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    11 Days Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing, Camping in the Crater

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    About This Tour

    Mountain Kilimanjaro climb via Crater Camp is a unique place to make your life memories by sleeping nearby Uhuru Peak. At 18,865 feet above sea level, it is the highest campsite on Mount Kilimanjaro. We offer the opportunity to stay at Crater Camp on the Lemosho and Northern Circuit routes. This option will add one day to the standard itineraries making them the 11 Lemosho Crater Route and 12 days Northern Crater Route. We've good team and experienced for this trip as we've been camping there with many climbers.

    Duration
    • 11 Days
    Getting there & Transport
    • This tour starts & ends in Moshi
    • Your flight should arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
    • Airport transfer is by open-sided, pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, Minivan or Taxi
    Tour Type
    • Kilimanjaro Trekking
    Countries
    • Tanzania
    Destinations & Attractions
    • Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
    Activities & Things to do
    • Hiking & Trekking
    Point of Entry
    • Lemosho Route
    Customization

    This tour can be customized

    Minimum age required

    Minimum age of 10 years

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    Tour Offered by
    Bayango Tours
    Day 1

    Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport at any time. After immigration and customs procedures you will meet with our representative who will drive you to Lodge overnight.

    Accommodation: Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel

    Day 2
    Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

    Elevation: 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft
    Distance: 6 km/4 miles
    Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
    Habitat: Rain Forest

    Activities: Hiking

    Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp

    Day 3
    Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp

    Elevation: 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft
    Distance: 8 km/5 miles
    Hiking Time 5-6 hours
    Habitat: Health

    Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp

    Day 4
    Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut

    Elevation: 11,500 ft to 13,800 ft
    Distance: 11 km/7 miles
    Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
    Habitat: Heath

    We explore the Shira Plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. Then we divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a little-used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira Plateau is one of the highest plateaus on earth.

    Activities: Hiking

    Accommodation: Moir Hut

    Day 5
    Moir Hut to Lava Tower

    Elevation: 13,800 ft to 15,190 ft
    Distance: 7 km/4 miles
    Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
    Habitat: Alpine Desert

    Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
    Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft
    Distance: 3 km/2 miles
    Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
    Habitat: Alpine Desert

    We begin the day climbing up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitudes is very beneficial for acclimatization.

    Activities: Hiking

    Accommodation: Barranco Camp

    Day 6
    Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

    Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft
    Distance: 5 km/3 miles
    Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
    Habitat: Alpine Desert

    We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall, we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization.

    Activities: Hiking

    Accommodation: Karanga Camp

    Day 7
    Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

    Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft
    Distance: 4 km/2 miles
    Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
    Habitat: Alpine Desert

    We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.

    Activities: Hiking

    Accommodation: Barafu Camp

    Day 8
    Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

    Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft
    Distance: 5 km/3 miles
    Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
    Habitat: Arctic

    Uhuru Peak to Crater Camp
    Elevation: 19,341 ft to 18,865 ft
    Distance: 1 km/.6 miles
    Hiking Time: 0.5-1 hours
    Habitat: Artic

    During normal morning hours, we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. We ascend for several hours at a slow but steady pace while taking frequent, but short, breaks. The trail turns into heavy scree as we make the steep climb to the crater rim. At Stella Point (18,900 ft), we see the summit sign in the distance. We continue around the crater rim until finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.

    We then descend a short distance to Crater Camp, where the rest of the staff will join us to set up camp. There is an option to hike to Reutsch Crater and the ash pit, or simply explore the areas around Furtwangler Glacier. Sleeping at this high altitude can be dangerous. Serious AMS can develop if adequate altitude acclimatization has not been achieved so the guides will monitor you very closely.

    Activities: Hiking

    Accommodation: Crater Camp

    Day 9
    Crater Camp to Mweka Camp

    Elevation: 18,865 ft to 10,065 ft
    Distance: 12 km/7 miles
    Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
    Habitat: Artic

    From Crater Camp, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

    Activities: Hiking

    Accommodation: Mweka Camp

    Day 10
    Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

    Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
    Distance: 10 km/6 miles
    Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
    Habitat: Rain Forest

    On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.

    Accommodation: Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel

    Day 11
    Departure Day

    We can organize a short safari at a very affordable price if you still have time to stay here. Also, we will drive to the hotel depending on your schedule if your flight is on this day.

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    Price Includes
    • All Accommodation
    • All meals
    • All transfers
    • All activities indicated in the itinerary
    • All park fees
    • All Transport on Safari in 4 x 4 open-roof Land Cruisers
    • An English-speaking professional mountain guide
    • Mineral water
    Price Excludes
    • Climbing Gear
    • International flights
    • Medical Insurance
    • Tips
    • Sleeping Bag
    • Visa
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    Price per person (From January 2021 to December 2021)
    • 1 Person (Solo)
      US $ 4000
    • 2 People
      US $ 3500
    • 3 People
      US $ 3300
    • 4 People
      US $ 3300
    • 5 People
      US $ 3200
    • 6 People
      US $ 3100
    • 7 People
      US $ 3000
    Price per person (From January 2022 to December 2022)
    • 1 Person (Solo)
      US $ 4000
    • 2 People
      US $ 3500
    • 3 People
      US $ 3500
    • 4 People
      US $ 3300
    • 5 People
      US $ 3200
    • 6 People
      US $3100
    • 7 People
      US $ 3000
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