Itinerary

1. Day 1: Hike from Shira Gate to Simba Camp

   • Depart from Moshi and drive approximately four hours to Londorossi Gate.

   • Complete park entry formalities while the crew prepares equipment.

   • Continue driving up a steep track to reach Shira Gate.

   • Begin the trek through high-altitude shrubs and giant heather.

   • Arrive at Simba Camp for overnight stay in the moorland zone.

2. Day 2: Trek from Simba Camp to Shira 2 Camp via Shira Cathedral

   • Start the day with an easy walk across the Shira Plateau to aid acclimatization.

   • Explore open grassy moorlands and admire volcanic rock formations.

   • Take a detour to visit the majestic Shira Cathedral, a dramatic rock buttress.

   • Continue to Shira 2 Camp and rest for the night under open skies.

3. Day 3: Climb from Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower, then Descend to Barranco Camp

   • Ascend gradually toward the Lava Tower at 4,630 meters, a 300-foot volcanic rock formation.

   • Spend time at higher altitude to enhance acclimatization.

   • Begin the descent through the unique Senecio Forest to reach Barranco Camp at 3,960 meters.

   • Settle in for the evening surrounded by towering cliffs and alpine flora.

4. Day 4: Cross from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp via Barranco Wall

   • Descend into a ravine and approach the base of the Great Barranco Wall.

   • Climb the steep, non-technical 900-foot cliff face using switchbacks.

   • Traverse a series of valleys and ridges with changing elevation.

   • Descend into Karanga Valley, then make a final steep ascent to Karanga Camp.

   • Use this short day to rest and continue acclimatizing.

5. Day 5: Ascend from Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

   • Depart Karanga and follow the path that connects with the Mweka Trail.

   • Continue through increasingly rocky terrain to reach Barafu Camp.

   • Complete the Southern Circuit, gaining stunning views of Kibo and Mawenzi.

   • Set up camp, eat an early dinner, and rest in preparation for summit night.

6. Day 6: Summit from Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak, then Descend to Mweka Camp

   • Wake around midnight and begin the summit push under a star-filled sky.

   • Climb steadily through icy winds and scree slopes with short, frequent breaks.

   • Reach Stella Point and witness a breathtaking sunrise over Mawenzi Peak.

   • Continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,895 meters.

   • Celebrate the achievement and begin the descent to Barafu Camp for a short rest.

   • Resume the descent to Mweka Camp through rocky and forested terrain.

   • Arrive at camp for a final dinner and well-earned sleep on the mountain.