Itinerary

1. Day 1: Lemosho Glades (2385m) to Big Tree Camp (2780m)

   • Pick up from your hotel at around 08:00am and transfer to the Lemosho Gate on the western side of Kilimanjaro.

   • Complete the registration process and begin the steady climb through the forests of the Lemosho Glades.

   • Arrive at Big Tree Camp where you will spend the night.

   Distance covered: 7km / 4.3mi
   Approx. time taken: 4 hours
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

2. Day 2: Big Tree Camp (2780m) to Shira 2 Camp (3900m)

   • Trek across a plateau of grassy moorland and heather, scattered with volcanic rock formations.

   • Pass through Shira 1 Camp and enjoy views of Kibo Peak floating on the clouds.

   • Climb steadily towards Shira 2 Camp, with views of the Northern Ice Fields from the western side of the mountain.

   • Acclimatize and enjoy panoramic views during your ascent.

   Distance covered: 16.5km / 10.3mi
   Approx. time taken: 9 – 10 hours
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

3. Day 3: Shira 2 Camp (3900m) to Barranco Camp (3960m)

   • Begin the trek with an ascent and enjoy far-reaching panoramic views.

   • Reach the Lava Tower (4640m) for lunch, the highest point of the day.

   • Descend steeply to Barranco Camp, located at the base of the Great Barranco Valley.

   • Relax and take in the views of the plains below.

   Distance covered: 10km / 6.2mi
   Approx. time taken: 7 hours
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

4. Day 4: Barranco Camp (3960m) to Karanga Camp (3963m)

   • Start the day by descending into the Great Barranco and climb the Great Barranco Wall.

   • Ascend to Karanga Camp, passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers.

   • Acclimatize by going on a mid-afternoon trek up to around 4200m, if feeling strong.

   • Descend back to camp for the night.

   Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi
   Approx. time taken: 5 hours
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

5. Day 5: Karanga Camp (3963m) to Barafu Camp (4640m)

   • Climb across desolate scree slopes with no vegetation to reach Barafu Camp.

   • Eat and rest in the afternoon, preparing for a long night and day ahead.

   • Hydrate and stay warm in preparation for your summit climb.

   • Have an early dinner and try to sleep, as you will be waking up between 11pm and 12am for the summit climb.

   Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi
   Approx. time taken: 3 hours
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

6. Day 6: Barafu Camp (4640m) to Uhuru Peak (5895m) to Crater Camp (5790m)

   • Wake before dawn to start your summit approach.

   • Reach Uhuru Peak in the early afternoon when few groups are around.

   • Descend briefly to Crater Camp, set near the Furtwangler Glacier.

   • Experience the bowl of the crater, a challenging but rewarding extension for adventurous climbers.

   Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi
   Approx. time taken: 5-6 hours & 1-2 hours to Crater Camp
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

7. Day 7: Crater Camp (5790m) to Millennium Camp (3790m)

   • Begin the descent in the morning after early breakfast.

   • Return to Stella Point and then descend on scree slopes passing Barafu Camp for a break.

   • Continue your descent to Millennium Camp, where you can rest after a long day.

   Distance covered: 13.4km / 8.3mi
   Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

8. Day 8: Millennium Camp (3790m) to Mweka Gate (1630m)

   • Walk down through the rain forest to Mweka Gate.

   • Complete park formalities and receive your certificates of achievement.

   • Meet your vehicles and return to your hotel in Moshi for the end of your trek.

   Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5mi
   Approx. time taken: 6 hours
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included