Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), there will be a pick up private transfer waiting to the hotel in Moshi. All airport transfers are the part of the package, no extra fee is required. We will gather in the evening for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check. We will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance. Meal Plan: Breakfast Hotel based on Bed and Breakfast Read more

Hotel in Moshi, 1 night

The day begins with a long drive to Londrossi Park Gate (2100 m) for registration. Pass through village communities to the trailhead to start hiking on the route along a narrow forest path to reach Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) campsite (2800 m). Trekking Time: 2-3 hours ⎟Distance: 5 km ⎟Altitude Gain: 411 m Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camp at Big Tree, 1 night

Leaving the forest, the trail gets steeper as it enters the moorland zone towards the valley. A gentle grade walk takes you across the high altitude Shira Caldera past Shira Cave (views of Arrow glacier) at 3500 m and then gently downwards to Shira Hut 1 located near a stream on the Shira Plateau. Trekking Time: 3 hours ⎟Distance: 8 km ⎟Altitude Gain: 719 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camp at Shira Hut 1, 1 night

We explore the Shira Plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. Then we divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a little-used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira Plateau is one of the highest plateaus on earth. Elevation: 11,500 ft to 13,800 ft, Distance: 11 km, Hiking Time: 5-7 hours,Habitat: Heath Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Read more

Camp at Moir Hut,1 night

We begin the day climbing up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization. Elevation: 13,800 ft to 15,190 ft, Distance: 7 km, Hiking Time: 4-5 hours, Habitat: Alpine Desert Lava Tower to Barranco Camp. Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft,Distance: 3 km,Hiking Time: 2-3 hours,Habitat: Alpine Desert Trekking Time: 6-7 hours ⎟Distance: 10 km ⎟Altitude Gain: 60 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camp-Barranco Camp, 1 night

Start the day by descending into the start of the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. Then exit steeply, up what has been termed the Breakfast Wall, which divides you from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It is a climb over rocks, although not technical. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, head towards the Karanga Valley (4000 m) for overnight. Trekking Time: 4-6 hours ⎟Distance: 5 km ⎟Altitude Gain: 100 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Read more

Camp-Karanga Valley, 1 night

The day is characterized by a short hike on terrain formed by scree. Walkthrough arid land towards Barafu Camp (4600 m) where you have the entire afternoon to rest before ascending towards the summit. Trekking Time: 2-4 hours ⎟Distance: 4 km ⎟Altitude Gain: 600 m. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Read more

Camp at Barafu Camp , 1night

During normal morning hours, we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. We ascend for several hours at a slow but steady pace while taking frequent, but short, breaks. The trail turns into heavy scree as we make the steep climb to the crater rim. At Stella Point (18,900 ft), we see the summit sign in the distance. We continue the around the crater rim until finally we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. We then descend a short distance to Crater Camp, where the rest of the staff will join us to set up camp. There is an option to hike to Reutsch Crater and the ash pit, or simply explore the areas around Furtwangler Glacier. Sleeping at this high altitude can be dangerous. Serious AMS can develop if adequate altitude acclimatization has not been achieved so the guides will monitor you very closely. Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft, Distance: 5 km, Hiking Time: 7-8 hours, Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Crater Camp Elevation: 19,341 ft to 18,865 ft, Distance: 1 km, Hiking Time: 0.5-1 hours, Habitat: Artic Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camp at Crater, 1 night

From Crater Camp, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep. Elevation: 18,865 ft to 10,065 ft, Distance: 12 km, Hiking Time: 4-6 hours, Habitat: Artic Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Read more

Camping at Mweka Camp

From Crater Camp, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep. Elevation: 18,865 ft to 10,065 ft, Distance: 12 km, Hiking Time: 4-6 hours, Habitat: Artic Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch Hotel based on Bed and Breakfast Read more

Hotel in Moshi, 1 night

We will transfer you from the hotel to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you will fly back home. if you will have more time you can extend your tour to wildlife safari in the northern circuit to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Manyara, and Zanzibar, but additional cost will be required. Meal Plan: Breakfast Read more