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Kilimanjaro-Experience is a fully licensed operator for Kilimanjaro treks. On this page you can follow our groups in real time with GPS and picture updates.

Kilimanjaro Experience has been operating in East Africa since 2007. Based in Usa River, we are a registered and fully licensed company and ground operator with an operations team, full trekking crews, safari vehicles and only the best equipment. Kilimanjaro-Experience’s team has experienced the mountain themselves, climbed it and conquered their own fears and limitations. With booking agents worl

d-wide and an operational office on site, Kilimanjaro-Experience has the practical knowledge to assist clients in experiencing this highlight of their trip to Africa.

25/11/2024

climb update

Lemosho Route 7 days (22.11. – 28.11)

Day 4: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) to Karanga Camp (4,035 m)

Alexandra , Florian & Stuart crossed the Barranco Wall this morning; our crew always close by to lend a helping hand when navigating the steep ascent. Well done everyone! 🥾👌

ℹ️ Barranco Wall, also known as Breakfast Wall, is probably the steepest section on the entire route. After making their way to the top, climbers and crew cross the Karanga Valley. After a 3-to4-hour hike, they reach Karanga Camp where they will spend the night.

24/11/2024

climb update:

Lemosho Route 7 days (22.11. – 28.11.)

Day 3: Shira Camp 2 (3,900 m) to Lava Tower (4,640m) to Barranco Camp (3,960 m)
Another great day for Alexandra, Florian & Stuart on the highest mountain in Africa ⛰️ 🌤️ Today’s acclimatisation hike ended at one of the most beautiful camps on Kilimanjaro, Barranco Camp.

ℹ️ Today’s focus is acclimatisation: Following the “climb high, sleep low” maxim, our climbers slowly expose their bodies to the higher altitude, increasing their chances for a successful summit. Over the 6-to-7-hour hike, vegetation changes to an alpine desert towards Lava Tower and takes our guests through the Barranco Valley with its lobelia and senecio plants.

24/11/2024

climb update:

Lemosho Route 7 days (22.11. – 28.11.)

Day 2: Big Tree Camp (2,780m) to Shira Camp 2 (3,900 m)

It’s time to continue the trail onwards and upwards! Together with guide and crew, Our guests make their way to Shira Camp 2 today 🌿🥾

ℹ️ A narrow trail leads climbers through the rainforest as vegetation is getting scarcer. Walking through moorland, passing lobelia and erica plants, they finally continue through rolling hills until they reach Shira Camp 1 after about 4 to 5 hours. After a restful lunch break, climbers and crew continue for another 3 hours to Shira 2 Camp, their camp for the night. If the weather permits, you have views across the Shira Plateau and of the Kibo summit along the way.

24/11/2024

climb update:

Lemosho Route 7 days (22.11. – 28.11.)

Day 1: Lemosho Gate (2385 m) to Big Tree Camp (2,780m)

Welcome Alexandra, Florian & Stuart to your 7-day climb to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro along the Lemosho Route! We wish you the best of luck and a safe climb 🔝⛰️

ℹ️ After enjoying a picknick lunch at the edge of the rainforest, our guests start their 2-3 hour walk along a gentle trail. The mountain welcomes them with its lush indigenous scenery and with a bit of luck, guests can even see Colobus Monkeys in the trees. After a short hike, crew and climbers arrive at Big Tree Camp where they spend their first night on Mt Kilimanjaro.

03/11/2024

climb update:

Marangu Route 6 days (28.10. – 02.11.)

Day 5: Kibo Hut (4,700m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Horombo Hut (3,700m)

Congratulations: All our guests Diana & Mario made it to the Roof of Africa – well done on this great achievement. 🔝👏 Thank you to our amazing crew for taking them up and safely back down again!

ℹ️ The summit attempt starts around mid-night to reach Uhuru Peak by sunrise. Passing Hans Meyer Cave (5,220 m), Gilman’s Point (5,681m) on the crater rim and Stella Point (5,730m) the strenuous hike takes climbers to the highest point on the African continent. After enjoying the views on the top, summit crew and climbers hike back to Kibo Hut for a warm meal and some rest, before the descent continues to Horombo Hut.

31/10/2024

climb update

Marangu Route 6 days (28.10. – 02.11.)

Day 4: Horombo Huts (3,700m) to Kibo Hut (4,700m)

A tough day awaited for our guests on their way to Kibo Hut, the base camp for the summit attempt 💪

ℹ️ A long and tough hike takes climbers and crew uphill on a 6-hour long trail across the almost plant-less afro-alpine desert. They reach Kibo Hut in the early afternoon and will try to get some rest, before starting the summit attempt around mid-night to reach Uhuru Peak by sunrise.

31/10/2024

climb update

Marangu Route 6 days (28.10. – 02.11.)

Day 3: Horombo Huts (3,700m) to Zebra Rocks (~4,000m) to Horombo Huts (3,700m)

After a relaxed breakfast, our climbers today hike to Zebra Rocks and back to Horombo Huts again, enjoying the beautiful weather 🦓

ℹ️ The third day on the climb is dedicated to acclimatising to the altitude – walking high and sleeping low assists the body in getting used to lower oxygen levels. Today’s hike takes climbers to a black and white striped rock formation, aptly named Zebra Rocks, and higher up towards the Kibo saddle connecting Mawenzi and Kibo Peaks, before returning to Horombo Hut again.

28/10/2024

climb update:

Marangu Route 6 days (28.10. – 02.11.)

Day 1: Marangu Gate (1,860m) to Mandara Huts (2,700m)

Welcome our guests Diana & Mario to your 6-day climb to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro along the Marangu Route! We wish you the best of luck and a safe climb 🥾⛰️

ℹ️ The first leg of the climb takes our guests through beautiful and lush indigenous rain forest; a picnic lunch is enjoyed along the way. After about 3 hours, climbers reach their first camp on the mountain: Mandara Hut at 2,700m.

28/10/2024

climb update:

Lemosho Route 7 days (23.10. – 29.10.)

Day 5: Barafu Camp (4,640m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,080m)

Congratulations, Gillian & Daniel made it to the Roof of Africa. Well done on this great achievement! 🔝👏 Thank you to our amazing crew for taking them up and safely back down again!

ℹ️ The summit attempt starts around mid-night, while the ground is still frozen, to reach Uhuru Peak by sunrise. By torchlight, climbers make their way through the night and to Stella Point (5,730m) on the crater rim. From here the last stretch takes them to the highest point Uhuru Peak. Enjoying the first sunlight along the way and the celebratory moment at the top, climbers and guides make their way back to Barafu Camp for breakfast and a short rest before descending further to Mweka Camp.

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26/10/2024

climb update

Lemosho Route 7 days (23.10. – 29.10)

Day 4: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) to Karanga Camp (4,035 m)

Gillian & Daniel crossed the Barranco Wall this morning; our crew always close by to lend a helping hand when navigating the steep ascent. Well done everyone! 🥾👌

ℹ️ Barranco Wall, also known as Breakfast Wall, is probably the steepest section on the entire route. After making their way to the top, climbers and crew cross the Karanga Valley. After a 3-to4-hour hike, they reach Karanga Camp where they will spend the night.

25/10/2024

climb update:

Lemosho Route 7 days (23.10. – 29.10.)

Day 3: Shira Camp 2 (3,900 m) to Lava Tower (4,640m) to Barranco Camp (3,960 m)
Another great day for Gillian & Daniel on the highest mountain in Africa ⛰️ 🌤️ Today’s acclimatisation hike ended at one of the most beautiful camps on Kilimanjaro, Barranco Camp.

ℹ️ Today’s focus is acclimatisation: Following the “climb high, sleep low” maxim, our climbers slowly expose their bodies to the higher altitude, increasing their chances for a successful summit. Over the 6-to-7-hour hike, vegetation changes to an alpine desert towards Lava Tower and takes our guests through the Barranco Valley with its lobelia and senecio plants.

23/10/2024

climb update:

Lemosho Route 7 days (23.10. – 29.10.)

Day 1: Lemosho Gate (2385 m) to Big Tree Camp (2,780m)

Welcome Gillian & Daniel to your 7-day climb to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro along the Lemosho Route! We wish you the best of luck and a safe climb 🔝⛰️

ℹ️ After enjoying a picknick lunch at the edge of the rainforest, our guests start their 2-3 hour walk along a gentle trail. The mountain welcomes them with its lush indigenous scenery and with a bit of luck, guests can even see Colobus Monkeys in the trees. After a short hike, crew and climbers arrive at Big Tree Camp where they spend their first night on Mt Kilimanjaro.

11/10/2024

climb update:

Machame Route 6 days (05.10. – 10.10)

Day 6: Mweka Camp (3,080m) to Mweka Gate (1,630m) to Arusha

The last day on the mountain started with a relaxed breakfast and a smile on everyone’s face. The traditional celebration ceremony with guests and mountain crew rings in the end of the climb. 🌿🙌

ℹ️ The last leg of the climb takes our guests on a gentle 2-3 hour descent through rainforest to the Mweka Gate.

09/10/2024

climb update:

Machame Route 6 days (05.10. – 05.10.)

Day 5: Barafu Camp (4,640m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,080m)

Congratulations, Astrid & Wolfram made it to the Roof of Africa. Well done on this great achievement! 🔝👏 Thank you to our amazing crew for taking them up and safely back down again!

ℹ️ The summit attempt starts around mid-night, while the ground is still frozen, to reach Uhuru Peak by sunrise. By torchlight, climbers make their way through the night and to Stella Point (5,730m) on the crater rim. From here the last stretch takes them to the highest point Uhuru Peak. Enjoying the first sunlight along the way and the celebratory moment at the top, climbers and guides make their way back to Barafu Camp for breakfast and a short rest before descending further to Mweka Camp.

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08/10/2024

climb update:

Machame Route 6 days (04.10. – 10.10.)

Day 4: Barranco Camp (3,960m) to Barafu Camp (4,640m)

Astrid & Wolfram crossed the steep Barranco Wall this morning; our crew always close by to lend a helping hand where needed. Well done! They have now reached Barafu Camp, the basecamp for tonight’s summit attempt. 🥾👌

ℹ️ After climbing Barranco Wall, also known as Breakfast Wall, and making their way through the Karanga Valley, our guests and crew will try to get some sleep in the early evening hours before they start the summit attempt around mid-night.

07/10/2024

climb update:

Machame Route 6 days (05.10. – 10.10.)

Day 3: New Shira Camp (3,845m) to Lava Tower (4,640 m) to Barranco Camp (3,960m)

Well-rested our guests Astrid & Wolfram today hiked up to Lava Tower and back down to the beautiful Barranco Camp. With a bit of luck, they enjoy spectacular views of Kibo from camp. ⛰️

ℹ️ Today’s focus is acclimatisation: Following the “climb high, sleep low” maxim, our climbers slowly expose their bodies to the higher altitude, increasing their chances for a successful summit. Over the 6-to-7-hour hike, vegetation changes to an alpine desert towards Lava Tower and takes our guests through the Barranco Valley with its lobelia and senecio plants.

06/10/2024

climb update:

Machame Route 7 days (30.09. – 06.10.)

Day 5: Barafu Camp (4,640m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,080m)

Congratulations, Catherine made it to the Roof of Africa. Well done on this great achievement! 🔝👏 While Ann stopped at 4640 M for safety reason. Thank you to our amazing crew for taking them up and safely back down again!

ℹ️ The summit attempt starts around mid-night, while the ground is still frozen, to reach Uhuru Peak by sunrise. By torchlight, climbers make their way through the night and to Stella Point (5,730m) on the crater rim. From here the last stretch takes them to the highest point Uhuru Peak. Enjoying the first sunlight along the way and the celebratory moment at the top, climbers and guides make their way back to Barafu Camp for breakfast and a short rest before descending further to Mweka Camp.

✔

05/10/2024

climb update:

Machame Route 6 days (05.10. – 10.10.)

Day 1: Machame Gate (1,790m) to Machame Camp (3,010m)

Welcome Astrid & Wolfram to your 6-day climb to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro along the Machame Route! We wish you the best of luck and a safe climb 👍⛰️

ℹ️ On the first day of their climb, our
guests walk through beautiful indigenous mountain rain forest. With a little luck they can even spot the beautiful Colobus Monkey in the trees. After 5 to 6 hours and a picnic lunch along the way, they reach Machame Camp and spend their first night on the mountain at 3010m.

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