DAY-1

ARRIVAL AT KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND TRANSFER TO ARUSHA

Program of the Day Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by one of our friendly, kindly, experienced and very politely driver guides. After a short introduction, he will escort you to Arusha for your overnight stay at your reserved hotel/lodge. He will introduce you to this wonderful tourism city and peaceful country. Our partners Weru Weru River Lodge is one of the best affordable luxury hotels with comfortable beds to relax, attractive gardens, and staff with full customer care. If time allows, you will have a short city tour with our driver guide free of charge.

ACTIVITY OF THE DAY: RELAXATION

ACCOMMODATION: KIBO PALACE HOTEL

DAY-2

RONGAI GATE TO SIMBA CAMP

Program of the Day This morning, you will depart for a scenic 2–3 hour drive to the Rongai (Nalemoru) Gate, located near the Kenyan border. After completing the registration formalities, begin your trek through the peaceful montane forest, where you may have the chance to spot wildlife including the lively black-and-white Colobus monkeys. Enjoy lunch along the trail before continuing your gradual ascent to Simba Camp, your first overnight stop on the mountain. This introductory hike offers gentle terrain and stunning natural surroundings, providing an excellent start to your Kilimanjaro adventure.

Details

• Elevation: 1,950 m / 6,398 ft → 2,600 m / 8,530 ft

• Distance: 8 km

• Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

OVERNIGHT: SIMBA CAMP

DAY-3

SIMBA CAMP TO KIKELEWA CAMP

Program of the Day Day two takes you through Kilimanjaro's moorland with views of Mawenzi Peak ahead. The morning is steep and here you may begin to feel the altitude. Explore the first cave before resting over lunch close to the second cave. The afternoon is gentler, contouring across the moorland to camp in a sheltered valley.

Details

• Altitude: 2,600 m (8,528 ft) → 3,600 m (11,811 ft)

• Distance: 10 km

• Hiking Time: 5–6 hours

OVERNIGHT: KIKELEWA CAMP

DAY-4

KIKELEWA CAMP TO MAWENZI TARN HUT

Program of the Day Today you will hike in the morning and rest in the afternoon, to help you acclimatize. The trail is relatively short but steep, and you are rewarded with superb all-around views and a tangible sense of wilderness. The campsite lies below Mawenzi Peak and offers stunning views of both Mawenzi and Kibo.

Details

• Altitude: 3,600 m (11,810 ft) → 4,315 m (14,157 ft)

• Distance: 6 km

• Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

OVERNIGHT: MAWENZI TARN HUT

DAY-5

ACCLIMATIZATION WALK & RETURN TO MAWENZI TARN HUT

Program of the Day This extra day at Mawenzi Tarn is essential for acclimatization. Use this time to hike up toward Mawenzi Peak, which provides a splendid acclimatization opportunity and aids in your body's adjustment to the higher altitude. The hike offers stunning views and helps your body adapt to the thinner air, preparing you for the more demanding stages of your trek. After your hike, return to Mawenzi Tarn to rest and relax.

Details

• Altitude: 4,330 m (14,200 ft) → 4,700 m (15,410 ft)

• Elevation Gain: 370 m / 1,210 ft

OVERNIGHT: MAWENZI TARN HUT

DAY-6

MAWENZI TARN HUT TO KIBO HUTS CAMP

Program of the Day After breakfast, you'll embark on a trek across the vast, barren lunar landscape known as the "Saddle," which stretches between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. The terrain is desolate yet mesmerizing, with rugged vistas and the summit looming ahead in the distance. Though the trail is long, it maintains a gentle incline, allowing for a steady pace as you approach the final stage of your journey. Upon arriving at Kibo Hut, you'll rest and enjoy an early dinner to conserve energy for the summit attempt.

Details

• Altitude: 4,315 m (14,157 ft) → 4,720 m (15,486 ft)

• Distance: 8 km

• Hiking Time: 5–6 hours

OVERNIGHT: KIBO HUTS CAMP

DAY-7

KIBO HUTS TO UHURU PEAK – DESCENT TO HOROMBO HUT

Program of the Day Around midnight, begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. For the next six hours, hike by the light of your flashlight. The ascent to the crater rim is the most challenging part of the entire trek. The trail consists mostly of steep switchbacks, with a rocky section known as Jamaica Rocks to scramble over as you approach the crater rim at Gilman's Point (5,756 m). The hike from Gilman's to Uhuru Peak is a gradual climb and, as far as hikes go, not very difficult. The altitude however makes it feel long and tiring. After summit celebrations descend to Kibo Huts to eat, before continuing down to Horombo Huts to camp. Total trekking time is around 14 hours, so be prepared for a very tough day.

Details

• Altitude: 4,700 m (15,419 ft) → 5,895 m (19,341 ft) → 3,720 m (12,205 ft)

• Distance: 22 km

• Hiking Time: 12–15 hours

OVERNIGHT: HOROMBO HUTS

DAY-8

HOROMBO HUTS TO RONGAI GATE – RETURN TO ARUSHA

Program of the Day Mission accomplished! After breakfast, you'll start your descent through the diverse moorland and lush rainforest zones, making your way back to Rongai Gate. As you trek downward, take in the final views of the landscape and reflect on your accomplishment. Upon reaching the gate, you'll be presented with your well-earned summit certificate as a testament to your achievement. From there, you'll be driven back to Springlands Hotel in Moshi, where a hot meal, a refreshing shower, and a comfortable bed await.

Details

• Altitude: 3,720 m (12,205 ft) → 1,830 m (6,004 ft)

• Distance: 20 km

• Hiking Time: 6–7 hours

ACCOMMODATION: KIBO PALACE HOTEL, ARUSHA