recommend that you avoid hiking Kilimanjaro during the wet seasons as the mountain routes can get very slippery and visibility is compromised by heavy cloud cover, which can make injury and possible Kilimanjaro deaths strong possibilities. |