Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be met by our representative and transferred to Under The Shade Safari Lodge in Moshi.

In the evening, meet your mountain guide for a detailed climb briefing, equipment inspection, and safety orientation.

Accommodation: Under The Shade Safari Lodge
Meals: Dinner

Begin your adventure with a transfer to Umbwe Gate. After registration, start trekking through dense rainforest on one of Kilimanjaro's steepest trails.

The narrow path climbs continuously through lush vegetation and giant trees before reaching camp.

Altitude: 1,600m → 2,850m
Hiking Time: 5–6 Hours
Accommodation: Umbwe Cave Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today's trail climbs out of the rainforest and follows a dramatic ridge overlooking deep valleys and glaciers.

The scenery becomes increasingly spectacular as you enter the heath and moorland zone before arriving at Barranco Camp.

Altitude: 2,850m → 3,950m
Hiking Time: 4–5 Hours
Accommodation: Barranco Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is dedicated to acclimatization. Enjoy a guided hike toward the Karanga Valley before returning to camp.

This "walk high, sleep low" strategy allows your body to adapt to the altitude and greatly improves summit success rates.

Altitude: 3,950m → Approx. 4,300m+ → 3,950m
Hiking Time: 2–4 Hours
Accommodation: Barranco Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, tackle the famous Barranco Wall. Despite its intimidating appearance, the climb is non-technical and one of the most enjoyable sections of the mountain.

Continue across ridges and valleys before reaching Karanga Camp.

Altitude: 3,950m → 4,035m
Hiking Time: 4–5 Hours
Accommodation: Karanga Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

A gradual climb takes you through the alpine desert to Barafu Camp, the final base camp before the summit.

After lunch, rest and prepare for the midnight summit attempt.

Altitude: 4,035m → 4,673m
Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours
Accommodation: Barafu Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Shortly after midnight, begin the final ascent to the summit.

Climb through the darkness to Stella Point before continuing to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa.

After celebrating your achievement, descend to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved rest.

Altitude: 4,673m → 5,895m → 3,100m
Hiking Time: 12–14 Hours
Accommodation: Mweka Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Descend through beautiful rainforest to Mweka Gate where you will receive your summit certificate.

Transfer back to Moshi for relaxation and celebration.

Altitude: 3,100m → 1,640m
Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours
Accommodation: Under The Shade Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast