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Machame RouteMachame is a challenging and at times steep trek with stunning scenery as it traverses through Kilimanjaros 5 diverse climatic zones This route provides the opportunity to ldquotrek high and sleep lowrdquo which is considered important in minimizing the potential for altitude sickness

The climb starts above the picturesque mountain village of Machame to the south of Kilimanjaro After passing through the Machame forest and into the moorland zone we scramble up and over some rocks and eventually emerge onto the Shira Plateau We then advance counter-clockwise traversing below the southern face of Kibo climb Lava Tower for magnificent 360 degree panoramas ascend the Great Barranco Wall a challenging and exhilarating rock scramble and approach Uhuru Summit from Barafu or Kossovo Camp and the ridge that abuts the Southeast Valley The climb from Barafu offers incredible views of Mawenzi Peak and Kilimanjarorsquos remnant volcanic cone

Day 1 Arrive Tanzania (Lunch)

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On your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or the arrivals or the Arusha shuttle bus terminus (if transferring by bus from Nairobi) a member of our staff will be at holding a Trekili Eco Expeditions placard You will then be transferred to Out Post Lodge for overnight

Day 2 Arusha-Machame Gate to Machame Camp (BreakfastLunch and Dinner)

Depart Machame Gate and trek upwards through the montane rainforest characterized by dense vegetation a muddy trail and short sections of steep climbs where you may hear the calls of many exotic birds and if we are lucky we may see blue monkeys on the forest canopy and hear the grunting calls of the magnificent black

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colobus monkeys with their long lsquocapersquo of white hair and a flowing white tail Our first campsite Machame Camp is right after the dense tree cover in an area with lower but still thick bush where Podocarpus (African yellow-wood) Hagenia and Hypericum (St Johnrsquos Wort) dominate In the evening you may hear the unmistakable shrieking call of the tree hyrax

Day 3 Machame Camp to Shira 2 Camp(BreakfastLunch and Dinner)

Today we continue through increasingly sparse trees and bushes into moorlands Picturesque hanging mosses often cover trees offering an ethereal quality to the landscape The day finishes with Shira Camp which is on a small plateau in the high moorlands and features views of Kibo in the northwest and Mount Meru towards the east White necked ravens can be seen throughout the day and around our campsite

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Day 4 Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp (BreakfastLunch and Dinner)

Today we turn east and continue to climb ldquopole polerdquo (slowly slowly) through increasingly rocky and desolate

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terrain We will leave the moorland behind and continue up a rocky path through typical Kilimanjaro mountain vegetation of Senecios and Lobelia We will pass through the alpine moorland zone where plants are extremely hardy and consist of lichens grasses and heather to reach Kilimanjarorsquos alpine desert zone

We take lunch at Lava Tower (4630m) and for those who feel up to it you can undertake an optional rock scramble (non-technical) to the top of Lava Tower where you will have spectacular panoramic vistas of the Karanga Valley below Shira Plateau and the spectacular Western Breach aboveFrom Lava Tower we descend steeply for 2 hours down more than 600m into the Great Barranco Valley This descent affords fantastic views and some great photo opportunities of the Western Breach and Breach Wall You will also feel the clear benefits of this acclimatization day as we lose altitude down to the camp

Barranco Camp is set on a col (flat area) enclosed on three sides by the Breach Walls and the Kibo massif itself Hanging glaciers shimmer in the sunshine above amidst the eerie landscape of plants such as the giant groundsels and the uniquely endemic Giant Lobelia This is definitely the toughest day so far but incredibly beautiful

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Day 5 Baranco Camp to Barafu Camp(BreakfastLunch and Dinner)

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Today we undertake the Great Barranco Wall ndash an imposing face above Barranco camp A steady climb up the eastern wall takes us just below the Heim Glacier where we may have some breathtaking views of the Heim Glacier and Mt Kilimanjaro depending upon the weather and any cloud cover Our trail continues down into the alpine desert of the Karanga Valley

Here the temperature will grow colder as we follow the trail climbing through this barren and dry landscape up to the Barafu camp Barafu is the Swahili word for ldquoicerdquo and the camping area is on a ridge in a narrow and exposed flat area Here there are ever-present powerful winds blowing down from the mountain peaks Our campsite at 4600m offers spectacular views of the nearby peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi In preparation for your final ascent tonight you will familiarize yourself with the terrain before dark and prepare your equipment and thermal clothing for the summit attempt Sleep will be difficult though you will to retire to your tents after dinner to rest for the 1385m final ascent to the roof of Africa

Day 6 Barafu Campto Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp (BreakfastLunch and Dinner)

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We will rise early to leave camp at around 12am and after a warm drink and a light snack you will begin the most difficult though most rewarding day of the trek ndash your hike to the roof of Africa After approximately 6 hours of slow but strenuous hiking you will reach the rim of the main crater Stella Point at 5685m At this point we stop to rest eat lunch and take in the views over the clouds From Stella Point the trail is normally snow-covered and every step of the two-hour final ascent to Uhuru peak is challenging Passing alongside the iridescent blue Rebmann and Tarzel glaciers we reach Elveda Point (5882) we can see Uhuru Peak now only minutes away The roof of Africa is within your grasp

Arriving at the summit you feel a huge sense of elation and accomplishment you have done it you have made it to the highest point in Africa We spend as much time as you need to appreciate your accomplishment as this is a day to remember for the rest of your life The time you will spend on the summit will depend on the weather conditions and temperature

We start back down the same trail and descend to Barafu camp Here you will have a well earned but short rest and remove some of your many layers of clothing as the day begins to heat up We head down the rock and scree path into the moorland zone reaching the forest and eventually arriving at Mweka Camp in the early afternoon where a hot shower and meal awaits Today is the longest and the most mentally and physically challenging of the trek but a life changing day that will stay with you forever as you have conquered the summit of Kilimanjaro

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Day 7 Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate-Arusha (BreakfastLunch and Dinner)

Today your legs will be further tested as the trail descends steeply through the lush Mweka rain forest The trail is steep in places and the going slippery if wet The route follows the crest of a broad ridge separating two river valleys until it meets with a road that leads us for the last 40 minutes to the Mweka Park Gates where we stop for a well deserved picnic lunch where successful hikers will receive their summit certificates (gold for Uhuru Peale Green for Stella point) from the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority Post celebrations we are taken by either private bus or jeep to Arusha Overnight at your Lodge

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Day 8 - TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK (Breakfast Lunch Dinner)

This morning after breakfast you will drive to Tarangire National Park and will spend the afternoon exploring on game drives The park is cut through by the Tarangire River which proves a magnet for all manner of wildlife during the long dry season when the surrounding area becomes completely parched During the wet season the wildlife is more scattered but you are still almost guaranteed sightings of Tarangirersquos extensive elephant population Large herds roam the riverbed whilst zebra buffalo gazelle and wildebeest try to avoid the predatory advances of lion and leopard There is also a remarkable profusion of bird life as the Tarangire swamps are home to 550 bird varieties including many rare species

Overnight at Eileens tree inn( httpwwweileenstreescom) or similar

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Day 9-SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK(Breakfast Lunch and Dinner)

After breakfast depart for the Serengeti National Park Along the way you will stop at the Olduvai Gorge This is a steep sided ravine in the heart of the Great Rift Valley and is famous for the variety of early hominid fossils that have been found here There is an excellent museum it is very small but informative and well worth the stop

Overnight at katikati tented camp (httpwwwtanganyikawildernesscampscomcampsserengetimediumcamp)

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Day 10-Serengeti- Ngorongoro (Breakfast Lunch and Dinner)

After breakfast you will have morning game drive in Serengeti After lunch drive to Ngorongoro and overnight at Rhino Lodge (httpwwwngorongorocc)

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Day 11Ngorongoro Crater-Arusha (breakfast Lunch and Dinner)

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Early in the morning we drive to Ngorongoro crater descend to the crater floor where you will be amazed by the sheer number and diversity of animals and birdlife Seated or standing in our pop up safari vehicles the viewing opportunities are endless just deciding which way to look and what to look at the choices are unlimited The sheer excitement as we spot any of the Big 5 or we get the call over the radio that a lion is perched high atop a nearby rocky outcrop or a black rhino has been sighted and rush with our vehicle to catch a glimpse before the moment passes The excitement mounts again as arrive to yet another sighting perhaps a lioness and her cubs right next to our vehicle The sheer excitement of the chase is indescribable Late afternoon drive back to Arusha and transfer to the airport to connect flight back home

Inclusions

Airport TransfersAccommodations in full board as per itinerary Kilimanjaro National Park entrance campinghut and rescue feesProfessional wilderness first responder trained guide and porters carrying maximum 20kgsGamow bag (portable hyperbaric chamber)Emergency oxygenExpedition medical kitPulse oximeterBlood pressure cuffStethoscopeAll meals while on the MountainLarge portions of fresh healthy nutritious foodComprehensive vital sign monitoring Dlyimo

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2 way radiosLuxury chairs with backrest and arm supports3 person expedition tents (2 clientstent)Mountaineering mattressMess tentFair and ethical treatment of portersSalary for the portersSalary for the GuidesSalary for the CooksGovernment taxesVAT(Value added tax)Return transfer ArushaMoshi hotel to Park Gate4 x4 Safari vehicle with a pop up roof during the safariProfessional and Experience English speaking safari GuideAll meals while on safari3 Bottles of Mineral water per person during the safariExclusionsInternational airfare excess baggage charges airport departure taxes costs of visas immunizations personal expenses such as beverages (other than those included with meals as listed in each itinerary) room service souvenirs laundry communication charges medical or extra evacuation fees staff gratuities personal trekking equipment additional transportation

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accommodation before and after the climb and meals incurred by a client unable to continue a planned itinerary due to illness health medical conditions or due to airline schedule changes

Offer which one person will coast USD 2650tour leader paid usd 1600

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