Kilimanjaro Marathon (trip)

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Kilimanjaro Marathon

  • Kilimanjaro Airport, Arusha, Tanzania
  • Active & Adventure
“The kilimanjaro trek was incredible. My guide was professional and always friendly, the porters and cook were great, and I… ”
Machame route , Marangu route , Rongai route , Lemosho route , Shira route , Moshi , Arusha , , Tanzania, Africa

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from $4,995* per person17 DaysYear-round
Basic accommodations Exertion level: 7
Operator: Adventures Within Reach 12 people max
The next Kilimanjaro Marathon is scheduled for February 27, 2011. There is a full marathon, a half-marathon, and 5k fun run, so there is something for everyone.

The course starts and ends in the town of Moshi and goes uphill towards Mt. Kilimanjaro (from 2600 feet / 800 meters up to about 3700 feet / 1120 meters).?Racers have amazing views as they run through local villages, farms, banana and coffee plantations, and forests with lots of local villagers to cheer you on.?The race is fully supported with water/aid stations and medical support.?The finish is the Moshi Stadium with bands, spectators, and lots of prizes to welcome you back.

To round out your marathon experience, add a Kilimanjaro trek and safari.?March is a fantastic time to visit Tanzania.?The migration is typically in the southern Serengeti or northern Ngorongoro area, so it is easy to get to, and the weather is usually warm and sunny.

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Machame route , Marangu route , Rongai route , Lemosho route , Shira route , Moshi , Arusha , , Tanzania, Africa

3 testimonials about this trip

  1. Reviewer: Hillary located in Hamden, CT USA
    The kilimanjaro trek was incredible. My guide was professional and always friendly, the porters and cook were great, and I had a fabulous time. My guide Fred was great - as I was a single hiker, he always made me feel comfortable, and taught me a bit of swahili. He even carried my day pack on summit day, and once when it rained, he insisted on hiking next to me holding an umbrella over my head - I really enjoyed hiking with Fred. Meeting up with Barbara in Moshi was really nice too! My flights and transfers were flawless. My communications with Barbara and other staff before the trip were great - I felt like whenever I had a question and emailed it to AWR, I got a response immediately, which I really appreciated.
  2. Reviewer: Barry located in Calgary, Alberta Canada
    We had an incredible time in Tanzania, and really enjoyed ourselves. The trek up Kilimanjaro proved to be more difficult than anticipated only due to the weather (rain for 2 days), but we made it up to the summit. The safari was the highlight of the trip. We saw the top five, our accomodations were outstanding, the ballon ride was excellent, but our guide Wambura was THE BEST!!! He over exceeded our expectations with his service, knowledge of Tanzania, and made the safari a real enjoyable time for both of us.
    Meeting people from around the world on the Kilimanjaro trek and on safari. I can't say enough about Wambura. Listening to him tell us stories of his previous safari trips, Tanzania history, all about the animals, etc etc....we miss him already! One porter named Nuru (hopefully spelled correctly). He served us food, brought us hot water, helped us with our tent when is was getting really wet from all the rain, but stepped up big time in helping me clean my boots when I had a mishap involving stepping in an old outhouse pit at one of the camps on Kilimanjaro....He was always there to help. if we needed anything.
  3. Reviewer: Chris located in Canterbury, New Zealand
    Outstanding trip. I cannot say enough good things about the team that helped me reach the summit. Kabatsa my guide was an invaluable resource. He was simply outstanding. While my fitness is of a high standard, it is largely due to Kabatsa's professionalism, close monitoring of my well being and climbing ability, as well as his route selection that allowed us to pass every climber who started out before us allowing us to claim first summit of the day on October 13th. Support from chef Mohammed with excellent quality and huge quantity of food as well as support from porter Alisa was also very good. The experience on the mountain was truly exceptional.

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  • Reviewer: Brad and Stacey E. located in Colorado USA, Kenya Safari
    It was wonderful.  I had very high expectations prior to the trip, and I am happy to say that all of my expectations were exceeded.  The staff, accommodations, and food at the camp were fantastic.  The wildlife was amazing.  We saw the "big five" and were fortunate to experience the great migration of wilder beast and zebras into the park.
  • Reviewer: Teresa C. located in Florida USA
    The trip was great! Tibet and Bhutan were fascinating. The Bhutan people are so very wonderful I wanted to bring them back with me, great country. Tibet is so wonderful. Some areas are better than others, but the temples and the whole atmosphere with Buddhism is amazing. We had the best guide ever, and the driver was wonderful. We had a great experience.
  • Reviewer: Roger S. located in Washington D.C. USA.
    The Galapagos is best experienced aboard a larger boat (100-person), and while I took the three night version I recommend the four- or seven-night.  Of course, the three night/four day left me wanting more which is the best sign of a great vacation.  While you may think a larger boat creates crowded situations with lines and congestion, this was not the case at all.  The boat is organized, and there are two trips a day to the islands providing extensive time viewing the animals and feeling Darwinesque.  Yes, the blue footed boobies do have blue feet, and yes, the iguanas do actually swim.  Words do not describe the experience, and pictures do the booby’s feet an injustice.  Do not leave this earth without the experience!

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  • This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive Moshi

Visiting: Moshi

Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to Moshi

    Meals:
    Standard Lodging: Bristol Cottages
    Luxury Lodging: Sal Salinero Hotel

Day 2 : Rest Day

Visiting: Moshi

Rest day - visit the open air market and coffee shops in Moshi or join an optional hike to the Materuni Waterfalls

    Meals: B
    Standard Lodging: Bristol Cottages
    Luxury Lodging: Sal Salinero Hotel

Day 3 : Kilimanjaro Marathon

Visiting: Moshi

Kilimanjaro Marathon

    Meals: B
    Standard Lodging: Bristol Cottages
    Luxury Lodging: Sal Salinero Hotel

Day 4 : Rest Day

Visiting: Moshi

Rest day - visit the open air market and coffee shops in Moshi or join an optional hike to the Materuni Waterfalls

    Meals: B
    Standard Lodging: Bristol Cottages
    Luxury Lodging: Sal Salinero Hotel

Day 5 : Hike Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Visiting: Moshi to Kilimanjaro

The drive from Moshi to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain.

We now leave the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. At lower elevations, the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.

--1,830m to 3,100m

--6,000ft to 10,200ft

--Distance: 18km

Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

Habitat: Montane Forest

    Meals: BLD
    Budget Lodging: Camping

Day 6 : Hike Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Visiting: Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the little valley walking along a steep rocky ridge, covered with heather, until the ridge ends. The route now turns west onto a river gorge. Time for rest, dinner, and overnight at the Shira campsite.

--3,100m to 3,840m

--10,200ft to 12,600ft

--Distance: 9km

--Walking Time: 4-6 hours

--Habitat: Moorland

    Meals: BLD
    Budget Lodging: Camping

Day 7 : Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Visiting: Kilimanjaro

From the Shira Plateau, we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the "Shark's Tooth." Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 4,876m / 15,997 ft. We now continue down to the Barranco Hut at an altitude of 3,860m / 12,664 ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.

--3,840m to 4,630m to 3,860m

--12,600ft to 12,700ft

--Distance: 15 km

--Walking Time: 5-7 hours

--Habitat: Semi-desert

    Meals: BLD
    Budget Lodging: Camping

Day 8 : Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Visiting: Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley (lunch at 4,200m / 13,779 ft), and the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail.

--3,860m to 4,200m

--12,700ft to 13,800ft

--Distance: 7 km

--Hiking Time: 4 hours

--Habitat: Alpine Desert

    Meals: BLD
    Budget Lodging: Camping

Day 9 : Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Visiting: Kilimanjaro

We continue up to the Barafu Hut. You have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.

--4,200m to 4,600m

--13,800 ft to 15,100ft

--Distance: 6 km

--Hiking Time: 4 hours

--Habitat: Alpine Desert

    Meals: BLD
    Budget Lodging: Camping

Day 10 : Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut

Visiting: Kilimanjaro

Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point (5,685m / 18,652 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting).

From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all they way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit. It can be very cold at night at these elevations, but it will be quite warm by the end of the hiking day. You will want clothing for both extremes with you.

From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You will want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon.

Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

--4,600m to 5,895m (and down to 3,100m)

--15,100ft to 19,300ft (and down to 10,200ft)

--Distance: 7km ascent / 23km descent

--Hiking Time:6- 8 hours ascent / 7-8 hours descent

--Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit

    Meals: BLD
    Budget Lodging: Camping

Day 11 : Mweka Camp to Moshi

Visiting: Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).

From the gate, continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. Don't forget to tip your guides and porters. It is time for celebration!

    Meals: BL
    Standard Lodging: Bristol Cottages

Day 12 : Moshi to Lake Manyara Game Drive

Visiting: Moshi, Lake Manyara

Drive 3-4 hours from Moshi to Lake Manyara, lunch enroute. Afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara.

    Meals: LD
    Budget Lodging: Twiga Camp
    Standard Lodging: Lake Manyara Hotel or Tarangire Safari Lodge
    Luxury Lodging: Lake Manyara Serena or E Unoto Retreat Luxury Lodge or Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Day 13 : Serengeti Game Drive

Visiting: Serengeti

Drive 3-4 hours to the Serengeti. Afternoon game drive around the Seronera area.

    Meals: BLD
    Budget Lodging: Seronera Campsite
    Standard Lodging: Seronera Wildlife Lodge or Lobo Wildlife Lodge
    Luxury Lodging: Serengeti Serena Lodge or Sopa Lodge

Day 14 : Serengeti Game Drive

Visiting: Serengeti

Full day game drive in Serengeti, lunch boxes at Visitor's Center.

    Meals: BLD
    Budget Lodging: Seronera Campsite
    Standard Lodging: Seronera Wildlife Lodge or Lobo Wildlife Lodge
    Luxury Lodging: Serengeti Serena Lodge or Sopa Lodge

Day 15 : Serengeti Game Drive and Cultural Visits

Visiting: Serengeti, Ngorongoro

Drive Serengeti to Ngorongoro with game drive en route. Optional visits to the Olduvai Gorge and Maasai village.

    Meals: BLD
    Budget Lodging: Simba Camp
    Standard Lodging: Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge
    Luxury Lodging: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or Sopa Lodge

Day 16 : Ngorongoro Game Drive

Visiting: Ngorongoro, Moshi

Morning game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. Afternoon, return to Moshi via Mto Wa Mbu and Arusha.

    Meals: BL
    Standard Lodging: Bristol Cottages
    Luxury Lodging: Sal Salinero Hotel

Day 17 : Departure

Visiting: Moshi

Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport, depart

    Meals: B

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