Itinerary

1. Day 1: Umbwe Gate - Umbwe Camp

   Depart from Moshi and drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. Wait for permit issuance while observing the preparations of various crews. Experience the beautiful rainforest scenery and winding trails. Your guide will provide insights into the local flora, fauna, and wildlife. Be prepared for muddy and slippery conditions in the lower elevations. Gaiters and trekking poles are recommended. The trail follows a ridge through dense montane forest. The camp is nestled among large trees and thick undergrowth.

   Accommodation: Umbwe Camp

2. Day 2: Umbwe Camp - Barranco Camp

   After a restful night and a hearty breakfast, exit the rainforest and continue along a steep ascending path along the Umbwe ridge. Descend slightly to Barranco Camp through the unique and beautiful Senecio Forest.

   Accommodation: Barranco Camp

3. Day 3: Barranco Camp - Karanga Camp

   Start the day by descending into a ravine at the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then, climb the steep, nearly 900 ft cliff, which is non-technical but challenging. From the top of the Barranco Wall, traverse hills and valleys before descending sharply into Karanga Valley. Another steep climb leads to Karanga Camp.

   Accommodation: Karanga Camp

4. Day 4: Karanga Camp - Barafu Camp

   Leave Karanga and join the junction connecting with the Mweka Trail. Continue upward to the rocky section leading to Barafu Hut. At this point, you've completed the Southern Circuit, offering various summit views. Make camp, rest, and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. You'll have views of the Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.

   Accommodation: Barafu Camp

5. Day 5: Barafu Camp - Uhuru Peak

   Begin the climb around midnight. Ascend the frozen volcanic dust using headlamps, heading toward Stella Point on the crater rim (approximately six hours). Witness the sunrise as you arrive at Stella Point. A short trek from there takes you to the highest point of the crater: Uhuru Peak. Enjoy a brief break for photos and celebrations before descending the steep and dusty slope. Stop for a tea break at Barafu and continue downhill for about three hours to Mweka Camp (3080 m), your overnight stop.

   Accommodation: Uhuru Peak

6. Day 6: Mweka Camp - Mweka Gate

   After breakfast at Mweka Camp, begin your descent through the lush rainforest. The trail winds gradually downhill through lower altitudes, leading to the Mweka Park Gate, where you'll receive your summit certificates. Bid farewell to the mountain, and a vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi/Arusha.

7. Day 7: Moshi - Arusha

   In the early morning, you'll be picked up by a Kitano Tours and Safari driver who will drive you to Arusha. Upon arriving in Arusha, you'll be smoothly transferred to your hotel, giving you time to rest and enjoy the atmosphere, preparing for your Tanzania safari the next day.

8. Day 8: Arusha - Tarangire National Park

   Early in the morning after breakfast, your driver will take you to Arusha and then to Tarangire National Park. Here, you'll explore the park known for its diverse bird species and abundant wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongoose, buffaloes, and baboons. After your wildlife viewing adventure, enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the camp.

   Overnight at Manyara/Mto wa Mbu

9. Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater - Moshi/Arusha

   On the last day of your safari, have an early morning breakfast at Tarangire National Park. After breakfast, begin your descent to the crater floor. Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera. You can view a wide range of animals, including lions, African elephants, buffalo, black rhinos, hippos, hyenas, cheetahs, and wildebeests. After enjoying a game drive in the crater, you'll be driven back to Arusha.