Itinerary

1. Day 1: Lemosho Glades to Big Tree Camp

   • Get picked up from your hotel at around 08:00 am and transfer to Lemosho gate located on the western side of Mount Kilimanjaro.

   • After the registration process, start the climb through the forests of the Lemosho glades to reach Big Tree camp, where you will be spending the night.

   Distance covered: 7km/4.3mi
   Approx. time taken: 4 hours
   Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

2. Day 2: Big Tree Camp to Shira 2 Camp

   • Today, you will cover a lot of ground as you trek across a plateau of grassy moorland and volcanic rock formations. Trek through Shira 1 Camp, from where you get to enjoy mesmerizing views of Kibo Peak.

   • Continue the journey to Shira 2 Camp and be prepared for steep climbs. On the way, view the Northern Ice fields from the western side of the mountain with some unique views of Kibo. A steady climb across the moorland of the Shira Plateau will help you in getting acclimatised while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

   Distance covered: 16.5km/10.3mi

   Approx. time taken: 9 - 11 hours

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

3. Day 3: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp

   • Today, your trek starts on an exciting note as you get to witness amazing scenic views of the surroundings.

   • Enjoy walking through the climatic zone of the upland desert and on the lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach.

   • Reach the distinct pinnacle of the Lava Tower (4,640 meters), your high point for the day and a great place to enjoy lunch.

   • In the afternoon, post-lunch, get ready for a steep descent to the campsite, which is located at the base of the Great Barranco Valley (3,960 meters), sheltered by towering cliffs with extensive views of the plains below.

   • Stay overnight at the camp.

   Distance covered: 10km/6.2mi

   Approx. time taken: 7 hours

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

4. Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

   • Start the day with a descent into the Great Barranco, a huge ravine, followed by a steep exit through the Great Barranco Wall, which divides this site from the southeastern slopes of Kibo.

   • Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, head towards the Karanga valley. From here, climb steeply up from Karanga valley to Karanga camp (3,963 meters).

   • For those who want to get more of trekking and hiking, there is a mid-afternoon acclimatisation trek up to 4,200 meters.

   • As the dusk falls, return to the camp for an overnight stay.

   Distance covered: 5.5km/3.4mi

   Approx. time taken: 5 hours

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

5. Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

   • After breakfast, set out for a walking tour to Barafu camp located at 4,640 meters. The challenging climb will take you across some desolate and scree slopes with almost no vegetation.

   • Upon arrival at the camp, have lunch and relax in the afternoon.

   • In the evening, get ready for an early dinner and retire for the day as you will have to wake up again late in the night for the trek.

   Distance covered: 3 km/1.9 mi

   Approx. time taken: 3 hours

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

6. Day 6: Summit to Uhuru Peak

   • Start off at around midnight, and climb steeply up to the summit glaciers. Be prepared as you will be gaining significant altitude over a very short horizontal distance.

   • Land on the crater rim at Stella Point (5,739 meters) as the sun begins to rise. After a steep climb, you will be rewarded with spectacular views of ice cliffs within the crater and the jagged Mawenzi peak.

   • After walking for an hour, you will finally reach the summit, Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters). Enjoy a bird's-eye view of the surrounding beauty and relish the freshness of nature.

   • After spending some time at the top, start descending to Barafu Camp via Stella Point for breakfast with your Kilimanjaro trekking guide.

   • After breakfast, head to Millennium Camp for a well-earned rest.

   Distance covered: 13.4 km/8.3mi

   Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

7. Day 7: Trek Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate

   • As the dawn breaks, get ready for a gentle trek down to Mweka Gate, where you will complete the park formalities and receive certificates.

   • Get aboard the vehicles and return to your hotel in Moshi.

   End of the tour.

   Distance covered: 12.1 km/7.5 mi

   Approx. time taken: 6 hours

   Meals: Breakfast & lunch