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Our extraordinary climb takes us along the best route, with the most acclimatization days (read: summit success!), the finest guides and crew, uncrowded campsites, and the fantastic scenery of Kili’s
five eco-zones. PHOTO: FRANCESCO TREMOLADA
ROGER DE LA HARPE
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We’ve perfected the climb to the celebrated
“snows of Kilimanjaro” on the stunning
Lemosho-Crater Camp Route, a beautiful,
uncrowded trail on Kili’s remote southwest
flanks. With seven days on the ascent for
maximum acclimatization, you’ll have the
best chance of “peak”
success—plus a short
climb to the summit to
view the sunrise (not the
grueling 9-hour climb
in the dark required on
other routes!). Our camps
have the finest amenities
on the mountain, and for
extra security we always
carry oxygen and a Gamow bag. Our legendary,
highly skilled guides and crew make this an
unforgettable experience.
Days 1-2 Arusha National Park /
Acclimatization Enjoy a game drive en
route to our private camp at 6,500 feet in
Arusha National Park. Our acclimatization
hike offers a chance to see bushbuck,
giraffe, a host of avian life, and the unique
black-and-white colobus monkeys of
the park.
Days 3-11 Kilimanjaro / Lemosho-Crater Camp
Route / Summit Day From the Lemosho trailhead,
trek through forests, heath, and moorland zones
to the rim of the Shira Plateau, an immense
crater and World Heritage Site with glorious
views of Kili’s glaciated southern face. Ascend
through the alpine desert zone to Crater
Camp (18,500'), an extraordinary spot by the
Furtwangler Glacier (an optional hike brings
you right to the rim of Kili’s inner crater). From
camp, your summit climb is short and dramatic
(just 840 feet!), bringing you to Uhuru Peak
(19,340'). On a clear day, the sunrise views are
surreal, with the vast African plains spread
beneath your feet. A quick descent along the
Mweka Route brings you back to our lodge for
a well-deserved shower and victory celebration
with your fellow trekkers. Depart in the evening
of Day 11, or join our post-climb safari extensions.
EXTEND YOUR ADVENTURE
Experience a terrific 5-day wildlife safari
amid lion, elephant, zebra, and more in
Ngorongoro Crater and the famed savannas
of the Serengeti. It’s also a great “safari-
only” option for friends and family who want
to join your Africa adventure.
“Thank you for
designing a trip that
made it possible for
me to complete this
climb with such high
spirits and all happy
memories!”
Candace S., Palo Alto CA
HIGHLIGHTS
• Climb the best route to the summit of
Africa’s highest mountain!
• Vital extra days for maximum
acclimatization, uncrowded trails, no
retracing of steps
• Sunrise on the summit of Africa, unique
alpine flora (5 eco-zones!), camp by the
glaciers on Kili’s crater rim
• Led by the most experienced guides with
specialized high altitude training
• Porter gratuities included
DETAILS
• 11-day trip begins and ends in Arusha
• 8 nights mountain camps, 2 nights
private acclimatization camp
• All meals included
DATES
Dec 16-26, 2016 Sep 1-11
Jan 7-17, 2017 Dec 16-26
Feb 3-13 Jan 13-23, 2018
Jul 4-14 Feb 2-12
Aug 4-14
TRIP COST
$5195 (10-14 members)
$5695 (5-9 members)
Single supplement: $400
Park fees: $1450
Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti Safari
extension: from $3095
TRIP LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Physically demanding 9-day trek to
19,340 feet, difficult terrain including scree
(loose rock) and snow, extreme altitudes