10 Days of Kilimanjaro Triumph and Zanzibar Tranquility

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Offered as:
  • Climbing Adventure
  • Family/Honeymoon
  • Group/solo
  • Beach Holiday
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Duration

10 Days

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Tour Departure

Daily

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Languages

  • English
  • German
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • France
  • Chinese

Overview

Spend  6 days | 5 Nights climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route. The  Rongai Route ascends Kilimanjaro from the north-eastern side of the mountain, along the border between Tanzania and Kenya. This route retains a sense of unspoiled wilderness and offers a different perspective on Kilimanjaro by approaching it from the nort…
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Spend  6 days | 5 Nights climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route. The  Rongai Route ascends Kilimanjaro from the north-eastern side of the mountain, along the border between Tanzania and Kenya. This route retains a sense of unspoiled wilderness and offers a different perspective on Kilimanjaro by approaching it from the north. The topography of the route does not allow for the application of the climb high and sleep low principle and hikers generally suffer more from altitude sickness on the  Rongai Route compared to other routes (an additional acclimatization day is highly recommended on this route). The  Rongai Route uses the scree summiting path from Kibo hut to Gilman's point and descends via the  Marangu Route then escapes to  Zanzibar Island and explores long stretches of virgin powdery white sand beaches. This itinerary also allows you to spend  4 Days | 3 Nights at  The Sands Beach Resort which is located on the South Coast of Zanzibar where you will have the chance to discover the best activities in Zanzibar Island including the  Zanzibar Spice Tour,  Stone Town City Tour, and the  Prison Island Boat Trip. You can start on any date you request. We can also help to arrange flights and speed boats in and out of Zanzibar.

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Itinerary (Day by Day)

  • Day 0: Arrival in Tanzania
  • Arrive anytime at  Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), there will be a pick-up private transfer waiting to Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa in Arusha. All airport transfers are part of the package, no extra fee is required. We will gather in the evening for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check.

    Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 1: Drive To Kilimanjaro National Park Rongai Gate, Hike To Simba Camp
  • Drive to the attractive wooden village of  Nale Moru  (about 2 hours including a stop to get permits at Marangu). After signing in and preparing the porters, you will begin the hike on a wide path that winds through fields of maize and potatoes before entering the pine forest. The track then starts to climb consistently but gently through an attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife. The forest begins to thin out and the first camp is at the edge of the moorland zone with extensive views over the Kenyan plains. Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast are included  (FB).

    Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast (FB)

    Elevation: 2000m/6560ft to 2635m/8645ft

    Distance: 7km

    Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

    Habitat: Montane Forest

  • Day 2: Hike Simba Camp To Second Cave
  • The morning hike is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast are included  (FB).

    Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast (FB)

    Elevation: 2635m/8645ft to 3487m/11,440ft

    Distance: 6km/4mi

    Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

    Habitat: Moorland

  • Day 3: Hike Second Cave To Third Cave
  • Today we continue our hike from the Second Cave to the Third Cave. Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast are included  (FB).

    Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast (FB)

    Elevation: 3487m/11,440ft to 3939m/12,913ft

    Distance: 4km

    Hiking Time: 2-3 hours

    Habitat: Semi-desert

  • Day 4: Hike Third Cave To Kibo Hut
  • Hike to Kibo Hut at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent and a very early day. Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast are included  (FB).

    Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast (FB)

    Elevation: 3939m/12,913ft to 4700m/15,466ft

    Distance: 5km

    Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

    Habitat: Alpine Desert

  • Day 5: Hike Kibo Hut To Summit, And Down To Horombo Hut
  • Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s Point located on the crater rim (elev 5700m/18,700ft). Continuing, we now ascend to  Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing to the Horombo encampment.

    The beginning of this climb is done in the dark and requires headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until you start descending, so you will need all of your warm layers. This is by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks. Going slowly  “pole pole”  and an optimistic attitude will get you there! Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast are included  (FB).

    Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast (FB)

    Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft Down to 3700m/12,200ft

    Distance: 6km up / 15km down

    Hiking Time: 6-8 hours up / 15km/9mi down

    Habitat: Alpine Desert

  • Day 6: Hike Horombo Hut - Marangu Gate - Arusha
  • After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and T-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). From the gate, continue another hour to  Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet you at Mweka gate to drive you back to  Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa in Arusha (about 30 minutes). Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast are included  (FB).

    Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa

    Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch, and Breakfast (FB)

    Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft

    Distance: 10km/6mi

    Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

    Habitat: Forest

  • Day 7: Kilimanjaro International Airport - Zanzibar Island
  • Morning after breakfast drive to  Kilimanjaro International Airport where you will take your flight to  Zanzibar Island. On arrival, you will be met and greeted by our guide and driver at Zanzibar Airport. Our representative will be holding a name card for you for easy identification and transfer to The Sands Beach Resort  (Located on the South East Coast of Zanzibar Island). Dinner and Breakfast included  (HB).

    The Sands Beach Resort or similar

    Dinner and Bed & Breakfast (HB)

  • Day 8: Stone Town City Tour + Zanzibar Spice Tour + Prison Island Boat Trip
  • The morning after breakfast pick up from  The Sands Beach Resort for the  Zanzibar Spice Tour on this tour you will see and taste the tropical fruits, spices plantations, or plots on the island. A variety of spice plants used as ornament, medicines, flowers, fruits, and other interesting flora can be seen during the spice tour and if you will have time, you will visit the Kidichi bath built in 1850 by the first Sultan for his wife Sheharzad (Granddaughter of Fateh Ali Shah of Persia). After the Spice Tour, we'll head to Stone Town one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Cultural Arts Centre of East Africa. You will have the  Stone Town City Tour take you around the historical culture and architectural town of Zanzibar with a century of history. It includes a visit to the former slave market site, which now stands as an Anglican church built in 1871, a town market, the Zanzibar Memorial Museum, the House of Wonder built-in 1883 (Beit-Al-Ajab), Old Arab Fort, Palace Museum, Old Indian dispensary (Cultural Center).

    After Lunch, you will have a trip to  Prison Island Boat Trip and visit Lloyd Mathew's Architecture built in 1893 and the Island is a home of Aldabra Giant Tortoises. Flanged by an amazing beach of reef sanctuary, the island is ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and beach relaxation. After tours, you will be dropped off at  The Sands Beach Resort for overnight  (HB).

    The Sands Beach Resort or similar

    Dinner and Bed & Breakfast (HB)

  • Day 9: Beach Leisure
  • Day leisure or swims and play at the beach in front of the hotel, enjoying the beach or flexible to arrange any other activities. Dinner and Breakfast included  (HB).

    The Sands Beach Resort or similar

    Dinner and Bed & Breakfast (HB)

  • Day 10: Beach Leisure
  • Breakfast at the Hotel – Swims or Some leisure with the Hotel till the time for the transfer to the Airport/Seaport for departure transfer (Depending on the flight departure timing).

    None/On Request

    Dinner and Bed & Breakfast (HB)

Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
  1. Type: semi-luxury
    Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Free WiFi
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free parking
    • Non smoking rooms
    • The Grill Room
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Fitness centre
  2. Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Free WiFi
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free parking
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Fitness centre
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Private beach area
    • Restaurant
    • Beachfront
    • Family rooms

Included

  • Park fees (for non residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day by day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All taxes/vat
  • Emergency first-aid kit
  • Ox meter
  • Portable oxygen tanks
  • Hot water for washing
  • Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
  • 3 meals daily while on the mountain
  • Friendly and professional mountain guides,cook and porters,
  • Double layered Sleeping Mats 4 inches (10cm) thick
  • 4 Season mountain tents
  • Team Kilimanjaro Rescue fees

Excluded

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Personal items (souvenirs travel insurance visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Tour Policy

CANCELLATION

·40% Deposit payable upfront. The remaining balance is payable 45 days before trip departure. Free cancellation up to 30 days before departure, but the 40% deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applicable within 20 days of departure.

PAYMENT

A deposit of 40% is required when booking this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 45 days before departure. For any bookings within 30 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We advise you to take out Travel Insurance to cover for any unforeseen circumstances. Moonlight Tours Expedition recommends World Nomads' travel insurance.

CREW LIST IDEA FOR 2 CLIENTS AS PER BELOW:

1 Lead Guide

1 Assistance Guide

1 Cook

1 Waiter

1 Toilet porter magic word (Pilot)

10 Regular porters

CERTIFIED ETHICAL CLIMBING:

We believe the tourism industry has an obligation and a great opportunity to protect the world’s natural habitats, cultural heritage sites, and communities. We actively promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility. As a Partner for Responsible Travel, we are proud members and active supporters of the porters.

The Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project, (KPAP) is an initiative of the International Mountain Explorers Connection, (IMEC). KPAP raises public awareness regarding the proper treatment of porters on Kilimanjaro and assists climbing companies with implementing procedures that ensure fair and ethical treatment of their porters.

Every climb is audited to ensure crewmembers are provided proper salaries, tips, food, equipment, and sleeping conditions. We think it’s pretty great and our clients do as well, check out our TripAdvisor profile to see what people are saying about us.

Tour disclaimer

  • The exact order contents and rates of this tour is subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked we will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • We reserve the right to change the rates advertised on moonlight tours expedition company without prior notice.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour.
  • If flights cost more your quote will reflect this tour.
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  • No booking fees
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