Mountain Kilimanjaro stands 330 km south of the equator, on the Northern boundary of Tanzania. Its location on an open plain close to the Indian Ocean, and its great size and height strongly influence the climate and thus its vegetation, animal life and the climbing conditions. Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain on the African Continent. It is composed of three extinct volcanoes: Kibo 5895m (19340ft), Mawenzi 5149m (16896ft) and Shira 3962m (13000ft). It is also one of the world’s highest free standing mountains, its bulk looming 4800m above an undulating plain that averages around 1000m above sea level.
Day 1: Upon arrival at Fortune Mountain Resort, you will be met by our Mountain Guide for briefing while enjoying your welcoming juice. With picnic packed lunch, you will be driven to the main entrance of Mountain Kilimanjaro National Park to start your walk through the forest to Mandara hut (2750m) which takes up to 4-5 hours; it is worth gentle walk to enjoy the beauty of the scenery.
The slower the better for the eventual success of your Climb (Pole Pole is your guiding slogan!) Late in the afternoon descend back to the main entrance gate where you will be met by your driver guide and proceed to your next your next destination.
Package includes:
Experienced Mountain Guides,
Park entry fees, Rescue fees in Kilimanjaro,
Picnic packed lunch
Soft drinks
Transport from Fortune Mountain Resort to the main entrance gate of Mt. Kilimanjaro National Park
