• Altitude: 1,640m (Moshi) / 1,800m (Arusha) → 2,835m (Machame Camp)
• Distance: 11 km
• Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
• Habitat: Rainforest

Itinerary:

• After an early breakfast, your guide will brief you about the climb.
• Drive from Moshi (1.5 hrs) / Arusha (2.5 hrs) to Machame Gate (1,800m).
• Complete park registration and begin the trek through the lush rainforest.
• Expect muddy trails, giant ferns, and Colobus monkeys.
• Reach Machame Camp (2,835m), where you will have dinner and overnight stay.

• Altitude: 2,835m → 3,850m
• Distance: 5 km
• Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
• Habitat: Moorland

Itinerary:

• Start with a steep ascent as the forest transitions to moorland.
• Views of Kilimanjaro’s peak and Shira Plateau emerge.
• Pass rocky ridges and lava formations before reaching Shira Camp (3,850m).
• Acclimatization walk in the evening before dinner.

• Altitude: 3,850m → 4,630m (Lava Tower) → 3,960m (Barranco Camp)
• Distance: 10 km
• Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
• Habitat: Alpine Desert & Moorland

Itinerary:

• The trek starts with a gentle ascent, moving into the alpine desert.
• Reach Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization, stopping for lunch.
• Descend into the Barranco Valley (3,960m), surrounded by massive cliffs.
• Arrive at Barranco Camp, one of the most scenic campsites, with views of the Great Barranco Wall.

• Altitude: 3,960m → 4,035m
• Distance: 5 km
• Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
• Habitat: Moorland & Alpine Desert

Itinerary:

• Begin with an exciting climb up Barranco Wall (not technical but steep).
• Trek through undulating terrain with breathtaking views.
• Pass through the Karanga Valley, where fresh water is available.
• Arrive at Karanga Camp (4,035m) for rest and acclimatization.

• Altitude: 4,035m → 4,673m
• Distance: 4 km
• Hiking Time: 3–5 hours
• Habitat: Alpine Desert

Itinerary:

• A short but steep climb to Barafu, the final camp before the summit.
• Traverse an exposed ridge with strong winds.
• Arrive at Barafu Camp (4,673m) in the early afternoon.
• Rest, hydrate, and prepare for summit night.

• Altitude: 4,673m → 5,895m (Uhuru Peak) → 3,100m (Mweka Camp)
• Distance: 17 km
• Hiking Time: 12–15 hours
• Habitat: Arctic, then Moorland

Itinerary:

• Midnight departure for the summit attempt.
• Trek in freezing conditions via Stella Point (5,756m), then push to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa.
• Enjoy the breathtaking sunrise over the glaciers and take memorable photos.
• Begin descent to Mweka Camp (3,100m) for a well-earned rest.

• Altitude: 3,100m → 1,640m
• Distance: 10 km
• Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
• Habitat: Rainforest

Itinerary:

• Enjoy a leisurely descent through the lush rainforest.
• Arrive at Mweka Gate (1,640m) for certificates and celebration.
• Transfer back to Moshi or Arusha, where you can relax after an incredible achievement.