Kilimanjaro - Trekking on the Roof of Africa (Tanzania)

February 05th to 17th, 2020
The legendary Kilimanjaro. A massive mountain range in northeastern Tanzania, on the border with Kenya. It rises majestically from the surrounding plateau with its highest peak, Kibo, at 5,895 m, the highest summit in Africa. It is a dormant, yet well-preserved volcano with a crater 2 km in diameter. It is part of the Kilimanjaro National Park, established in 1973 and designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987.
A professional expedition where you will traverse the roof of Africa in complete safety, accompanied by an official local guide. With our organization and the support of a team of cooks and porters. The ascent to the summit will be our initial challenge, after which we will explore some of Tanzania's main parks on a safari. This will be a trekking journey full of beauty, an unparalleled experience of mountain conquest. We strongly suggest you read the program carefully and invite you to ask any questions before departure to ensure you have a fully informed experience.

Price: € 2,790.00. Includes: organization service and Global Assistance (Travel care) insurance - 3 nights at the Kili Cottage Hotel in Moshi (before and after the climb). Return transport from Moshi to/from the starting/ending point on the mountain. Qualified guides with mountain crew. National Park fees. Tents and sleeping mats, cutlery/tableware/eating utensils/meals/mini camping chairs/tables/candles. Rescue costs – Pulse oximeter - First aid kit. Guides, porters, cook, waiter, boiled water on the mountain, and all meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Airport transfer.
Costs do not include - Round-trip airfare to the meeting point (Kilimanjaro International Airport). We can suggest the most economical routes and prices, or you may choose to book your own tickets. Tips for guides and porters, mountain equipment. Some equipment is available for rent (e.g., jackets, boots, sleeping bags, etc.). Extra activities, cultural village visit, and visa fee, $ 50.00 (must be paid in US dollars upon arrival at the airport).
Deposit: € 1,400.00 by October 15th, 2019.
Balance: € 1,390.00 - To be brought with you and paid on-site upon arrival in dollars, or via online bank transfer one week before departure.
Meeting point: Wednesday, February 05th, meeting with the group at Kilimanjaro International Airport at 3:00 PM.
End of trip: Monday, February 17th, at Kilimanjaro International Airport at 10:00 AM.
Maximum number of participants: 12
Daily walking hours: 5 to 8 hours.
Nights: sleeping in hotels and tents.
Meals: meals will be European style, with Indian and Chinese-style rice; you can also request vegetarian and gluten-free menus.
Highlights: Tanzanian culture and tradition, nature, Kilimanjaro summit, 5,895 m altitude, panoramic views, National Parks, and safari.
Trip type: itinerant/stationary.
Vaccine: yellow fever vaccination is mandatory.
Difficulty: challenging.
Required equipment - Daypack for daily excursions not exceeding 7 kg, and for the porters, a soft bag not exceeding 12 kg (no hard-shell suitcases). Light and winter trekking clothing; we will choose the gear to bring for the ascent together. We recommend: high-cut Gore-Tex trekking boots, winter windbreaker jacket for the summit, waterproof and windproof pants, 2 pairs of thermal underwear, trekking socks (5 pairs recommended), balaclava for the wind at the summit, trekking gloves for -15°C, gaiters for protection against wind and snow, long and short-sleeved shirts, rain poncho and backpack cover, -15°C sleeping bag, trekking poles, flashlight, 3-liter water bottle or two 1.5-liter bottles, lip balm, shower sandals, 2 small towels, and personal toiletries.
For insurance, I need: full name, place of residence, date and place of birth. Optional trip cancellation insurance is available as an extra cost upon request.
Duration: 13 days/12 nights
Booking deadline: October 20th, 2019, provided that spots are still available.
Notes: the excursion may be subject to changes due to unpredictable natural events; in such cases, the guide will make the final decision.
CiaoTrekking trip organization: Salvatore Marletta and Sylvana Myburg; Lazzaro E. for technical direction, contacts 3334987946 – 3335841574.
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