Elevation Gain: 1,200 meters (3,935 feet) Walking Time: 6-7 hours Distance: 9km

After your morning breakfast, you’ll depart Moshi for the Machame Gate, the start of numerous Kilimanjaro climbing routes. The 45-minute journey will take scenic turns off the beaten path, traversing coffee plantations and traditional local villages. After reaching the park gate, our team will assemble all your gear while you register with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities. Meet and get to know the rest of your support team, including our friendly chefs. Then begins your first trekking experience at Machame Camp. Here you’ll venture across spectacular terrain, including tropical rainforests and grasslands, and wild animals. You’ll then stop and admire a view of Mount Kilimanjaro’s mighty summit, Kibo Peak. Meanwhile, your team will be preparing a nice meal the camp is ready for your arrival.

Elevation Gain: 840 meters (2,760 feet) Walking Time: 4-6 hours Distance: 7km

Waking up on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro awaiting the most spectacular stretch of your journey so far. Gather your belongings and plenty of water ready for the jounery ahead. Sudden shifts in the scenery will make you catch your breath: a panorama of lush forest canopies towering above, vast golden savannah plains below, and a sight of the jagged volcanic peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo. You’ll also have gradual exposure to increasingly higher altitudes to help with the acclimatization process. After lunch, you’ll climb the lava-filled Shira Plateau then hike through arid pathways. Watch for the shrinking vegetation the higher you ascend Kilimanjaro, including the exotic Lobelia Deckenii and the Scenecio dwarf shrub. Finish the day at Shira Camp where you’ll rest and recuperate for the next part of your exciting journey.

Elevation Gain: 690 meters (2,264 feet) Walking Time: 6-7 hours Distance: 10km

Get ready for a hike eastwards towards the gorgeous Shira Plateau along ever-steeper terrain. The highlight of your day will be the approach towards Lava Tower, an incredible 300 ft tall volcanic plug that transforms into a looming passageway. Then you’ll take a rapid descent towards the Barranco campsite, famous for being the most scenic one on the route. You’ll set up for the night surrounded by massive valley walls and the stunning Kibo massif. View spectacular glaciers draped with sunlight while you enjoy a hot, steaming meal.

Elevation Gain: 650 meters (2,140 feet) Walking Time: 7-8 hours Distance: 8km

The day before your final ascent is filled with thrilling exploration and adventure. Start the morning with an invigorating 90-minute climb up Barranco Wall, also known as the Breakfast Wall, and down into the gorgeous green territories of the Karanga Valley. Survey spectacular vistas of bleached glaciers and gleaming shards of light then journey near the Heim, Kersten and Decken Glaciers. As the bronzed peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks come into view, you’ll stop and have an energy-dense dinner in preparation for the upcoming push to the summit.

Elevation Gain: 1,295 meters (4,240 feet) Elevation Loss: 2,795 meters (9,170 feet) Walking Time: 14-16 hours Distance: 19km

At midnight, you’ll rise to begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point. Journey amid gleaming glaciers to Stella Point while the sun rises, illuminating the amazing peaks of the summit. Savor the final hours of your unforgettable journey before reaching Uhuru Peak, your final destination. Standing on the rooftop of Africa, you’ll be filled with a sense of exhilaration looking down over the swirling cloudscape and oceans of ice. Celebrate with your team and soak in the atmosphere before returning to Barafu Camp for a hot, steaming breakfast. The day ends with your arrival at Mweka Camp, where you’ll spend the night at the camp.

Elevation Loss: 1,600 meters (5,250 feet) Walking Time: 3-4 hours Distance: 10km

Wake up on your last day on the mountain rested and triumphant—you’ve just conquered Mount Kilimanjaro! After hot breakfast, you’ll be heading towards Mweka Gate through gorgeous forest scenery draped in clouds and mist. Our vehicle will be there to transport you back to Moshi where a hot shower, soft mattress, and fresh set of clothes await.

 Today we will take you to Kilimanjaro Airport, from where you will embark on your flight home. If you’ve chosen to participate in a safari – well, we will be more than happy to arrange that for you.