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Trip start
June 3, 2012
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Moshi
June 3, 2012 in Tanzania ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C
Depart for Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Transfer to Moshi Town, overnight at premium Hotel.
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Miriakamba hut
June 4, 2012 in Tanzania ⋅ ⛅ 9 °C
Moshi to Momella gate (1500m) onto Miriakamba Hut (2500m).
Departed from our hotel in the morning for Momella Gate of Arusha National Park (1,500 m). After park entrance formalities, we began our hike, assited by a park ranger. The track passed open grassland, providing an opportunity to see buffalo, warthogs, giraffe, zebra and other grazers. The trail continued as a steady climb through Montane forest. After lunch, the route continued through less dense forest, where there are
an abundance of birds and black and white Collobus monkeys. By mid-afternoon, we saw towering cliffs and the Ash Cone. We reached Miriakamba Hut (2,514 m), situated in an idyllic grassy glade, in time to enjoy the last of the afternoon sun and beautiful views over the surrounding plains towards Kilimanjaro. (4-6 hours walking). Night in a bunkhouse.Read more
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Climb to Saddle Hut
June 5, 2012 in Tanzania ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
Miriakamba Hut (2500m) to Saddle Hut (3570m).
The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. We slowly ascended through lush Montane forest to reach the halfway point of Elephant Ridge. From here we enjoyed excellent views of the summit ridge and across the crater floor. The path continued through giant heather and other fascinating moorland vegetation to reach Saddle Hut (3,570 m), where lunch was provided (3-5 hours walking). The afternoon is free to relax and to enjoy the views. We then did the short climb to the nearby summit of Little Meru (3,820 m) for superb views just before sunset.Read more
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Little Meru
June 5, 2012 in Tanzania ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
Saddle Hut and Little Meru
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The start to Socialist Peak
June 6, 2012 in Tanzania ⋅ 🌙 3 °C
6 June Day 4: Saddle Hut to Summit (Socialist Peak 4,566m) descent to Miriakamba Hut.
We start early at around 2 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800m), continued along an undulating ridge of ash and rock to reach Cobra Point (4,350 m) at sunrise. The views are stunning: the cliffs of the Crater rim, the Ash Cone rising from the Crater floor, Kilimanjaro floating on the morning clouds and west towards the Rift Valley. Cold as hell.Read more
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The Summit - Socialist Peak
June 6, 2012 in Tanzania ⋅ ⛅ 2 °C
6 June Day 4: Saddle Hut to Summit (Socialist Peak 4,566m) descent to Miriakamba Hut.
We start early at around 2 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800m), continuing along an undulating ridge of ash and rock to reach Cobra Point (4,350 m) at sunrise. The views are stunning: the cliffs of the Crater rim, the Ash Cone rising from the Crater floor, Kilimanjaro floating on the morning clouds and west towards the Rift Valley, if the weather is clear.Read more
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Socialist Peak
June 6, 2012 in Tanzania ⋅ ⛅ 4 °C
The summit
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Moshi
June 7, 2012 in Tanzania ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
Miriakamba Hut - Moshi.
After a good nights rest at Miriakamba Hut we take the direct route down through open grassland and mixed forest, with good chances of seeing wildlife. This trail has excellent views back towards the crater and over the plains of the National Park. We should reach Momella Gate after 2-3 hours walking. Once you reach the end of the climb you will be transferred to your hotel for a celebratory dinner and a welcome shower.Read more
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Trip end
June 7, 2012