Kilimanjaro hiking trip 2013

Hey QL members,

I'm planning a trip to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro this September.

It is the highest mountain in Tanzania, the highest mountain in Africa, and the highest free-standing mountain in the world at 5,895 metres or 19,341 feet above sea level. Kilimanjaro is a challenge requiring a certain degree of physical fitness however you don't have to be a marathon runner to make it. It is considered to be a difficult trail. Hiking experience is not a must however it is preferable to increase the chances of succeeding. We will be gaining altitude at a faster pace than that on the standard EBC trek so there is a higher risk of altitude sickness.

We will be taking the Lemosho Route which is considered to be the most beautiful route. It is one of the preferred routes due to its ideal balance of low traffic, beautiful scenery and a high summit success rate. The minimum amount of days spent on this route are 6 however it is better to spend 8 days to allow us a chance acclimatize to the high altitude.

Cost
The tour operator is charging 1600 USD (5900QR) per person for a group of 8 which is considered to be a mid range budget trip.

The price includes:
Guides and assistant guides
Chefs and porters
Park fees
Camping fees
Rescue fees
Crew fees and salary
Food: 3 meals a day (packed lunch) catering for vegetarian and non vegetarian
Dining tent, chairs and tables
Sleeping tents and mattresses
Drinking water
Transfer to and from Kilimanjaro park gate
Airport transfer to JRO – Kilimanjaro airport
2 nights accommodation in Moshi

Items not included:

Tips
Meals in Moshi
Personal gear and equipment
Air fare

The ticket cost from Doha to Kilimanjaro airport is around 3600QR
The total estimated cost for the trip will be around 9400QR
Personal equipment is not factored in the cost.

Booking and Confirmation
The number of participants are limited so please contact me as soon as possible for further information. First come first served.

Kilimanjaro is a world renowned trekking route, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable. If there is anyone out there that is interested in experiencing the breath-taking scenery and would like to join me on this adventure along with the friendly locals please contact me for further information. This is a non profit trip, I am not affiliated with any tour agencies or operators.

Hope to hear from you soon,
Mohamed Barakat

Image: Tanzania National Parks