DAY 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by a Signature Safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. You can relax at the lodge or explore the town. In the evening, there will be a pre-climb briefing to prepare for the trek.
Main Destination: Arusha
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel
DAY 2: Longorosi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
After breakfast, you will depart Arusha for Londorossi Gate, a 4-hour drive, where you will complete entry formalities. From there, you will drive to the Lemosho trailhead and begin hiking through the lush rainforest to reach Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Elevation: 7,742ft to 9,498ft Distance: 6 km / 4 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rainforest
DAY 3: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 camp
After leaving the rainforest behind, the trail leads into a savannah of tall grasses, volcanic rock, and heather. You will ascend through rolling hills, cross several streams, and reach Shira Ridge before descending gently to Shira 1 Camp, where you will catch your first glimpse of Kibo Peak.
Elevation: 9,498ft to 11,500ft Distance: 8 km / 5 miles Hiking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Heath
DAY 4: Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut
Spend Today, you will explore the Shira Plateau, one of the highest plateaus on Earth. The trek continues east toward Shira 2 Camp, then diverts to Moir Hut, a less-used site at the base of Lent Hills. This is an excellent acclimatization opportunity, with optional hikes available.
- Elevation: 11,500ft to 13,800ft
- Distance: 11 km / 7 miles
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
- Habitat: Heath
DAY 5: Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco camp
15,190 ft), where you will stop for lunch before descending to Barranco This day is crucial for acclimatization. You will ascend to Lava Tower (Camp. The descent helps your body adjust to the altitude, making it easier to reach the summit.
- Elevation: 13,800ft to 13,000ft
- Distance: 7 km / 4 miles
- Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
- Habitat: Semi-desert
DAY 6: Barranco camp to Karanga camp
The day begins with a challenging climb up the Barranco Wall, a steep but manageable ascent. After reaching the top, the trail winds through alpine desert terrain before arriving at Karanga Camp, where you will rest before the final push to the summit.
- Elevation: 13,000ft to 13,100ft
- Distance: 5 km / 3 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
DAY 7: Karanga camp to Barafu camp
A short but steep trek leads to Barafu Camp, the final base before summit night. You will have an early dinner and rest before beginning the midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak.
- Elevation: 13,100ft to 15,300ft
- Distance: 4 km / 2 miles
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
DAY 8: Barafu camp to Uhuru peak to Mweka camp
At midnight, you will begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak (19,341 ft), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating at the summit, you will descend to Mweka Camp for a well-earned rest.
- Elevation: 15,300ft to 19,341ft (Uhuru Peak), then down to 10,000ft
- Distance: 17 km / 10 miles
- Hiking Time: 12-15 hours
DAY 9: Barafu camp to Uhuru peak to Mweka camp
The final trek leads down to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificates before transferring back to Arusha.
- Elevation: 10,000ft to 5,400ft
- Distance: 10 km / 6 miles
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Main Destination: Arusha
- Meal Plan: Half Board
- Accommodation: Karibu Heritage House
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