Dennis kimario's Posts - Tripatini2024-03-29T00:51:00Zdennis kimariohttps://frugalnomads.ning.com/profile/denniskimariohttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/65777023?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://frugalnomads.ning.com/profiles/blog/feed?user=3hgcuiubobin0&xn_auth=noSTEP TO KILI IS WELCOME YOU IN TANZANIAtag:frugalnomads.ning.com,2016-11-17:3169359:BlogPost:6470832016-11-17T21:37:21.000Zdennis kimariohttps://frugalnomads.ning.com/profile/denniskimario
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<p>We are a specialist Tanzanian tour company offering bespoke experiences of Tanzania from the lofty heights of Kilimanjaro to the endless plains of the Serengeti and exotic beaches of Zanzibar.</p>
<p>Travel in comfort with security and confidence. Our goal is simple; we want you to experience the best landscapes of our country, meet and enjoy the warm hospitality of locals and ultimately have the best vacation experience in Tanzania.</p>
<p>We understand what it takes to put together a great tour. Our team is professionally qualified and has extensive experience in the travel industry; we know our country and love to share our scenic land, magnificent wildlife and friendly culture with you.</p>
<p>All of our itineraries are custom designed by our team to suit your schedule and budget and we can take care of all your travel requirements. Get in touch with us to start planning your dream safari.</p>
<p>Karibu to Step to Kili.</p>day trip coffe tour in marangutag:frugalnomads.ning.com,2016-06-07:3169359:BlogPost:6370952016-06-07T11:21:35.000Zdennis kimariohttps://frugalnomads.ning.com/profile/denniskimario
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<div class="tour-text"><p>The southern slopes of the volcanic mountains in northern Tanzania offers the best climatic conditions for cultivating coffee and banana because of the fertile soil and water availability. So the local people around these areas grow coffee as their main source of income; we will be visiting a local family who will take us through the process of preparing coffee from the berries harvested up to a freshly brewed cup of organic coffee served to you. Thereafter, we…</p>
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<div class="tour-text"><p>The southern slopes of the volcanic mountains in northern Tanzania offers the best climatic conditions for cultivating coffee and banana because of the fertile soil and water availability. So the local people around these areas grow coffee as their main source of income; we will be visiting a local family who will take us through the process of preparing coffee from the berries harvested up to a freshly brewed cup of organic coffee served to you. Thereafter, we will take a nature walk through the coffee farms to the waterfalls.<a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/73897884?profile=original"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/73897884?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="750"/></a></p>
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<div class="tour-text"><p>The southern slopes of the volcanic mountains in northern Tanzania offers the best climatic conditions for cultivating coffee and banana because of the fertile soil and water availability. So the local people around these areas grow coffee as their main source of income; we will be visiting a local family who will take us through the process of preparing coffee from the berries harvested up to a freshly brewed cup of organic coffee served to you. Thereafter, we…</p>
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<div class="tour-text"><p>The southern slopes of the volcanic mountains in northern Tanzania offers the best climatic conditions for cultivating coffee and banana because of the fertile soil and water availability. So the local people around these areas grow coffee as their main source of income; we will be visiting a local family who will take us through the process of preparing coffee from the berries harvested up to a freshly brewed cup of organic coffee served to you. Thereafter, we will take a nature walk through the coffee farms to the waterfalls.<a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/73897884?profile=original"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/73897884?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="750"/></a></p>
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<p>Travel in comfort with security and confidence. Our goal is simple; we want you to experience the best landscapes of our…</p>
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<div class="span6"><p>We are a specialist Tanzanian tour company offering bespoke experiences of Tanzania from the lofty heights of Kilimanjaro to the endless plains of the Serengeti and exotic beaches of Zanzibar.</p>
<p>Travel in comfort with security and confidence. Our goal is simple; we want you to experience the best landscapes of our country, meet and enjoy the warm hospitality of locals and ultimately have the best vacation experience in Tanzania.</p>
<p>We understand what it takes to put together a great tour. Our team is professionally qualified and has extensive experience in the travel industry; we know our country and love to share our scenic land, magnificent wildlife and friendly culture with you.</p>
<p>All of our itineraries are custom designed by our team to suit your schedule and budget and we can take care of all your travel requirements. Get in touch with us to start planning your dream safari.</p>
<p><em>Karibu to Step to Kili.</em></p>
</div>HIKING KILIMANJARO MOUNTAIN TANZANIA.. WWW.STEPTOKILI.COMtag:frugalnomads.ning.com,2016-06-06:3169359:BlogPost:6373662016-06-06T22:44:39.000Zdennis kimariohttps://frugalnomads.ning.com/profile/denniskimario
<p>Day 1: Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Machame Gate, Hike to Machame Camp</p>
<p>Drive from Moshi to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate takes about 45 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain.</p>
<p>We depart 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…</p>
<p>Day 1: Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Machame Gate, Hike to Machame Camp</p>
<p>Drive from Moshi to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate takes about 45 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain.</p>
<p>We depart 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.</p>
<p>Elevation: 1800m/6000ft to 3000m/9842ft<br/> Distance: 11km/7mi<br/>
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours<br/>
Habitat: Montane Forest</p>
<p>Day 2: Hike Machame Camp to Shira Camp</p>
<p>After breakfast we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite.</p>
<p>Elevation: 3000m/9842ft to 3840m/12,598ft<br/> Distance: 5km/3mi<br/>
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours<br/>
Habitat: Moorland</p>
<p>Day 3: Hike Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp</p>
<p>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" (elev 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes to the Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp. Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.</p>
<p>Elevation: 3840m/12,598ft to 3950m/12,959ft<br/> Distance: 10km/6mi<br/>
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours<br/>
Habitat: Semi-Desert</p>
<p>Day 4: Hike Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp</p>
<p>From Barranco camp, you climb up through the edge of great Barranco Wall. It’s a tough morning climb on a steep trail, but once you reach the top, the views are very rewarding. Dinner and overnight at Karanga camp.</p>
<p>Elevation: 4100m/13,451ft to 4600m/15,091ft<br/> Distance: 5km/3mi<br/>
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours<br/>
Habitat: Alpine Desert</p>
<p>Day 5: Hike Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp</p>
<p>Today is a shorter climb than the past few days, hiking up to the final camp before your last ascent day to the summit. You must get lots of rest as you will need all your energy for the climb to the roof of africa. Dinner and overnight at Barafu camp.</p>
<p>Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft<br/> Distance: 4km/2mi<br/>
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours<br/>
Habitat: Alpine Desert</p>
<p>Day 6: Hike Barafu Camp to Summit, down to Mweka Camp</p>
<p>Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), 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 you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit.</p>
<p>From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. Once at Uhuru Peak you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa!</p>
<p>From the summit we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.</p>
<p>Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft Down to 3090m/10,150ft<br/> Distance: 5km/3mi up / 13km/8mi down<br/>
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down<br/>
Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit</p>
<p>Day 7: Hike Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, drive to Moshi</p>
<p>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).</p>
<p>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 (about 30 minutes). Don't forget to tip your guides and porters.</p>
<p>Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft<br/> Distance: 10km/6mi<br/>
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours<br/>
Habitat: Forest</p>
<p>Package includes:</p>
<p>Private transport from the hotel to the Park s gate (starting point for the climb), and transport back to the hotel after the climb<br/> Park entry fees<br/>
All camping fees<br/>
Rescue fees (Kilimanjaro Park rescue team fees)<br/>
Government taxes<br/>
Evacuation services<br/>
Friendly and competent Trained Mountain Guides, assistant guides, porters and professional cooks.<br/>
3 full fresh meals daily. We provide fresh food on the mountain in plentiful and well prepared by skilled professional cooks(we also consider your choice of food that you would prefer -Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian). Menu especially designed for climbers.<br/>
Hot drinks on the mountain and Hot water for washing will be provide everyday on the mountain.<br/>
Quality specious tents, sleeping mats, camping tables ,camping chairs and Mess/Dining Tent.(Not applicable on the Marangu route as accommodation is in A-frame huts)<br/>
Supplementary Portable Oxygen and Complete First Aid Kit (used in case of emergency only)<br/>
Pulse oxy-meter carried by all chief guides<br/>
3-4 liters of mineral/treated water (per Climber) provided daily during the climb<br/>
***Portable toilet available at an additional cost (There are public toilets on the mountain)</p>
<p>Do not include:</p>
<p>Items of a personal nature<br/> Tips for guides, porters and cook (average tip is anything from US$200 to US$ 250 per hiker - depending on number of days / how many hikers in the group and route chosen)<br/>
Personal Hiking/Trekking gears (Some Gears are available for Rent)<br/>
Snacks, personal medicine and water purifying tablets<br/>
Meals, drinks and snacks not specified.</p>
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