Today is a free day in Moshi to rest and prepare for your trek. Additional excursions can also be arranged, please inquire if you’re interested in the following:

• Arusha National Park – Introduction to game viewing with options for canoe ride on Small Momela Lake or a walking safari.
• Coffee Cooperative and Village Tour – Visit the village of Uru on the slopes of Kilimanjaro which produces some of the world’s finest coffee. Get an understanding of village life for people living on Africa’s highest mountain.
• Mountain Biking – Day trips are available to stretch your legs and explore the backcountry.

In the evening, join a pre-climb briefing with your mountain guide. Retire early for a good night’s rest – Kilimanjaro awaits us!

Rise early for a hearty breakfast before transferring to Lemosho Glades (6890 feet). From here we walk to Mti Mkubwa (9186 feet), enjoying the lush flora and fauna along the way. Arrive at Mti Mkubwa to find our campsite set up and dinner in the works. Settle in for our first night in Kilimanjaro National Park.

Camp altitude: ~9,186 feet
Distance: 3 miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

After breakfast we slowly set out through the Giant Heather Moor Land Zone, where the path crosses through beautiful valleys and streams before making an ascent along the Shira Ridge. On clear days we will find superb views of Shira Plateau and Mount Meru in the distance. Arrive at Shira Camp (11483 feet) for dinner, retiring early under the quiet sky.

Camp altitude: ~11,483 feet
Distance: 4.5 miles
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours

Today we set out for a short hike from Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp. Relax at camp and do some light exploring, allowing your body to acclimatize to the increasingly high altitude.

Camp altitude: ~12,800 feet
Distance:  4 miles
Hiking Time: 4 hours

Depart Shira 2 Camp, hiking for 6 hours into the Alpine Desert and following the gradual path toward Kibo Peak, one of Kilimanjaro’s three volcanic cones. After reaching the Buttress Point wedge, the path drops suddenly down to the Barranco Camp where find rest for the evening.

Camp altitude: ~13,000 feet
Distance:  6 miles
Hiking Time: 7 hours

This morning we slowly cross the floor of the great Barranco Valley and up the Barranco Wall, taking in the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Continue to follow the South Circuit path to the Karanga Valley, where camp is set for the evening. This short hiking day is intended for acclimatization – Our summit attempt is fast approaching!

Camp altitude: ~13,000 feet
Distance: 3 miles
Hiking Time: 4 hours

Leave Karanga Camp and the Southern Circuit behind as we continue to climb toward Barafu Hut and link up with the Machame Route. The terrain today is rocky, but offers sweeping views of the summit from several different angles. Arrive at Barafu Camp with plenty of time to familiarize yourself with the exposed ridge area. Head into your tent after dinner to rest before our midnight summit attempt.

Camp altitude: ~15,0300 feet
Distance: 2 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

A midnight wakeup call means only one thing – it’s time to conquer the highest peak in Africa. This section of the route is widely considered one of the steepest of the non-technical paths of Kilimanjaro. First we hike for 7 hours to Stella Point, from where we watch the sun peak out over the horizon. After witnessing the extraordinary sunset, we have just one hour left to Uhuru Peak and the Roof of Africa (19341 feet). Upon reaching the summit, take a moment to celebrate your incredible accomplishment! We then begin our descent to Mweka Camp, arriving and settling in for some much-deserved rest after 11-14 hours of hiking.

Camp altitude: ~10,450 feet
Distance: 10 miles
Hiking Time: 11-14 hours

This morning we rise early for our final 3-5 hours walking to the Mweka Gate, where we meet our vehicle and leave our adventures on Kilimanjaro National Park behind us. Return to Moshi for a peaceful evening at Kilimanjaro Halisi Lodge, toasting to the triumphs of Kilimanjaro (alternative Kilimanjaro Wonders).

Distance: 6 miles
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours