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Kilimanjaro Climb and Zanzibar Vacation

11 Days

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<li><strong>Duration:</strong> 12 days</li>
<li><strong>Category:</strong> Kilimanjaro trekking, Beach holiday</li>
<li><strong>Destination:</strong> Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar</li>
<li><strong>Travel activity:</strong> Mountain Trekking, Walking safari, Sea breezing</li>
<li><strong>Major attractions:</strong> Africa’s highest mountain, Five vegetation zones, Mnemba island, Jozani forest, Spice island</li>
<li><strong>Tour guide languages:</strong> English, Chinese, French, Spanish, German, Italian</li>
<li><strong>Starting point: </strong>Moshi</li>
<li><strong>Ending point:</strong> Stone town</li>
<li><strong>Recommended trekking packing list: </strong>hiking boots, fleece jacket, warm trekking socks, long sleeve shirts, hiking pants, waterproof gloves, day pack, sunglasses, digital camera and personal toiletries</li>
<li><strong>Recommended Zanzibar packing list: </strong>light weight shirts, sun hat and glasses, swimming costume, cotton pants, sandals, shorts, digital camera, toiletries</li>
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<p>•Pickup from your accommodations in Moshi and drive to Machame gate for registration formalities</p><p>•Start climbing through Machame village covered in coffee and maize plantations</p><p>•The trail leads on to Machame camp to arrive in the evening</p><p>•Dinner and sleep at the camp</p><p></p>

<p>•Climb through the rainforest approaching the moorland zone which displays magnificent views of Kibo (Kilimanjaro’s second highest peak)</p><p>•Have lunch enroute and continue trekking into the Shira Plateau </p><p>•The path leads to Shira Camp to arrive in the evening</p><p>•Dinner and overnight stay at the camp</p><p></p>

<p>•Acclimatization day where you trek from Shira plateau towards Lava tower, a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation</p><p>•Arrive at the tower around midday for rest and a lunch break</p><p>•Descend the tower for a short hike to Barranco camp</p><p>•Rest upon arrival while waiting for dinner to be served</p><p>•An overnight stay at the camp</p><p></p>

<p>•Start by a steep climb up the Barranco wall of 900 ft high</p><p>•Proceed walking across a series of hills and valleys to approach Karanga valley </p><p>•Break for lunch and continue hiking to finally reach Karanga camp in the late afternoon</p><p>•Dinner and sleep at the camp</p><p></p>

<p>•Trek out of Karanga to reach Mweka junction (4150m)</p><p>•Proceed with the hike to join Mweka trail which finally leads to Barafu Camp</p><p>•Have much rest and drink lot of water upon arrival while waiting for dinner</p><p>•Retire to bed early by 07:00 p.m</p><p></p>

<p>•Wake up around 23:30 for a hot cup of coffee and putting on trekking gears </p><p>•By midnight, transfer to the base of the mountain for the final summit attempt</p><p>•Hike through the volcanic scree to reach Stella point at 5735 m</p><p>•Rest a while and make the final 1:30 hour round trip to Uhuru peak (Africa’s highest peak)</p><p>•Get time for photographs while feeling accomplished standing at the roof of Africa</p><p>•After much celebrations and rest, start descending to reach Mweka camp in the evening</p><p>•Dinner and overnight stay at the camp</p><p></p>

<p>•Have breakfast and go for a short walk to finally reach Machame gate</p><p>•Upon arrival, show appreciation to the team by tipping them</p><p>•Get awarded with certificates whereby golden certificates are given to hikers who reached Uhuru peak and green certificates for Stella point hikers</p><p>•Return back to Mweka village for a drive to Moshi town </p><p>•Overnight stay at the booked hotel</p><p></p>

<p>•Have breakfast and checkout the hotel for a drive to Kilimanjaro airport</p><p>•Board a flight for a transfer to Zanzibar</p><p>•Pickup at the airport upon arrival by professional and friendly guide</p><p>•Drive from the airport to the beautiful coastal city of Stone town, the main Zanzibar city </p><p>•Transfer to the booked hotel in the town</p><p>•Delivery of a short safari briefing </p><p>•Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel</p><p></p>

<p>•Pickup from your accommodations for a 1:30 hour drive to Nungwi</p><p>•Upon arrival, get transferred by boat to the exclusive Mnemba island </p><p>•The island is considered a breeding site for turtles who are seen along with dolphins and whale sharks</p><p>•Enjoy swimming, snorkeling and diving to see school of fish including striped snapper, surgeon fish</p><p>•Proceed with sailing on a traditional dhow to Muyuni beach for seafood lunch</p><p>•Beach relaxation with display of the beautiful island ahead of you</p><p>•Return back by boat to Nungwi for a drive to Stone town</p><p>•An overnight stay at the hotel</p><p></p>

<p>•Pickup at the hotel for a drive to Jozani Chwaka forest habituated by herbs that can almost cure any disease</p><p>•Explore the forest to come across the rare red colobus monkey, unique specie found in only Zanzibar </p><p>•Take a walk across the mangrove swamp which displays beautiful view of the forest</p><p>•Around noon, drive back to Stone town</p><p>•Have an outdoor lunch at a restaurant </p><p>•Proceed with the local tour in the beautiful town by visiting intriguing places including House of wonders, Palace museum, Old fort and Slave market</p><p>•Take a walk along the narrow streets to see and purchase handicrafts including ornaments</p><p>•Return to the hotel for dinner and sleep</p><p></p>

<p>•Pickup at the hotel for a transfer to Spice island </p><p>•Explore the beautiful island for the discovery of spices, fruits, coconut tree climbing</p><p>•Get a chance to test some of the tasty Zanzibar fruits </p><p>•Break for a picnic lunch and drive back to Stone town</p><p>•Upon arrival, get transferred to Blue Bay resort for an overnight stay </p><p></p>

<p>•Half day sea breezing in the beautiful exotic beach for ultimate relaxation of body and mind</p><p>•Spend quality time swimming and snorkeling for a great holiday experience</p><p>•Break for lunch around noon and drive back to town</p><p>•Upon arrival, transfer to the airport for a flight back home</p><p></p>

Price Include:

  • Kilimanjaro park permits
  • Camping facilities
  • Sleeping bags
  • First aid
  • 3 proper meals+ mineral water and tea/coffee
  • Experienced and professional team including guides, cooks and porters
  • Certificates for successful climb
  • All transport while in Zanzibar
  • All Zanzibar excursion packages
  • Accommodation facilities

Price Exclude:

  • International flights
  • Visa
  • Trekking gears rentals
  • All things of personal nature
  • Tips for guides and cooks
  • Alcohol
  • Items not specified in terms and conditions

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