Tanzania’s mighty National Parks, gazing in wonderment at wildlife you’d otherwise only see in guidebooks. Experience the history and culture of two of Africa’s most intriguing regions, Kenya and Tanzania, before stretching out on the pristine beaches of postcard-worthy Zanzibar.
Day 01 Arusha – Machame route (By Road) (61 kms / 1H 20M appx.)
On Arrival, meet assist and transfer to the Machame route, often called the “Whiskey Route”. From the Machame Park gate is a gentle climb up through the original montane forest, carpeted with unique -busy lizzie- flowers, begonias and ferns. First camp amongst the giant heather at 3,000m. Ascent of 1,200m and 5 to 6 hours walking. Overnight at camp.
Day 02 Machame route – Shira (By Trek)
After breakfast, Proceed to the Shira, Emerge from the giant heather zone and hike through fine open moorland to camp by the Shira Cave at 3,840m. Herds of eland up here (& occasional lion!) and there are fascinating geological features in the old volcanic caldera which can be viewed during a half-hour optional walk in the afternoon. Ascent 840m and 4 to 5 hours walking. Overnight at camp.
Day 03 Shira – kibo Hut (By Trek)
After breakfast, Proceed to the the main peak Kibo, with the western glaciers clearly visible across the rugged high-altitude desert of volcanic rocks and boulders. Skirting around its base and under the imposing western Breach, descend into the sheltered Barranco Valley for mid-way camp at 3,950m. 6 to 7 hours walking and only 110m total ascent but having climbed much higher and dropped back down assists acclimatization. Overnight at camp.
Day 04 Kibo Hut – Barafu Hut (By Trek)
After Breakfast, Proceed to the Barafu Hut, Up the steep Barranco wall with some sections of very easy scrambling and drop down again to the Karanga Valley where you take a break for lunch.
After lunch hike on to Barafu Hut 4600m, having hiked a total of 7 to 8 hours and ascended 650m. You have fantastic views across to Mawenzi peak from the camp after having completed a longer day of hiking which now requires you to adequately relax in preparation of the challenging summit hike early the following morning. Overnight at camp.
Day 05 Barafu Hut – Mweka (By Trek)
After Breakfast, Proceed to the Mweka, A bracing 1am start to climb the steep frozen scree. This is unavoidable on any route but we aim to go past Gillman’s Point to reach Stella Point on the crater rim for sunrise another 40 minutes and you are at the highest point on the continent (Kibo:5900m), usually in warm sunshine. Return on the Mweka descent route.
Ascent of 1,300m and about 7 hours trek to the summit; 2,600m descent and 6 to 7 hours trek to the Mweka campsite (3400m) above Mweka gate. This is a long hard day but you feel absolutely ecstatic when you have done it. Overnight at camp.
Day 06 Mweka – Arusha (By Road) (94 kms/2H 15M appx)/ Depart Arusha
Departure transfer to onward destination.
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City |
Nights | Camping |
| Machame route | 01 | Camp |
| Shira | 01 | Camp |
| Kibo Hut | 01 | Camp |
| Barafu Hut | 01 | Camp |
| Mweka | 01 | Camp |
- Accommodation as per the program
- Meals as per the program
- Entrance fees.
- Local English speaking guide.
- All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
- Services of a private mountain guide, cook and adequate porters to carry both trip provisions and client’s private bags.
- Certificate of Achievement /appreciation from u
- All taxes.
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– Departure gifts with company’s branding.
- Personal Expenses.
- Camera / Video Camera Fees.
- Medical Aid.
- Travel Insurance
- Visa (If any)
- Personal Mountain equipment.
- Porters to carry excess of 16Kg. personal luggage per client.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.
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