Itinerary

1. Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Shira 1 Camp

   • You have a long trek ahead today on a small trail, passing through the rainforest. As you ascend, the forest gradually thins out, and the landscape becomes more dry and bare. On the moorland, you will find lobelia and ericas dotting the landscape. 

   • Pass the Shira ridge before reaching Shira Camp 1 after 4 to 5 hours. 

   • Enjoy an evening meal, and with a little bit of luck, you will be able to see the summit basking in the orange glow of the sunset. 

2. Day 2: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

   • Depart from Shira 1 Camp (3,505 m) and indulge in a light trekking pace towards the second high altitude camp: Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m). This trek is not difficult, and you will be able to enjoy spectacular views of Africa and the unique flora of Kilimanjaro and the surrounding area.

   • Shira 2 Camp is the best place on the trip to see Mount Meru (the fifth summit of Africa), weather permitting. When you arrive at camp, you will have lunch, and after a two-hour rest, complete an acclimatisation hike towards Lava Tower Camp that features a 200-meter gain in altitude. 

3. Day 3: Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

   • After breakfast, leave Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m) and start on your way to the key point of the route: Lava Tower (4,630 m). This section of the route has a lot of ascents and descents that end in a camp at over 4,600 meters. It might be difficult, and you may feel some discomfort, but in order to successfully acclimate to the altitude, you have to spend at least 1 to 2 hours here, so this is where lunch will be.

   • Then, descend to Barranco Camp (3,960 m). Here you can see the famous Barranco Wall, impressive in both its massive size and steepness! 

4. Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

   • Wake up early, grab some breakfast and start summiting the Barranco Wall (we recommend you leave the camp as early as possible to avoid crowds of the other groups). Hiking up the gorge wall is not difficult and only takes around an hour.

   • After the climb, you can rest and take photos in front of the Kibo volcano. Then, start a more difficult hike to Karanga Camp, which features numerous ascents and descents during the route, but don't worry: your guides are experts at choosing an optimal pace for the group.

   • After reaching the camp, you will be offered warm lunch and post rest, complete ascend to Barafu Camp (4,640 m) where you will be served a hot dinner. It is better to spend the remainder of the day resting and sleeping before night summiting.

5. Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

   • In the morning, begin on your way to Barafu Summit Camp (4,640 m), the starting point for a night summiting Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). The team will set up a camp for you ahead of time, for you to relax.

   • After regaining strength, you complete an acclimatisation hike towards the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp (4,800 m) and then back to Barafu Camp, where you will be served a hot dinner.

   • It is better to spend the remainder of the day resting and sleeping before night summiting.

6. Day 6: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Millenium Camp

   • Depart from Barafu Camp (4,640 m) at night and start summiting Kilimanjaro: Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Technically the climb is relatively simple; however, the most challenging part is the high altitude.

   • Each pair of climbers will get a personal guide for the entire ascent to monitor your physical and mental conditions.

   • After your successful ascent to Uhuru Peak, you can descend to the nearest glacier if desired.

   • Then, return to Barafu Camp, and after a 2-hour rest, continue your descent to Millennium Camp (3,820 m).

7. Day 7: Millenium Camp to Mweka Gate

   • The camp is situated in a tropical rainforest. When you wake up, you will feel relief from the reduction of the height and the satisfaction of reaching the summit.

   • After a warm breakfast, you will head for the park's exit: Mweka Gate (1,650 m). After your descent, the whole group will gather to congratulate you, followed by offering you a chance to share your opinions on the climb in the guestbook.

   • Lastly, you will be presented with your commemorative certificates.

   • Head back to your hotel.

8. Day 8: Optional Day

   • Spend an extra day at Mti Mkubwa Camp (2780m) for better acclimatisation.