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Kilimanjaro Trek - itinerary

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Day 1

Depart from London Heathrow for flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Day 2

Following our overnight flight we arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer via road to Moshi town where we will check in to our overnight hotel where you can freshen up and take in the amazing scenery of Kilimanjaro youngest cones - Kibo.Whilst at the hotel there will be a full briefing before dinner to prepare you for the start of our trek the next day, there will also be plenty of time to sort your kit so that you are ready for the off!

Day 3

After breakfast we head out for the 1 hour drive to the gates of the Machame route where we will meet our porters and crew before starting our climb.The first section sees us climbing steadily through real jungle and it can become quite overgrown in some areas and the floor is often muddy and wet - tonight's camp is set at 3100m at Machame Camp.

Trekking time for today is approx 5-7 hours

Day 4

Still making our way up through the forest this morning until we reach the steep ascent on the Shira Plateau where we are greeted with stunning views of the mountain in front of us and behind we should be able to see Mount Meru.Tonight's camp is set at 3840m at Shira Caves.

Trekking time for today is approx 4-6 hours

Day 5

Today's trek will see us climb to and trek at 4600m, noticeably the landscape changes as we come around the southwest side of Kilimanjaro.We will pass underneath the Lava Tower and the Western Breach until we set sight upon our camp at Barranco Hut set at 3900m.To avoid altitude sickness today we use the 'walk high - sleep low' code which helps aid acclimatisation.

Trekking time for today is approx 6-7 hours

Day 6

This morning we start by going down the massive ravine of the Great Barranco, shortly followed by a steep exit up the wall of the Great Barranco.The terrain is mostly rocky and although it is not technical this part of the trek will be long and challenging.Heading towards the Karanga Valley, (our last water stop before the summit) we pass underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers. As we get closer to our camp at Barafu the terrain turns to scree and tonight we will camp at 4600m.

Trekking time for today is approx 7-9 hours.

Day 7

An early start helps us avoid trekking in the heat of the sun; we ascend steeply toward the summit glaciers. Still trekking on scree we ascend quickly over a short distance. As the sun rises we should be at the crater rim, Stella Point (5750m).We will be welcomed with breathtaking views of the ice cliffs within the crater and the views to Mawenzi and beyond are something to behold. Just an hour's more trekking sees us at the summit Uhru (5896m).We then descend back to Barafu camp for a well earned rest and some breakfast before heading down to the Millennium camp where we stay for the night (3000m).

Trekking time for today is approx 10-12 hours

Day 8

A more gentle trek today sees us head back through the rainforest towards the Mweka gate, where we collect a certificate of ascent! We then head back by vehicle to the hotel in Moshi where you can treat yourself to a well deserved hot shower and a cold beer! Tonight we will have our celebration meal.

Trekking time for today is approx 5 hours

Day 9

Essentially today is a free day which will allow you to further explore the town of Moshi, do some shopping in the local markets and relax! Mid afternoon we will meet back at the hotel and from there, transfer to the airport for our flight back to Heathrow.

Day 10

Arrive back at London Heathrow Airport.

Due to the nature of the challenge, this complex itinerary is subject to change
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