Poppy Tours Safaris and Adventure

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Machame Gate (1,800 m/5,905 ft) to Machame Camp (2,835 m/9,301 ft);
‎Our guide picks you up from the hotel in the morning and takes you to Machame Gate, where your unforgettable Kili climb begins! As you ascend through the stunning landscapes, lush rainforests gradually transition into heather moorlands. After a five to six-hour hike, you reach the Machame Camp on the edge of the forest area with a heath zone. This is your first day at this altitude, so remember to drink plenty of water!

Main Destination:
Machame Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Machame Camp (2,835 m/9,301 ft) to Shira Camp (3,839 m/12,595 ft);
‎This second day on the mountain starts with another nice climb that is a little steeper. You first pass to a small circular cliff known as the picnic rock where you are rewarded with stunning views of Kibo (a peak of Kilimanjaro) and Shira (one of the other volcanic peaks). From the picnic rock, you hike on to Shira Camp via a beautiful route to have lunch and rest. If you wish, you can take an acclimatization walk towards the Lava Tower (to an altitude of 4,630 meters and a distance of 2 km).

Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Shira Camp to Lava Tower

Shira Camp to Lava Tower

Shira Camp (3,839 m/12,595 ft) to Lava Tower (4,630 m/15,190 ft) Then to Barranco Camp (3,950m/12,959 ft)
‎From Shira Camp you trek to the beautiful Lava Tower for lunch. This part of the climb has many ascents and descents and offers beautiful views along the way. It is important to find your right pace, as this is a longer hike and you might feel a bit uncomfortable due to the increased altitude. After lunch, you descend to Barranco Camp at the foot of the imposing Barranco Wall, which is impressive in both its sheer size and steepness.

Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Barranco Camp (3,950 m/12,959 ft) to Karanga Camp (4,040 m/13,254 ft)
‎After breakfast you depart from Barranco Camp to the Barranco Wall. For many people this is their favorite part of the climb. Once at the top of the Barranco Wall, you have a spectacular view to the Kibo Volcano and Mount Meru.
‎‎A more difficult hike starts later on to reach Karanga Camp. This route has many ascents and descents, so keep the right pace. You have lunch at the camp and after a rest you can take an acclimatization hike in the direction of Barafu Camp.

Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Karanga Camp (4,040 m/13,254 ft) to Barafu Camp (4,645 m/15,239 ft);
‎Today you hike to Barafu Camp, the starting point for your ascent to Uhuru Peak the top of Kilimanjaro. You arrive at the camp around lunch. Have a rest and after you regain your strength, take an acclimatization hike to Kosovo Summit Camp (4,870m) and back. Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and experience the thrill of high altitude camping as you prepare for the final push to the summit around midnight.

Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

Barafu Camp (4,645 m/15,239 ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m/19,340 ft) to Millenium Camp (3,820 m/ 12,532 ft);
‎The big day has arrived! Around midnight, you start from Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak. The climb leads over good trails and the most challenging part is the high altitude. Once you reach the summit, you can enjoy a beautiful sunrise, which is quite impressive at this height! After a short time at the top, where you celebrate your ultimate triumph, you descend slowly to the scenic Millennium Camp.

Main Destination:
Uhuru Peak (Mt Kilimanjaro)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Millenium Camp to Mweka Gate

Millenium Camp to Mweka Gate

MilleniumCamp (3,820 m/12,532 ft) to Mweka Gate (1,640 m/5,380 ft) to Hotel;
‎The Millennium Camp is located in a tropical rainforest. When you wake up today, you feel a sense of relief from the reduced altitude and satisfaction from reaching the summit the day before. After breakfast, you take an easy walk to Mweka Gate, the exit of Kilimanjaro National Park.
‎‎Your driver then brings you back to Moshi. Unforgettable memories, breathtaking views, and a true sense of accomplishment await and will stay forever with you.
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Main Destination:
Mweka Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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