Unleash the Adventure of a Lifetime: Hiking Kilimanjaro in Tanzania

Hiking Mount Kilimanjaro takes between five to nine days in order to reach the Summit and then descend to the finishing point. The more days spent on the mountain the more likely you will summit successfully because you will become more acclimated to the altitude. Starting Point: Marangu Gate (1860 m/6100 ft) Duration: 5 days (acclimatization day can be added at Horombo) About me! My name is Gathi, an energetic and resourceful Tour Guide with several years of experience accompanying clients on trips and to various locations in different parts of East Africa. What's Included in the Price: - Accommodation (Shared rooms) - Private trek - Climb guiding services. - Private porterage services by a team of dedicated mountain porters. - Tanzania team’s 30-plus years of experience in officially pioneering and operating Kilimanjaro treks and tours in Tanzania. - Private arrival and departure meet, greet, and transfer services. - All park and reserve entry fees, airstrip transfers, VAT, government levies, service charges, and hotel taxes for the services booked. - Africa, America, and Europe office and cellular emergency contact details. All our guides are native experts in mountain climbing, African wildlife, and African culture, many of who speak other European languages. A dedicated guide is assigned to each trekker. Uniquely, we offer every trekker his or her own personal climb guide (1 GUIDE: 1 CLIMBER RATIO). The climb will be led by a Head Altitude Responder Guide per group. Experience an unparalleled high-altitude climb with our enhanced services. Indulge in the culinary delights of our private mountain chef, savoring mouthwatering high-altitude cuisine with full board meals throughout the climb. Take advantage of an additional acclimatization day to adapt smoothly to the altitude and minimize the risk of altitude sickness. Rest assured with the provision of an emergency stretcher and porterage for quick descents where air rescue is inaccessible, exclusively available for your private use. Breathe confidently with the inclusion of an emergency oxygen system, providing one cylinder per person to counter or minimize the effects of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) during a safe descent. Monitor your oxygen saturation with a pulse oximeter for the group, ensuring early detection of any issues. In areas where accessible, rely on the Flying Doctors Emergency Evacuation service for air ambulance support in case of critical medical emergencies. Embark on this extraordinary high-altitude climb, where our enhanced services prioritize your safety, comfort, and overall experience. When available, access to Kilimanjaro SAR helicopter rescue service you must have travel insurance to cover your costs for high altitude medical evacuation up to 6000 meters terms and conditions apply. Logistical transfers, you will be transferred in a private 4x4 vehicle (custom safari built) as stated in the itinerary. Here's a list of what is not included in the trip: - Other services, tours, and activities: Any additional services, tours, or activities beyond what is specifically mentioned in the included offerings. - Drinks and meals outside the included offerings: Any drinks or meals that are not covered by the provided itinerary or specified as part of the trip package. - Personal expenses: Expenses of a personal nature such as souvenirs, shopping, or any other individual purchases. - Traveler's insurance: The cost of travel insurance, which includes coverage for medical expenses, trip cancellation, or any other insurance-related expenses. - Medical evacuation, including high altitude: Expenses related to emergency medical evacuation, particularly in high-altitude environments, if it is not covered by the trip package. - Communication charges: Charges for any communication services such as phone calls, internet usage, or any other forms of communication not included in the trip package. - Gratuities - tips: Tips or gratuities for guides, drivers, or any other service providers involved in the trip. - Visas: The cost of visas or any entry permits required to visit the destination. - Airport specific passenger charges: Any additional charges imposed by airports, such as departure taxes, security fees, or airport facility charges. - International airfares: The cost of international flights to and from the destination, which are not part of the included itinerary. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask in the Q&A section below. Once you have booked your trip, I would be more than happy to schedule a call to discuss any concerns and ensure that this trip is tailored to your needs and expectations. I am excited to hear from you!