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Mount Kilimanjaro Western Breach 11 Days

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From Moshi to Kilimanjaro
4.5 (19 reviews)
Mount Kilimanjaro Western Breach 11 Days - Viva Africa Tours

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Plan your adventure:
Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
High Intensity
Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 6
Ages 10+

Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi

    Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi
    • Kit check and orientation

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Moshi town markets
    • Visit local coffee bars
    Landmarks
    Moshi
  3. Day 2

    Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp

    Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Tasty dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Transfer to Londorossi Gate
    • Park entrance formalities
    • Hiking through rainforest (3.5 hours, 5.4 km, 397m altitude gain)
    • Wildlife spotting - colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, antelope, elephant, buffalo
    Landmarks
    Londorossi Gate
    Mount Kilimanjaro
  4. Day 3

    Forest Camp to Shira 1 Camp

    Forest Camp to Shira 1 Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast (Filling breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Scrumptious dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Hiking from Forest Camp through montane forest to Shira Plateau (5-6 hours, 9 km, 529m altitude gain)
    • Crossing mountain streams and rocky outcrops
    • Lunch at western edge of Shira Plateau
    • Views of Kibo Massif

    Optional Activities

    • Photography opportunities
    Landmarks
    Shira Plateau
    Kibo Massif
  5. Day 4

    Shira 1 Camp to Moir Camp

    Shira 1 Camp to Moir Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast (Hearty breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Hearty dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Hiking from Shira 1 Camp to Moir Camp (5-7 hours, 14 km, 850m altitude gain)
    • Lunch break at mid-trek
    Landmarks
    Moir Camp
  6. Day 5

    Moir Camp to Sheffield Camp

    Moir Camp to Sheffield Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast (Sustaining breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Warming, filling dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Hiking through volcanic landscape (4-5 hours, 5 km, 138m altitude gain)
    • Viewing obsidian rocks and volcanic features
    Landmarks
    Sheffield Camp
  7. Day 6

    Sheffield Camp (Acclimatization Day)

    Sheffield Camp (Acclimatization Day)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Rest and acclimatization day at Sheffield Camp
    • Optional guided walk to Lava Tower

    Optional Activities

    • Guided walk to Lava Tower (300-foot lava plug)
    • Wildlife watching - white-necked ravens, bearded vultures
    • Photography and video recording
    Landmarks
    Lava Tower
  8. Day 7

    Sheffield Camp to Arrow Glacier Camp

    Sheffield Camp to Arrow Glacier Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast (Filling breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Filling dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Hiking through ridgeline to Arrow Glacier Camp (3 hours, 2 km, 462m altitude loss initially before climbing)
    • Crossing frozen streams
    • Navigating Western Breach area

    Optional Activities

    • Sunset viewing at Arrow Glacier Camp
    Landmarks
    Western Breach
    Arrow Glacier Camp
  9. Day 8

    Arrow Glacier Camp to Crater Camp

    Arrow Glacier Camp to Crater Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Summit ascent via Western Breach (6-7 hours, 2 km, 950m altitude gain)
    • Scrambling through rocky areas
    • Ascending through breach in crater rim
    • Views of Furtwängler Glacier and Northern Icefield
    • Optional guided visit to Reusch Ash Pit

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Reusch Ash Pit (400-foot wide crater)
    Landmarks
    Western Breach
    Furtwängler Glacier
    Northern Icefield
    Reusch Ash Pit
    Crater Camp
  10. Day 9

    Crater Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

    Crater Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast (Light breakfast), Dinner (Hot celebration dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Ascent to Uhuru Peak (2 hours up in darkness, summit at dawn)
    • Summit of Uhuru Peak - highest point in Africa
    • Descent from Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp (7 hours down, 16 km total, 2805m altitude loss)
    • Traverse of all landscape zones in one day

    Optional Activities

    • Summit photo opportunities at Uhuru Peak
    Landmarks
    Uhuru Peak
    Barafu Camp
    Mweka Camp
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  11. Day 10

    Mweka Camp to Moshi

    Mweka Camp to Moshi
    Meals
    Breakfast (Good breakfast)

    Included Activities

    • Final descent through rainforest (4-6 hours, 10 km, 1450m altitude loss)
    • Transfer from Mweka Camp to Moshi
    • Climbing certificate

    Optional Activities

    • T-shirt purchase
    Landmarks
    Mweka Camp
    Moshi
  12. Day 11

    Moshi to Kilimanjaro Airport

    Moshi to Kilimanjaro Airport

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer from Moshi to Kilimanjaro Airport

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Moshi town
    • Lunch in Moshi
    • Optional safari continuation
    Landmarks
    Moshi
    Kilimanjaro Airport

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      Our Package Includes: Transport from/to park gate & airport transfer, Pre and post climb accommodation in Moshi, Park, camping & rescue fees, Mountain tent & mattress, Professional English speaking guide(s), porters & chef, 10 breakfasts; 9 lunches; 8 dinners, Water; tea and coffee with meals

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