8-Day Kilimanjaro Trek Adventure to Uhuru Peak
Highlights
Moshi, Machame, Mount Kilimanjaro
nature, trekking, adventure sports
Group Tour
7 Days
Medium
English, French, German
Description
Trek Mount Kilimanjaro this December and conquer Africa’s highest peak on a guided group adventure. Hike through lush rainforests, moorlands, alpine deserts, and glaciers while following routes like Machame, Marangu, Lemosho, Rongai, and Umbwe. Perfect for solo travelers or small groups, this immersive climb offers certified guides, full mountain support, and the thrill of reaching Uhuru Peak. Experience the ultimate trekking challenge, witness breathtaking landscapes, and create memories on a safe, expertly organized adventure.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Moshi – Welcome and Briefing
Pick-up from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
Transfer to hotel in Moshi.
Pre-climb briefing with certified Kilimanjaro guide.
Equipment check and preparation for trek.
Overnight stay in Moshi.
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Day 2: Machame Gate → Machame Camp – Enter the Rainforest
- Altitude: 1,800m → 2,835m.
- Distance: ~11 km | Hiking Time: 5–7 hours.
- Registration at Machame Gate.
- Trek through lush rainforest, spotting monkeys and tropical birds.
Reach Machame Camp for overnight stay.
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Day 3: Machame Camp → Shira Camp – Moorland and Views
- Altitude: 2,835m → 3,750m.
- Distance: ~5 km | Hiking Time: 4–6 hours.
- Trek uphill through moorland and heather zones.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Mount Meru.
Overnight at Shira Camp.
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Day 4: Shira Camp → Lava Tower → Barranco Camp – Acclimatization and Dramatic Valleys
- Altitude: 3,750m → 4,640m → 3,960m.
- Distance: ~10 km | Hiking Time: 6–8 hours.
- Acclimatization day: ascend to Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco Camp.
- Explore Barranco Valley with giant senecio trees.
Overnight at Barranco Camp.
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Day 5: Barranco Camp → Karanga Camp – Conquer the Barranco Wall
- Altitude: 3,960m → 4,035m.
- Distance: ~5 km | Hiking Time: 4–5 hours.
- Climb the famous Barranco Wall (steep but non-technical).
- Stunning views of glaciers along the way.
Overnight at Karanga Camp.
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Day 6: Karanga Camp → Barafu Camp – Alpine Desert Trek
- Altitude: 4,035m → 4,680m.
- Distance: ~4 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hours.
- Trek through alpine desert landscape.
- Early dinner and rest for midnight summit push.
Overnight at Barafu Camp.
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Day 7: Barafu Camp → Uhuru Peak → Mweka Camp – Summit Day
- Altitude: 4,680m → 5,895m → 3,100m.
- Distance: ~17 km | Hiking Time: 10–14 hours.
- Start midnight climb to Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak (summit of Kilimanjaro).
- Celebrate reaching the Roof of Africa.
Descend to Mweka Camp for overnight stay.
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Day 8: Mweka Camp → Mweka Gate → Moshi – Descent and Celebration
- Altitude: 3,100m → 1,640m.
- Distance: ~10 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hours.
- Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate.
- Collect summit certificate.
- Transfer back to Moshi for rest and reflection on your achievement.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| The Group Size and Price | |
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| 1 to 3 | /group |
| 4 to 10 | /group |
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This is a group tour |
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