DAY 1: Arusha/Moshi – Machame Gate – Machame Camp (3,000m)

Your adventure begins with a drive from Arusha or Moshi to Kilimanjaro National Park. After completing registration formalities, you will start trekking through lush rainforest filled with giant trees, colorful birds, and wildlife such as the blue colobus monkey.

After 5–6 hours of hiking, you will arrive at Machame Camp where your mountain team (guides, porters, and cook) will welcome you with a warm meal and prepare everything for your overnight stay.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Hiking time: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Rainforest

DAY 2: Machame Camp – Shira Camp (3,840m)

Today’s trek takes you out of the rainforest into the open moorland zone. The landscape changes dramatically, offering incredible views of Mount Meru and Kibo Peak.

You will arrive at Shira Camp in the afternoon, giving you time to relax and enjoy the stunning scenery and fresh mountain air.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hiking time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Moorland

DAY 3: Shira Camp – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m)

This day is important for acclimatization. You will hike to Lava Tower, a volcanic rock formation standing at 4,630 meters. After lunch, you will descend to Barranco Camp.

Barranco Camp is considered one of the most beautiful camps on Kilimanjaro, surrounded by giant senecio plants and spectacular views.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert

DAY 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Valley – Barafu Camp (4,640m)

After breakfast, you will climb the famous Barranco Wall, a fun and exciting scrambling adventure. After reaching the top, the trail continues through Karanga Valley where you will stop for lunch.

Later, you will reach Barafu Camp, your base camp before the summit attempt. You will rest early and prepare for the midnight climb.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
Habitat: Alpine desert

DAY 5: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

Summit day begins shortly after midnight. Guided by headlamps, you will slowly climb to Stella Point and continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.

Witness a spectacular sunrise above the clouds and celebrate reaching the Roof of Africa. After photos and celebration, you will descend to Barafu Camp for lunch and continue to Mweka Camp for overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hiking time: 10–14 hours
Habitat: Arctic

DAY 6: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Arusha/Moshi

After breakfast, you will descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your climbing certificate.

Celebrate with your guides and porters before transferring back to your hotel in Arusha or Moshi.

Meals: Breakfast
Hiking time: 3–4 hours