Itinerary

1. Day 1: Moshi to Machame Camp

   • Have breakfast at the hotel and depart from the Machame Gate, to begin the route to Kilimanjaro. Along the way, explore the traditional local villages, coffee plantations and scenic beauty.

   • After reaching the gate, the team will assemble your gears while you register with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities.

   • Meet and get to know the rest of your support team, including our friendly chefs.

   • Begin your first trekking experience at Machame Camp. Catch glimpses of wild animals and exotic plant species as you move through moss-covered forest underpasses.

   • Stop and admire the view of Mount Kilimanjaro’s mighty summit, Kibo Peak.

   Stay overnight in camp.

2. Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp Elevation Gain

   • Wake up on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, gather your gear and plenty amount of water to kick start the day. 
   • Enjoy a panorama of lush forest canopies towering above, vast golden savannah plains below, and a sight of the jagged volcanic peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo.

   • After lunch, climb the lava-filled Shira Plateau to hike the arid pathways.

   • Watch the shrinking vegetation as you ascend higher to Kilimanjaro, including the exotic Lobelia Deckenii and the Scenecio dwarf shrub.

   • Finish the day at Shira Camp, have a rest and recuperate for the next part of your exciting journey.

3. Day 3: Shira to Barranco Camp

   • Encounter the most varied and rewarding stretch so far and get ready to hike eastwards towards the gorgeous Shira Plateau along ever-steeper terrain. 
   • The highlight of your day will be to approach Lava Tower, an incredible 300 ft tall volcanic plug that transforms into a looming passageway. And take a rapid descent towards the Barranco campsite, famous for being the most scenic one on the route.

   • Set up for the night surrounded by massive valley walls and the stunning Kibo massif.

   • View spectacular glaciers draped with sunlight while you enjoy a hot, steaming meal.

4. Day 4: Barranco To Barafu Camp

   • Start your morning with an invigorating 90-minute summit to Barranco Wall, also known as the Breakfast Wall, and down into the gorgeous green territories of the Karanga Valley.
   • Survey the spectacular vistas of bleached glaciers and gleaming shards of light on the journey near the Heim, Kersten and Decken Glaciers.
   • Travel to bronzed peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi for dinner.

5. Day 5: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

   • At midnight, you’ll rise to begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point. Journey amid gleaming glaciers to Stella Point while the sun rises, illuminating the amazing peaks of the summit.

   • Confront the final hours of your unforgettable journey as you stand on the rooftop of Africa,  also you’ll experience a sense of exhilaration looking down over the swirling cloudscape and oceans of ice.

   • Celebrate with your team as you soak in the atmosphere before returning to Barafu Camp for a hot & steaming breakfast.

   • Arrive at the Mweka Camp and enjoy your night under the stars.

6. Day 6: Mweka Camp to Moshi

   • Have breakfast and stroll towards Mweka Gate through gorgeous forest scenery draped in clouds and mist. 
   • Rest and get freshen up, before travelling to Kilimanjaro Airport.