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Kedarkantha trek

Kedarkantha - Feel the Bliss of Lord Shiva

At a toweringtopof 3800 meters, Kedarkantha isan impressiveheightplacedin Govind Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Kedarkantha isone of themaximumfamoustreks in Uttarakhandbecause ofits relative ease ofget entry toandslowinclination. 

Kedarkantha trekoffersyou the unsurpassedsplendor,incredibleperspectivesoffascinatingvillages, meadows, snow paths, dramaticpanoramadotted withlovablelakes, mountains, tranquil rivers and thenotableHimalayan peaks. 

The Kedarkantha trekadditionallyoffersanotablepossibilityto view the scenicsplendorandsensetherevel inof thelifestylesoffar flungvillages of Uttarakhand Himalayas. Itadditionallygivestrekkersa completely uniquepossibilitytorevel inthelifestyleswithinside theremotest of villages inlifelesswintry weather! 

About Kedarkantha Winter Trek

The Kedarkantha trek is a sheersatisfactionfor the mountainenthusiastswhodesiretodiscovereachinch of the terrains. Commencing this trekcan beone of thepleasantselectionsof yoursbecause themeanderingpathwill take youthruthe dense blue-pine foreststo be able toquicklyconfide inasplendidview of the alpine meadows,protectedwithsparklingwintry weathersnow from December to April. Kedarkantha hasa number ofthe scenic campsites including Juda ka Talab, Kedarkantha base and Hargaonin whichyou mayhave asatisfyinglive. Youalso cansensethe blissof gettinga crunchystrollat thecarpet of withered brown leaves. On conquering the summit,you maybanquetyour eyesat thebeautifulmountains of Garhwal pecking the morning sky with their snowy peaks. 

Why Kedarkantha is one of the pleasant Winter Treks?

Kedarkantha isprotectedwith snow from December to April, soit's farone of thepleasantwintry weathertreks in Uttarakhand. The meadows of theplaceareprotectedwith the white blanket of snow andthat is whatmakes it aenthrallingtrek in Uttarakhand. Youalso cancheck wintry weatherimagesof the Kedarkantha trek as well.

Being at an elevation, Kedarkanthagetsblizzardisconsiderableand isone of thepleasantwintry weathertreks in Uttarakhandwhich provideaenthrallingview of the Himalayan skyline. 

Experienced trekkerscouldendorsethe trek to Kedarkantha toeach personwho'sdistinctlynew to the uncertainty of thedesolate tracthoweverneverthelessneedtodiscover. Itis likewiseone of thefew trekswhich might beopen totrafficallyrround. For trekkers who love snow, Kedarkantha trek in winters is a viable

Staying in Kedarkantha Trek

As Kedarkantha is afamouswintry weathertrek,simplestadventurous trekkersgo tothislocation. Therearen't anyt anyhotels,lodgesor guesthouses at Kedarkantha Summit or at Base camp. The trekkers take tentsin conjunction withthem and campalongsidethepathafter theyhalt atnight time. Tentsalso canbe rented from themetropolisnearthe bottomcamp. Theexcursionoperatorscommonlyofferthetentingequipment. The nearestmarketplaceor roadhead is at Sankri. You canliveat Meraki Sankri Homestay all throughfirst andfinalnight timeof your trek.

Kedarkantha Trek Food Guide

Itisn'tviableforeach persontodiscover aroadside dhabas enpathto Kedarkantha asit's faran areathat'suninhabitedwith the aid of usinghuman beings. Thougha fewshacks are openall throughfew months of theyrat 2 orthreeplaceshoweveryouneed tonow no longerabsolutelyrely onthem. Trekkers take themealssubstanceswith themselves that theyboughtatdecreasealtitudes,ideallyearlier thanbeginningthe trek or ahikingorganizationwillcope withall of yourfoodall throughthe trek.

Mythology approximately Kedarkantha Trek

Any article on well-knowntravelerlocationsin Uttarakhand is incompletewith outthepoint outof its mythological connotationsrelated tothelocation. Touristsightsin Devbhumi Uttarakhand are smeared in mythological connotations and Kedarkanthaisn't anyt anydifferent.

Kedarkantha – Lord Shiva’s retreat

Kedarkantha is likewiserecognisedas Bal-Kedar andconsistent withanearbylegend; itturned intospeculated tobe thewebweb pageof Kedarnath. It isstatedthat afterShivaturned intowandering at Kedarkantha in his bull avatar,to coverfrom the Pandavas, thenearbydwellers disturbed his peace. Therefore, he fled tothe existingKedarnathwebweb page. The villagers of Sankriaccept as true withthat the trident of Lord Shiva, erected at Kedarkantha protects them andmaintainsthe Himalayan Rivers replenished.

Christmas and New Year in Kedarkantha

As Kedarkantha is afamouswintry weatherdestination,vacationersandhikingfanaticsflock to Kedarkantha in amassivevarietyall throughthe Christmas and New Year. From thefinalfiveyears, Kedarkantha hasend upone thepleasantpromotingwintry weathersnow trek.

Kedarkantha Trek in Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand, India- 2022

Kedarkantha istaken into considerationone of themaximumwintry weather trekkingvicinityand trek in Uttarakhand, India Altitude is 12500 feet,  It ispleasanttrekto meetyourprideapproximatelyhiking. Kedarkantha trek isprettyuniqueas ithasbeautifulperspectivesand itoffersthepleasantperspectivesof thewholemountains cape.  Today Kedarkantha is the topmost trek of Uttarakhand Himalayas. Kedarkantha is antremendouslocationtolivethere andrevel inthedawnand sunset.  The Trek is aconventionalwintry weather  trekoffersanotablepossibilityfor trekkers todiscoversome thingnewapproximatelythe nature, andrevel inthelifestylesoffar flungvillages of Garhwal Himalayas.

Kedarkantha Mountains Range are Highly Photogenic.

Kedarkantha Trek lieswithinside theUttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Itbegins offevolvedfrom a  conventionalvillage of Sour – Sankrithat'swithinside theGovind Wildlife Sanctuarycountrywidepark. Sour village isprettylovelywith snowprotectedmountains and theglowingheapsriver flowingthruit. If yougo toit once, thenabsolute confidenceyou'llreallygo toright hereagain. Theallureis themaximumlovelyissueapproximatelythislocation.  the Sankri isa pleasinglocationsetasidewith the aid of usingthe mountains andcoldclimate & Weather. Houses  product ofwoodenappearanceverylovelyand adorable. Inbittervillage  there are  various  conventions, fairs , and rituals. thehuman beingsof the villageput onconventionalcostumes andprepare dinner dinnerconventionalmeals. Folk dances( Naati, raas, and taandi) of theplaceare a part  forleisureand entertainment.

This trekmay bevisiblewithinside thesplendorof the Himalayas. The altitude of the Kedarkantha trek is 3800 meters.

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Mount Kenya Climb-Chogoria Out Chogoria 5 Days

Program Highlights

Duration:  5 Days Category:  Kenya Trekking Destinations:  Mt Kenya Major Attractions:  Vegetation zones and  Mt Kenya Tour Guides Language: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian For other languages please send a special request prior to your safari -additional fee may apply. Start in: Nairobi End in: Nairobi Recommended Packing list: Camera with enough zoom and memory space and extra batteries, binoculars, light clothes, safari boot, mosquito repellents, sunhat, sunglasses with UV radiation filtering etc. Additional note: Porters will escort and guide you all your climbing along the mountain

Itinerary Description

Day 0: Arrival, Tour Briefing and Resting You will be picked up from the airport in Nairobi ( Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) and be transferred to the booked hotel in Nairobi Get the safari general briefing from the prepared safari consultant/guide Dinner and overnight stay at your booked hotel in Nairobi Day 1: Drive from Nairobi to Mt. Kenya for a climb Pick up from hotel at about 0800. It's then about 3 1/2 hours from Nairobi to where we collect the porters and guides (as required) Into the Mt. Kenya forest for the 22 km drive to the Park Gate at 2,850m Dependent on road conditions, these 22 km have been known to take all afternoon to do and in really wet conditions it is possible that the top four or five km may be impassable Night, dependent on clients wishes, at the Meru Mt. Kenya Banda's or at roadhead a further 7 km from the Park Gate Day 2: Climb Mt. Kenya via Ellis to Stream Bank After breakfast and sorting of porter loads we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace A slightly longer walk via Lake Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithunguni and the Giants BilliardsTable, whilst if we follow the river near roadhead, upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is particularly beautiful Lunch by the stream banks then it's time to cut up the left hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away from any of the more "touristy" areas. Day 3: Climb to Chogoria then to Minto’s Hut From our campsite, we continue to move up through the moorland zone As this area of the mountain is still off the beaten track, there are no paths to follow, and on each trip we vary the area we walk across After about an hour, traverse left and join a ridge (slight path to follow) and join the normal Chogoria route to Minto's Hut after about 4 hour walking Lunch at a small stream crossing then 45 min on to a camp near Minto's Hut and next to one of the tarns Very short afternoon walk over to superb views across to "The Temple" and down to Lake Michaelson Day 4: Climb from Minto’s Hut to the Summit then descend to Bandas After pre dawn breakfast leave Mintos Hut for the summit passing near the Simba Tarn and Harris Tan to Point Lenana which is appproximately 4 - 5 hours After the sunrise at 6.30 and nice views of Kilimanjaro and the Coast line descend back to Mintos for full breakfast and thereafter descend to Meru Mount Kenya Lodge(Bandas) having our lunch at the Roadhead Dinner and overnight at the Bandas Day 5: Descend to Chogoria then after drive to Nairobi After breakfast walk for 15km downhill through the denses rain and bamboo forests to connect the 4WD jeep to Chogoria Town Then after lunch at Chogoria drive back to Nairobi for your next destination Read the full article

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9 Day Kilimanjaro Trekking , Northern Circuit

Trekking Program Summary This is the most adventurous trekking program on Kilimanjaro which starting at the north traverses almost the entire mountain before reaching to the summit. It is absolutely the most scenic route available and has almost no traffic on its northern face. If you want something different, this is your route. Trekking Program Details by Day Day 1: Registration at the Londolosi Gate After completing the necessary registration formalities at Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, sometimes we start walking a kilometre or two below the roadhead. We often have our lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy  day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. We camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2,650 m); Day 2:  Traversing Through Shira Plateau (3,550 m). We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of  the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the centre of the plateau at “Shira One” (3,550 m). Day 3: Trekking to the Summit of Shira Cathedral and Shira Hut (3,840 m) We walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut (3,840 m). This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. Day 4: Trekking to Lava Tower and Moir Hut (4,200m). In the morning we follow the main trail up to Lava Tower, and for those feeling strong there is a possibility to climb up to the ruined hut at Arrow Glacier around 4,800m. We then continue from Lava Tower to reach our campsite at Moir Hut (4,200m). Day 5:  Trekking to the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 , Buffalo Camp (4,150m) We climb out of the Moir Valley and take a short detour to reach the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 meters. After admiring the views we return to the trail and head eastwards around the northern circuit trail. Here the trail passes through a field of rock slabs that clink as they are walked on. The final section is to walk undulates until reaching the location of Buffalo Camp (4,150m). At the camp there is a huge feeling of space as the Kenyan plains stretch out far below to the north. Day 6: Traverse to Third Cave Camp (3,900m). From Buffalo Camp we climb up to the top of ‘Buffalo Ridge’ and drop down the other side to reach  Pofu, nearby the is a small spring and some vegetation. The trail continues eastwards through a landscape that has increasingly sparse vegetation to eventually reach Third Cave Camp (3,900m). Day 7:  Trek to School Hut Campsite (4,700m) and Rest There is a steady ascent to reach The Saddle, a lunar landscape between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. From here we continue upwards and reach School Hut Campsite (4,700m) in the early afternoon. The remain  of the afternoon is spent resting and preparing for the summit day. Day 8: Trekking to the Summit of Uhuru Peak (5,896 m) and descend to Millennium Camp (3,800 m). We will start our ascent by torchlight at about midnight so that we can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Gilmans Point (5,685 m) in about five or six hours. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. The trail leads west along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. We retrace our steps along the crater rim to Stella Point and then descend down through Barafu Camp to reach Millennium Camp (3,800 m). Day 9:  Continue Descending to Mweka Gate (1,650 m) (4-6 hours walking) A sustained descent through lovely forest with lush undergrowth takes us to the National Park gate at Mweka (1,650 m) and on through coffee and banana farms to Mweka village. (4-6 hours walking) 422 Read the full article

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9 Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Trekking

Day1: Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2,650 m); 3-4 hours walking. After completing the neccessary registration formalities at Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, sometimes we start walking a kilometre or two below the roadhead. We often have our lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. We camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp. Day2: Shira One” (3,550 m); 5-6 hours walking. We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the centre of the plateau at “Shira One. Day3: Shira Hut (3,840 m); 3-5 hours walking. We walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut. This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. Day4: Moir Hut (4,200m); 3-4 hours walking. In the morning we cross part of the plateau heading north to reach our campsite at Moir Hut for hot lunch. After which there is an excellent acclimatization walk up onto the Lent Hills, the summit of which is at 4,700 metres. Day5: Great Barranco valley (3,900 m); 6-8 hours walking A morning of gentle ascent and panoramic views, leaving the moorland plateau behind to walk on lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach. After lunch near the Lava Tower junction (4,550 m) we descend to the bottom of the Great Barranco valley sheltered by towering cliffs and with extensive views of the plains far below near our campsite at Barranco valley. Day6: Karanga campsite (4,000 m); 4-5 hours walking A steep climb up the Barranco Wall leads us to an undulating trail on the south-eastern flank of Kibo, with superb vistas of the Southern Icefields. The terrain changes to scree, with pockets of vegetation in sheltered hollows, and there is only a short distance to our camp at Karanga (4,000 m), the last water point on the way to the summit. Day7: Barafu campsite (4,600 m); 3-4 hours walking We follow an easy path on compacted scree with wide views that gains altitude unrelentingly to reach the Barafu campsite (4,600 m) for lunch. There is a short acclimatisation walk to the plateau at the bottom of the South-East valley (4,800 m). The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night. Day8: Mweka forest camp (3100 m); 13-15 hours walking We will start our ascent by torchlight at about 1 a.m. so that we can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Stella Point (5,735 m), in about five or six hours. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the two hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Barafu is surprisingly fast, and after some refreshment, we continue to descend to reach our final Mweka forest camp. Day8: Mweka forest camp to Mweka Gate (1,650 m); 3-4 hours walking. A sustained descent through lovely forest with lush undergrowth takes us to Mweka National Park gate. Kilimanjaro Climbing Includes: Full board accommodation in all the above mentioned camps and lodge in Arusha Private professional mountain guides All Park fees Rescue fees All meals while on the Mountain Arrival and Departure transfers Government taxes, VAT and all relating service charges Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees Emergency Oxygen Walking Poles Emergency Evacuation by Flying Doctor Excludes: Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.) Meals not listed above Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc) Tips and any items of personal nature Read the full article

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Perform registration at Londorossi gate, Drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. Because the road is rough, sometime there will be walking for some kilometers or so Walking through beautiful and lush forest. Camping at Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2,650 m); Perform acclimatization, and to explore the volcanic rock formations of Shira Plateau. Walking to the summit of Shira Cathedral Camping at Shira Hut (3,840 m) (the campsite has has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable.

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9 Day Kilimanjaro Trekking , Northern Circuit

Trekking Program Summary This is the most adventurous trekking program on Kilimanjaro which starting at the north traverses almost the entire mountain before reaching to the summit. It is absolutely the most scenic route available and has almost no traffic on its northern face. If you want something different, this is your route. Trekking Program Details by Day Day 1: Registration at the Londolosi Gate After completing the necessary registration formalities at Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, sometimes we start walking a kilometre or two below the roadhead. We often have our lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy  day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. We camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2,650 m); Day 2:  Traversing Through Shira Plateau (3,550 m). We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of  the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the centre of the plateau at “Shira One” (3,550 m). Day 3: Trekking to the Summit of Shira Cathedral and Shira Hut (3,840 m) We walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut (3,840 m). This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. Day 4: Trekking to Lava Tower and Moir Hut (4,200m). In the morning we follow the main trail up to Lava Tower, and for those feeling strong there is a possibility to climb up to the ruined hut at Arrow Glacier around 4,800m. We then continue from Lava Tower to reach our campsite at Moir Hut (4,200m). Day 5:  Trekking to the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 , Buffalo Camp (4,150m) We climb out of the Moir Valley and take a short detour to reach the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 meters. After admiring the views we return to the trail and head eastwards around the northern circuit trail. Here the trail passes through a field of rock slabs that clink as they are walked on. The final section is to walk undulates until reaching the location of Buffalo Camp (4,150m). At the camp there is a huge feeling of space as the Kenyan plains stretch out far below to the north. Day 6: Traverse to Third Cave Camp (3,900m). From Buffalo Camp we climb up to the top of ‘Buffalo Ridge’ and drop down the other side to reach  Pofu, nearby the is a small spring and some vegetation. The trail continues eastwards through a landscape that has increasingly sparse vegetation to eventually reach Third Cave Camp (3,900m). Day 7:  Trek to School Hut Campsite (4,700m) and Rest There is a steady ascent to reach The Saddle, a lunar landscape between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. From here we continue upwards and reach School Hut Campsite (4,700m) in the early afternoon. The remain  of the afternoon is spent resting and preparing for the summit day. Day 8: Trekking to the Summit of Uhuru Peak (5,896 m) and descend to Millennium Camp (3,800 m). We will start our ascent by torchlight at about midnight so that we can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Gilmans Point (5,685 m) in about five or six hours. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. The trail leads west along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. We retrace our steps along the crater rim to Stella Point and then descend down through Barafu Camp to reach Millennium Camp (3,800 m). Day 9:  Continue Descending to Mweka Gate (1,650 m) (4-6 hours walking) A sustained descent through lovely forest with lush undergrowth takes us to the National Park gate at Mweka (1,650 m) and on through coffee and banana farms to Mweka village. (4-6 hours walking) 422 Read the full article

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Mount Kenya Climb-Chogoria Out Chogoria 5 Days

Program Highlights

Duration:  5 Days Category:  Kenya Trekking Destinations:  Mt Kenya Major Attractions:  Vegetation zones and  Mt Kenya Tour Guides Language: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian For other languages please send a special request prior to your safari -additional fee may apply. Start in: Nairobi End in: Nairobi Recommended Packing list: Camera with enough zoom and memory space and extra batteries, binoculars, light clothes, safari boot, mosquito repellents, sunhat, sunglasses with UV radiation filtering etc. Additional note: Porters will escort and guide you all your climbing along the mountain

Itinerary Description

Day 0: Arrival, Tour Briefing and Resting You will be picked up from the airport in Nairobi ( Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) and be transferred to the booked hotel in Nairobi Get the safari general briefing from the prepared safari consultant/guide Dinner and overnight stay at your booked hotel in Nairobi Day 1: Drive from Nairobi to Mt. Kenya for a climb Pick up from hotel at about 0800. It's then about 3 1/2 hours from Nairobi to where we collect the porters and guides (as required) Into the Mt. Kenya forest for the 22 km drive to the Park Gate at 2,850m Dependent on road conditions, these 22 km have been known to take all afternoon to do and in really wet conditions it is possible that the top four or five km may be impassable Night, dependent on clients wishes, at the Meru Mt. Kenya Banda's or at roadhead a further 7 km from the Park Gate Day 2: Climb Mt. Kenya via Ellis to Stream Bank After breakfast and sorting of porter loads we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace A slightly longer walk via Lake Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithunguni and the Giants BilliardsTable, whilst if we follow the river near roadhead, upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is particularly beautiful Lunch by the stream banks then it's time to cut up the left hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away from any of the more "touristy" areas. Day 3: Climb to Chogoria then to Minto’s Hut From our campsite, we continue to move up through the moorland zone As this area of the mountain is still off the beaten track, there are no paths to follow, and on each trip we vary the area we walk across After about an hour, traverse left and join a ridge (slight path to follow) and join the normal Chogoria route to Minto's Hut after about 4 hour walking Lunch at a small stream crossing then 45 min on to a camp near Minto's Hut and next to one of the tarns Very short afternoon walk over to superb views across to "The Temple" and down to Lake Michaelson Day 4: Climb from Minto’s Hut to the Summit then descend to Bandas After pre dawn breakfast leave Mintos Hut for the summit passing near the Simba Tarn and Harris Tan to Point Lenana which is appproximately 4 - 5 hours After the sunrise at 6.30 and nice views of Kilimanjaro and the Coast line descend back to Mintos for full breakfast and thereafter descend to Meru Mount Kenya Lodge(Bandas) having our lunch at the Roadhead Dinner and overnight at the Bandas Day 5: Descend to Chogoria then after drive to Nairobi After breakfast walk for 15km downhill through the denses rain and bamboo forests to connect the 4WD jeep to Chogoria Town Then after lunch at Chogoria drive back to Nairobi for your next destination Read the full article

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Mount Kenya Climb-Chogoria Out Chogoria 5 Days

Program Highlights

Duration:  5 Days Category:  Kenya Trekking Destinations:  Mt Kenya Major Attractions:  Vegetation zones and  Mt Kenya Tour Guides Language: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian For other languages please send a special request prior to your safari -additional fee may apply. Start in: Nairobi End in: Nairobi Recommended Packing list: Camera with enough zoom and memory space and extra batteries, binoculars, light clothes, safari boot, mosquito repellents, sunhat, sunglasses with UV radiation filtering etc. Additional note: Porters will escort and guide you all your climbing along the mountain

Itinerary Description

Day 0: Arrival, Tour Briefing and Resting You will be picked up from the airport in Nairobi ( Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) and be transferred to the booked hotel in Nairobi Get the safari general briefing from the prepared safari consultant/guide Dinner and overnight stay at your booked hotel in Nairobi Day 1: Drive from Nairobi to Mt. Kenya for a climb Pick up from hotel at about 0800. It's then about 3 1/2 hours from Nairobi to where we collect the porters and guides (as required) Into the Mt. Kenya forest for the 22 km drive to the Park Gate at 2,850m Dependent on road conditions, these 22 km have been known to take all afternoon to do and in really wet conditions it is possible that the top four or five km may be impassable Night, dependent on clients wishes, at the Meru Mt. Kenya Banda's or at roadhead a further 7 km from the Park Gate Day 2: Climb Mt. Kenya via Ellis to Stream Bank After breakfast and sorting of porter loads we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace A slightly longer walk via Lake Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithunguni and the Giants BilliardsTable, whilst if we follow the river near roadhead, upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is particularly beautiful Lunch by the stream banks then it's time to cut up the left hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away from any of the more "touristy" areas. Day 3: Climb to Chogoria then to Minto’s Hut From our campsite, we continue to move up through the moorland zone As this area of the mountain is still off the beaten track, there are no paths to follow, and on each trip we vary the area we walk across After about an hour, traverse left and join a ridge (slight path to follow) and join the normal Chogoria route to Minto's Hut after about 4 hour walking Lunch at a small stream crossing then 45 min on to a camp near Minto's Hut and next to one of the tarns Very short afternoon walk over to superb views across to "The Temple" and down to Lake Michaelson Day 4: Climb from Minto’s Hut to the Summit then descend to Bandas After pre dawn breakfast leave Mintos Hut for the summit passing near the Simba Tarn and Harris Tan to Point Lenana which is appproximately 4 - 5 hours After the sunrise at 6.30 and nice views of Kilimanjaro and the Coast line descend back to Mintos for full breakfast and thereafter descend to Meru Mount Kenya Lodge(Bandas) having our lunch at the Roadhead Dinner and overnight at the Bandas Day 5: Descend to Chogoria then after drive to Nairobi After breakfast walk for 15km downhill through the denses rain and bamboo forests to connect the 4WD jeep to Chogoria Town Then after lunch at Chogoria drive back to Nairobi for your next destination Read the full article

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Mount Kenya Climb-Chogoria Out Chogoria 5 Days

Program Highlights

Duration:  5 Days Category:  Kenya Trekking Destinations:  Mt Kenya Major Attractions:  Vegetation zones and  Mt Kenya Tour Guides Language: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian For other languages please send a special request prior to your safari -additional fee may apply. Start in: Nairobi End in: Nairobi Recommended Packing list: Camera with enough zoom and memory space and extra batteries, binoculars, light clothes, safari boot, mosquito repellents, sunhat, sunglasses with UV radiation filtering etc. Additional note: Porters will escort and guide you all your climbing along the mountain

Itinerary Description

Day 0: Arrival, Tour Briefing and Resting You will be picked up from the airport in Nairobi ( Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) and be transferred to the booked hotel in Nairobi Get the safari general briefing from the prepared safari consultant/guide Dinner and overnight stay at your booked hotel in Nairobi Day 1: Drive from Nairobi to Mt. Kenya for a climb Pick up from hotel at about 0800. It's then about 3 1/2 hours from Nairobi to where we collect the porters and guides (as required) Into the Mt. Kenya forest for the 22 km drive to the Park Gate at 2,850m Dependent on road conditions, these 22 km have been known to take all afternoon to do and in really wet conditions it is possible that the top four or five km may be impassable Night, dependent on clients wishes, at the Meru Mt. Kenya Banda's or at roadhead a further 7 km from the Park Gate Day 2: Climb Mt. Kenya via Ellis to Stream Bank After breakfast and sorting of porter loads we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace A slightly longer walk via Lake Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithunguni and the Giants BilliardsTable, whilst if we follow the river near roadhead, upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is particularly beautiful Lunch by the stream banks then it's time to cut up the left hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away from any of the more "touristy" areas. Day 3: Climb to Chogoria then to Minto’s Hut From our campsite, we continue to move up through the moorland zone As this area of the mountain is still off the beaten track, there are no paths to follow, and on each trip we vary the area we walk across After about an hour, traverse left and join a ridge (slight path to follow) and join the normal Chogoria route to Minto's Hut after about 4 hour walking Lunch at a small stream crossing then 45 min on to a camp near Minto's Hut and next to one of the tarns Very short afternoon walk over to superb views across to "The Temple" and down to Lake Michaelson Day 4: Climb from Minto’s Hut to the Summit then descend to Bandas After pre dawn breakfast leave Mintos Hut for the summit passing near the Simba Tarn and Harris Tan to Point Lenana which is appproximately 4 - 5 hours After the sunrise at 6.30 and nice views of Kilimanjaro and the Coast line descend back to Mintos for full breakfast and thereafter descend to Meru Mount Kenya Lodge(Bandas) having our lunch at the Roadhead Dinner and overnight at the Bandas Day 5: Descend to Chogoria then after drive to Nairobi After breakfast walk for 15km downhill through the denses rain and bamboo forests to connect the 4WD jeep to Chogoria Town Then after lunch at Chogoria drive back to Nairobi for your next destination Read the full article

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Mount Kenya Climb-Chogoria Out Chogoria 5 Days

Program Highlights

Duration:  5 Days Category:  Kenya Trekking Destinations:  Mt Kenya Major Attractions:  Vegetation zones and  Mt Kenya Tour Guides Language: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian For other languages please send a special request prior to your safari -additional fee may apply. Start in: Nairobi End in: Nairobi Recommended Packing list: Camera with enough zoom and memory space and extra batteries, binoculars, light clothes, safari boot, mosquito repellents, sunhat, sunglasses with UV radiation filtering etc. Additional note: Porters will escort and guide you all your climbing along the mountain

Itinerary Description

Day 0: Arrival, Tour Briefing and Resting You will be picked up from the airport in Nairobi ( Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) and be transferred to the booked hotel in Nairobi Get the safari general briefing from the prepared safari consultant/guide Dinner and overnight stay at your booked hotel in Nairobi Day 1: Drive from Nairobi to Mt. Kenya for a climb Pick up from hotel at about 0800. It's then about 3 1/2 hours from Nairobi to where we collect the porters and guides (as required) Into the Mt. Kenya forest for the 22 km drive to the Park Gate at 2,850m Dependent on road conditions, these 22 km have been known to take all afternoon to do and in really wet conditions it is possible that the top four or five km may be impassable Night, dependent on clients wishes, at the Meru Mt. Kenya Banda's or at roadhead a further 7 km from the Park Gate Day 2: Climb Mt. Kenya via Ellis to Stream Bank After breakfast and sorting of porter loads we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace A slightly longer walk via Lake Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithunguni and the Giants BilliardsTable, whilst if we follow the river near roadhead, upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is particularly beautiful Lunch by the stream banks then it's time to cut up the left hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away from any of the more "touristy" areas. Day 3: Climb to Chogoria then to Minto’s Hut From our campsite, we continue to move up through the moorland zone As this area of the mountain is still off the beaten track, there are no paths to follow, and on each trip we vary the area we walk across After about an hour, traverse left and join a ridge (slight path to follow) and join the normal Chogoria route to Minto's Hut after about 4 hour walking Lunch at a small stream crossing then 45 min on to a camp near Minto's Hut and next to one of the tarns Very short afternoon walk over to superb views across to "The Temple" and down to Lake Michaelson Day 4: Climb from Minto’s Hut to the Summit then descend to Bandas After pre dawn breakfast leave Mintos Hut for the summit passing near the Simba Tarn and Harris Tan to Point Lenana which is appproximately 4 - 5 hours After the sunrise at 6.30 and nice views of Kilimanjaro and the Coast line descend back to Mintos for full breakfast and thereafter descend to Meru Mount Kenya Lodge(Bandas) having our lunch at the Roadhead Dinner and overnight at the Bandas Day 5: Descend to Chogoria then after drive to Nairobi After breakfast walk for 15km downhill through the denses rain and bamboo forests to connect the 4WD jeep to Chogoria Town Then after lunch at Chogoria drive back to Nairobi for your next destination Read the full article

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Mount Kenya Climb-Chogoria Out Chogoria 5 Days

Program Highlights

Duration:  5 Days Category:  Kenya Trekking Destinations:  Mt Kenya Major Attractions: Vegetation zones and  Mt Kenya Tour Guides Language: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian For other languages please send a special request prior to your safari -additional fee may apply. Start in: Nairobi End in: Nairobi Recommended Packing list: Camera with enough zoom and memory space and extra batteries, binoculars, light clothes, safari boot, mosquito repellents, sunhat, sunglasses with UV radiation filtering etc. Additional note: Porters will escort and guide you all your climbing along the mountain

Itinerary Description

Day 0: Arrival, Tour Briefing and Resting You will be picked up from the airport in Nairobi ( Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) and be transferred to the booked hotel in Nairobi Get the safari general briefing from the prepared safari consultant/guide Dinner and overnight stay at your booked hotel in Nairobi Day 1: Drive from Nairobi to Mt. Kenya for a climb Pick up from hotel at about 0800. It's then about 3 1/2 hours from Nairobi to where we collect the porters and guides (as required) Into the Mt. Kenya forest for the 22 km drive to the Park Gate at 2,850m Dependent on road conditions, these 22 km have been known to take all afternoon to do and in really wet conditions it is possible that the top four or five km may be impassable Night, dependent on clients wishes, at the Meru Mt. Kenya Banda's or at roadhead a further 7 km from the Park Gate Day 2: Climb Mt. Kenya via Ellis to Stream Bank After breakfast and sorting of porter loads we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace A slightly longer walk via Lake Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithunguni and the Giants BilliardsTable, whilst if we follow the river near roadhead, upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is particularly beautiful Lunch by the stream banks then it's time to cut up the left hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away from any of the more "touristy" areas. Day 3: Climb to Chogoria then to Minto’s Hut From our campsite, we continue to move up through the moorland zone As this area of the mountain is still off the beaten track, there are no paths to follow, and on each trip we vary the area we walk across After about an hour, traverse left and join a ridge (slight path to follow) and join the normal Chogoria route to Minto's Hut after about 4 hour walking Lunch at a small stream crossing then 45 min on to a camp near Minto's Hut and next to one of the tarns Very short afternoon walk over to superb views across to "The Temple" and down to Lake Michaelson Day 4: Climb from Minto’s Hut to the Summit then descend to Bandas After pre dawn breakfast leave Mintos Hut for the summit passing near the Simba Tarn and Harris Tan to Point Lenana which is appproximately 4 - 5 hours After the sunrise at 6.30 and nice views of Kilimanjaro and the Coast line descend back to Mintos for full breakfast and thereafter descend to Meru Mount Kenya Lodge(Bandas) having our lunch at the Roadhead Dinner and overnight at the Bandas Day 5: Descend to Chogoria then after drive to Nairobi After breakfast walk for 15km downhill through the denses rain and bamboo forests to connect the 4WD jeep to Chogoria Town Then after lunch at Chogoria drive back to Nairobi for your next destination Read the full article

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kilimanjaro climbs via Lemosho Route 9 Days

Day1: Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2,650 m); 3-4 hours walking. After completing the neccessary registration formalities at Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, sometimes we start walking a kilometre or two below the roadhead. We often have our lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. We camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp. Day2: Shira One” (3,550 m); 5-6 hours walking. We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the centre of the plateau at “Shira One. Day3: Shira Hut (3,840 m); 3-5 hours walking. We walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut. This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. Day4: Moir Hut (4,200m); 3-4 hours walking. In the morning we cross part of the plateau heading north to reach our campsite at Moir Hut for hot lunch. After which there is an excellent acclimatization walk up onto the Lent Hills, the summit of which is at 4,700 metres. Day5: Great Barranco valley (3,900 m); 6-8 hours walking A morning of gentle ascent and panoramic views, leaving the moorland plateau behind to walk on lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach. After lunch near the Lava Tower junction (4,550 m) we descend to the bottom of the Great Barranco valley sheltered by towering cliffs and with extensive views of the plains far below near our campsite at Barranco valley. Day6: Karanga campsite (4,000 m); 4-5 hours walking A steep climb up the Barranco Wall leads us to an undulating trail on the south-eastern flank of Kibo, with superb vistas of the Southern Icefields. The terrain changes to scree, with pockets of vegetation in sheltered hollows, and there is only a short distance to our camp at Karanga (4,000 m), the last water point on the way to the summit. Day7: Barafu campsite (4,600 m); 3-4 hours walking We follow an easy path on compacted scree with wide views that gains altitude unrelentingly to reach the Barafu campsite (4,600 m) for lunch. There is a short acclimatisation walk to the plateau at the bottom of the South-East valley (4,800 m). The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night. Day8: Mweka forest camp (3100 m); 13-15 hours walking We will start our ascent by torchlight at about 1 a.m. so that we can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Stella Point (5,735 m), in about five or six hours. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the two hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Barafu is surprisingly fast, and after some refreshment, we continue to descend to reach our final Mweka forest camp. Day8: Mweka forest camp to Mweka Gate (1,650 m); 3-4 hours walking. A sustained descent through lovely forest with lush undergrowth takes us to Mweka National Park gate. Kilimanjaro Climbing Includes: Full board accommodation in all the above mentioned camps and lodge in Arusha Private professional mountain guides All Park fees Rescue fees All meals while on the Mountain Arrival and Departure transfers Government taxes, VAT and all relating service charges Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees Emergency Oxygen Walking Poles Emergency Evacuation by Flying Doctor Excludes: Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.) Meals not listed above Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc) Tips and any items of personal nature Read the full article

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kilimanjaro climbs via Lemosho Route 9 Days

Day1: Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2,650 m); 3-4 hours walking. After completing the neccessary registration formalities at Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, sometimes we start walking a kilometre or two below the roadhead. We often have our lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. We camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp. Day2: Shira One” (3,550 m); 5-6 hours walking. We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the centre of the plateau at “Shira One. Day3: Shira Hut (3,840 m); 3-5 hours walking. We walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut. This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. Day4: Moir Hut (4,200m); 3-4 hours walking. In the morning we cross part of the plateau heading north to reach our campsite at Moir Hut for hot lunch. After which there is an excellent acclimatization walk up onto the Lent Hills, the summit of which is at 4,700 metres. Day5: Great Barranco valley (3,900 m); 6-8 hours walking A morning of gentle ascent and panoramic views, leaving the moorland plateau behind to walk on lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach. After lunch near the Lava Tower junction (4,550 m) we descend to the bottom of the Great Barranco valley sheltered by towering cliffs and with extensive views of the plains far below near our campsite at Barranco valley. Day6: Karanga campsite (4,000 m); 4-5 hours walking A steep climb up the Barranco Wall leads us to an undulating trail on the south-eastern flank of Kibo, with superb vistas of the Southern Icefields. The terrain changes to scree, with pockets of vegetation in sheltered hollows, and there is only a short distance to our camp at Karanga (4,000 m), the last water point on the way to the summit. Day7: Barafu campsite (4,600 m); 3-4 hours walking We follow an easy path on compacted scree with wide views that gains altitude unrelentingly to reach the Barafu campsite (4,600 m) for lunch. There is a short acclimatisation walk to the plateau at the bottom of the South-East valley (4,800 m). The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night. Day8: Mweka forest camp (3100 m); 13-15 hours walking We will start our ascent by torchlight at about 1 a.m. so that we can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Stella Point (5,735 m), in about five or six hours. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the two hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Barafu is surprisingly fast, and after some refreshment, we continue to descend to reach our final Mweka forest camp. Day8: Mweka forest camp to Mweka Gate (1,650 m); 3-4 hours walking. A sustained descent through lovely forest with lush undergrowth takes us to Mweka National Park gate. Kilimanjaro Climbing Includes: Full board accommodation in all the above mentioned camps and lodge in Arusha Private professional mountain guides All Park fees Rescue fees All meals while on the Mountain Arrival and Departure transfers Government taxes, VAT and all relating service charges Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees Emergency Oxygen Walking Poles Emergency Evacuation by Flying Doctor Excludes: Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.) Meals not listed above Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc) Tips and any items of personal nature Read the full article

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9 Day Kilimanjaro Trekking , Northern Circuit

Trekking Program Summary This is the most adventurous trekking program on Kilimanjaro which starting at the north traverses almost the entire mountain before reaching to the summit. It is absolutely the most scenic route available and has almost no traffic on its northern face. If you want something different, this is your route. Trekking Program Details by Day Day 1: Registration at the Londolosi Gate After completing the necessary registration formalities at Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, sometimes we start walking a kilometre or two below the roadhead. We often have our lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy  day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. We camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2,650 m); Day 2:  Traversing Through Shira Plateau (3,550 m). We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of  the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the centre of the plateau at “Shira One” (3,550 m). Day 3: Trekking to the Summit of Shira Cathedral and Shira Hut (3,840 m) We walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut (3,840 m). This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. Day 4: Trekking to Lava Tower and Moir Hut (4,200m). In the morning we follow the main trail up to Lava Tower, and for those feeling strong there is a possibility to climb up to the ruined hut at Arrow Glacier around 4,800m. We then continue from Lava Tower to reach our campsite at Moir Hut (4,200m). Day 5:  Trekking to the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 , Buffalo Camp (4,150m) We climb out of the Moir Valley and take a short detour to reach the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 meters. After admiring the views we return to the trail and head eastwards around the northern circuit trail. Here the trail passes through a field of rock slabs that clink as they are walked on. The final section is to walk undulates until reaching the location of Buffalo Camp (4,150m). At the camp there is a huge feeling of space as the Kenyan plains stretch out far below to the north. Day 6: Traverse to Third Cave Camp (3,900m). From Buffalo Camp we climb up to the top of ‘Buffalo Ridge’ and drop down the other side to reach  Pofu, nearby the is a small spring and some vegetation. The trail continues eastwards through a landscape that has increasingly sparse vegetation to eventually reach Third Cave Camp (3,900m). Day 7:  Trek to School Hut Campsite (4,700m) and Rest There is a steady ascent to reach The Saddle, a lunar landscape between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. From here we continue upwards and reach School Hut Campsite (4,700m) in the early afternoon. The remain  of the afternoon is spent resting and preparing for the summit day. Day 8: Trekking to the Summit of Uhuru Peak (5,896 m) and descend to Millennium Camp (3,800 m). We will start our ascent by torchlight at about midnight so that we can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Gilmans Point (5,685 m) in about five or six hours. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. The trail leads west along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. We retrace our steps along the crater rim to Stella Point and then descend down through Barafu Camp to reach Millennium Camp (3,800 m). Day 9:  Continue Descending to Mweka Gate (1,650 m) (4-6 hours walking) A sustained descent through lovely forest with lush undergrowth takes us to the National Park gate at Mweka (1,650 m) and on through coffee and banana farms to Mweka village. (4-6 hours walking) 422 Read the full article

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9 Day Kilimanjaro Trekking , Northern Circuit

This is the most adventurous trekking program on Kilimanjaro which starting at the north traverses almost the entire mountain before reaching to the summit. It is absolutely the most scenic route available and has almost no traffic on its northern face. If you want something different, this is your route. Trekking Program Details by Day Day 1: Registration at the Londoros Gate After completing the necessary registration formalities at Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, sometimes we start walking a kilometre or two below the roadhead. We often have our lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy  day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. We camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2,650 m); Day 2:  Traversing Through Shira Plateau (3,550 m). We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of  the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the centre of the plateau at “Shira One” (3,550 m). Day 3: Trekking to the Summit of Shira Cathedral and Shira Hut (3,840 m) We walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut (3,840 m). This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. Day 4: Trekking to Lava Tower and Moir Hut (4,200m). In the morning we follow the main trail up to Lava Tower, and for those feeling strong there is a possibility to climb up to the ruined hut at Arrow Glacier around 4,800m. We then continue from Lava Tower to reach our campsite at Moir Hut (4,200m). Day 5:  Trekking to the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 , Buffalo Camp (4,150m) We climb out of the Moir Valley and take a short detour to reach the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 meters. After admiring the views we return to the trail and head eastwards around the northern circuit trail. Here the trail passes through a field of rock slabs that clink as they are walked on. The final section is to walk undulates until reaching the location of Buffalo Camp (4,150m). At the camp there is a huge feeling of space as the Kenyan plains stretch out far below to the north. Day 6: Traverse to Third Cave Camp (3,900m). From Buffalo Camp we climb up to the top of ‘Buffalo Ridge’ and drop down the other side to reach  Pofu, nearby the is a small spring and some vegetation. The trail continues eastwards through a landscape that has increasingly sparse vegetation to eventually reach Third Cave Camp (3,900m). Day 7:  Trek to School Hut Campsite (4,700m) and Rest There is a steady ascent to reach The Saddle, a lunar landscape between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. From here we continue upwards and reach School Hut Campsite (4,700m) in the early afternoon. The remain  of the afternoon is spent resting and preparing for the summit day. Day 8: Trekking to the Summit of Uhuru Peak (5,896 m) and descend to Millennium Camp (3,800 m). We will start our ascent by torchlight at about midnight so that we can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Gilmans Point (5,685 m) in about five or six hours. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. The trail leads west along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. We retrace our steps along the crater rim to Stella Point and then descend down through Barafu Camp to reach Millennium Camp (3,800 m). Day 9:  Continue Descending to Mweka Gate (1,650 m) (4-6 hours walking) A sustained descent through lovely forest with lush undergrowth takes us to the National Park gate at Mweka (1,650 m) and on through coffee and banana farms to Mweka village. (4-6 hours walking) 422 Read the full article

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9 Day Kilimanjaro Trekking , Northern Circuit

This is the most adventurous trekking program on Kilimanjaro which starting at the north traverses almost the entire mountain before reaching to the summit. It is absolutely the most scenic route available and has almost no traffic on its northern face. If you want something different, this is your route. Trekking Program Details by Day Day 1: Registration at the Londolosi Gate After completing the necessary registration formalities at Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, sometimes we start walking a kilometre or two below the roadhead. We often have our lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy  day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. We camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2,650 m); Day 2:  Traversing Through Shira Plateau (3,550 m). We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of  the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the centre of the plateau at “Shira One” (3,550 m). Day 3: Trekkiong to the Summit of Shira Cathedral and Shira Hut (3,840 m) We walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut (3,840 m). This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. Day 4: Trekking to Lava Tower and Moir Hut (4,200m). In the morning we follow the main trail up to Lava Tower, and for those feeling strong there is a possibility to climb up to the ruined hut at Arrow Glacier around 4,800m. We then continue from Lava Tower to reach our campsite at Moir Hut (4,200m). Day 5:  Trekking to the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 , Buffalo Camp (4,150m) We climb out of the Moir Valley and take a short detour to reach the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 meters. After admiring the views we return to the trail and head eastwards around the northern circuit trail. Here the trail passes through a field of rock slabs that clink as they are walked on. The final section is to walk undulates until reaching the location of Buffalo Camp (4,150m). At the camp there is a huge feeling of space as the Kenyan plains stretch out far below to the north. Day 6: Traverse to Third Cave Camp (3,900m). From Buffalo Camp we climb up to the top of ‘Buffalo Ridge’ and drop down the other side to reach  Pofu, nearby the is a small spring and some vegetation. The trail continues eastwards through a landscape that has increasingly sparse vegetation to eventually reach Third Cave Camp (3,900m). Day 7:  Trek to School Hut Campsite (4,700m) and Rest There is a steady ascent to reach The Saddle, a lunar landscape between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. From here we continue upwards and reach School Hut Campsite (4,700m) in the early afternoon. The remain  of the afternoon is spent resting and preparing for the summit day. Day 8: Trekking to the Summit of Uhuru Peak (5,896 m) and descend to Millennium Camp (3,800 m). We will start our ascent by torchlight at about midnight so that we can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Gilmans Point (5,685 m) in about five or six hours. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. The trail leads west along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. We retrace our steps along the crater rim to Stella Point and then descend down through Barafu Camp to reach Millennium Camp (3,800 m). Day 9:  Continue Descending to Mweka Gate (1,650 m) (4-6 hours walking) A sustained descent through lovely forest with lush undergrowth takes us to the National Park gate at Mweka (1,650 m) and on through coffee and banana farms to Mweka village. (4-6 hours walking) 422 Read the full article