Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town. Later, your mountain guide will conduct a detailed trek briefing and a full equipment check to ensure you have all the required gear for the climb. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Distance covered: 7 km
Approximate time taken: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

After an early breakfast at the hotel, you will drive for about 2 hours from Moshi (910m) to Londorossi Park Gate (2100m). After registration, the guides and porters will organize and load supplies. The trek then begins through dense rainforest, rich with vegetation and wildlife. The day ends at Mti Mkubwa Camp, where your tent will be set up and ready upon arrival. Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp (2650m).

Distance covered: 7 km
Approximate time taken: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Rainforest / Moorland
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

After breakfast, the trail gradually climbs out of the rainforest and opens into wide moorland covered with grass, heather, and scattered volcanic rocks. Some sections are moderately steep, rewarding you with impressive views of Kibo Peak and the Shira Plateau. Overnight at Shira I Camp (3600m).

Distance covered: 10 km
Approximate time taken: 4 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

This is a relatively short and gentle day. The trail crosses the Shira Plateau, offering panoramic views of Kibo and the northern ice fields. Upon arrival at Shira II Camp, you will enjoy a hot lunch. In the afternoon, there will be tea followed by a short acclimatization walk before returning to camp for dinner and overnight.

Distance covered: 10 km
Approximate time taken: 6 hours
Habitat: Alpine desert
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

The landscape changes dramatically as you leave the moorland and enter the alpine desert. The route climbs to Lava Tower (4600m) before descending to Barranco Camp (3900m). This descent takes approximately 3 hours and provides excellent photo opportunities of the Western Breach and the Barranco Wall. The camp sits in a scenic valley beneath the wall, offering a spectacular sunset before dinner and overnight at Barranco Camp.

Distance covered: 6 km
Approximate time taken: 4 hours
Habitat: Alpine desert
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

After breakfast, you will tackle the famous Barranco Wall, climbing to approximately 4200m. This enjoyable and rewarding ascent offers incredible views and leads toward the area near the Heim Glacier. The trek continues to Karanga Camp (4000m), where you will arrive in time to rest and relax. Overnight at Karanga Camp.

Distance covered: 4 km
Approximate time taken: 3 hours
Habitat: Alpine desert
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Following breakfast, the trail ascends steadily toward Barafu Camp. Along the way, you will enjoy clear views of both Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. Upon arrival at Barafu Camp (4640m), lunch will be served followed by an extended rest period in preparation for summit night. Dinner is served early, and you will rest before waking around midnight for the summit attempt.

Distance covered: 20 km
Approximate time taken: 14 hours
Habitat: Glacier / Moorland / Rainforest
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Around midnight, you will wake up for a light snack of tea and biscuits before beginning the summit climb. The ascent over scree takes about 4–5 hours and gains significant altitude in a short distance. You should reach Stella Point (5756m) at sunrise, where breathtaking views await. From there, it is approximately 1 hour to Uhuru Peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa. After photos at the summit, you will descend back to Barafu Camp for lunch and a short rest, then continue down to Mweka Camp (3100m) for dinner and overnight.

Distance covered: 10 km
Approximate time taken: 3 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Meal: Breakfast and lunch included

You will descend through the lush montane rainforest to Mweka Gate, a walk of approximately 3 hours. At the gate, park formalities are completed and you will receive your summit certificates. A vehicle will then transfer you back to your hotel in Moshi, where a hot shower and celebrations await.

Later in the evening or the following day, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. Alternatively, we can arrange a cultural tour or safari to Tanzania’s top destinations, including Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park & Zanzibar.