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"I would like to thank Jerry (tour organiser) and my safari driver, James for making my Kenyan safari a fantastic one and full of African experience. James is an expect! He knows the animals and how to find them and where. He knows their tracks on the ground as well as the birds. He is a courteous driver guide and very helpful. Always on time and has a sharp eye for game and birds and other residents in the parks. Thanks again to the whole os Shades of Africa team for making my trip so wonderful!! "

Chris Herrman

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Kilimanjaro Trek Marangu Route

The easiest and most popular route to the summit, Marangu is classified as a moderate trek rather
than a climb. It is suitable for those adventurers
who are not particularly experienced in the mountains. Accommodation is in mountain huts.

DAY 1
Departing from USA and connecting Via London.

DAY 2
Arrive Kilimanjaro International Airport in the evening. You will be met with the Shades of Africa Tour Guide OR Airport representative and be transferred to the Mountian Inn for dinner and overnight. Mountian Inn (Bed and Breakfast)

DAY 3
After the breakfast at the Mountain Inn, you will be briefed about Mount Kilimanjaro and equipment check. Your Shades of Africa driver / guide will drive you to Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (5,900 feet). Expert mountain guides and porters join your group for today’s easy first-day ascent of three to four hours walking through rainforest. Overnight at Mandara Hut (9,000 feet)

DAY 4
Leave the forest and cross moorland filled with high heather. Today consists of about five to six hours walking. Overnight at Horombo Hut (12,500 feet)

DAY 5
Ascend past the last water landmark, walking on the lunar landscape saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks. The road gets rougher and the mountain steeper. You’ve clocked another six hours walking this day. Overnight at Kibo Hut (15, 500 feet)

DAY 6
Rise early to reach the summit. Walk up steep and heavy scree to reach Gillman’s Point (18,640 feet) and see the sun rise over Africa. In just two more hours you will reach Uhuru Peak (19,340 feet) the highest point on the continent. Then it’s straight down back to Horombo. A total of about 12 hours walking today. Horombo Hut (12,500 feet)

DAY 7
Descend to Marangu Park Gate (five to six hour trek) where your Shades of Africa Guide will meet you. Transfer to lodge. Mountian Inn (Bed and Breakfast)

DAY 8
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home or a safari/beach extension.

We recommend the following extensions that can be added to your trip or safari!

Please click on the Extentions for more information:

3 Nights Mombasa Island / Beach          US$ 875 per person sharing

Tanzania's Big Three          US$ 2,298 per person sharing

Zanzibar Island / Stone town          US $1,181 per person sharing

PRICING

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Kilimanjaro Trek Marangu: 2010 Pricing
DEPARTURE / RETURN (FROM USA OR CANADA)	LAND PRICE (P/P)	LAND & AIR PRICE ( P/P)
January	$	$
February	$	$
March	$ 1190	$ inquire
April	$ 1190	$ inquire
May	$ 1190	$ inquire
June	$ 1150	$ inquire
July	$ 1190	$ inquire
August	$ 1190	$ inquire
September	$ 1190	$ inquire
October	$ 1150	$ inquire
November	$ 1190	$ inquire
December	$ 1190	$ inquire
All prices shown are in US dollars ** SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT US$ 71 Shades of Africa air supplement: NY/Newark-London-Nairobi Roundtrip Economy Class airfare from $1250. All air quotes are subject to change and carry penalties and surcharges. Flight confirmation is based upon availability. Add on fares available from other cities. Business Class fares available. High season supplements apply. Taxes not included. Dates shown are guaranteed, but other departures can be arranged for any day of the year. *Holiday is Easter, Christmas and or New Year PRICES ABOVE INCLUDE > Accommodations for all lodges on climb. > Guides and porters fees. > Guaranteed departure. > All meals provided in Africa. > All entrance fees for the trek. > Arrival and departure transfers by our professional English speaking driver guide > Shades of Africa representative will meet and escort you at all transfers, help you exchange money, escort to all hotels, > Orientation briefing on the first day before the climb. > Services of the Flying Doctors. > Shades of Africa Safari Kit: safari hat, passport wallet to hold passport/itinerary/tickets.
Disclaimer: All Pricing and Itineraries are subject to confirmation!

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