After a hearty breakfast, you’ll depart from Moshi for a 1-hour drive to Marangu Gate (1,830m). Upon arrival, you’ll complete the necessary registration formalities before embarking on your Kilimanjaro adventure.

Your trek begins with a steady uphill hike through the lush rainforest, a region teeming with colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and exotic birdlife. As you make your way to Mandara Hut (2,700m), the cool, shaded trails provide a scenic and refreshing start to your climb.

Upon arrival at Mandara Camp, our team will welcome you with a warm meal, and you’ll settle into comfortable A-frame huts. In the evening, you have the optional opportunity to take a short acclimatization hike to Maundi Crater, where you can witness breathtaking panoramic views of Kilimanjaro’s peaks and the surrounding landscapes.

• Altitude: 1,830 m – 2,700 m
• Hiking Distance: 8 km
• Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

To enhance acclimatization and improve your chances of reaching the summit, you’ll spend an extra day at Horombo Hut (3,720m), allowing your body more time to adjust to the altitude.

You have two options for the day:

1. Rest at the camp and enjoy the serene high-altitude surroundings.
2. Embark on a short acclimatization hike to Zebra Rocks (3,980m), a unique geological formation featuring black-and-white-striped lava rock. This hike helps your body adapt to the thinner air, reducing the risk of altitude sickness and preparing you for the upcoming higher elevations.

After returning to Horombo Hut, you’ll enjoy a hearty meal and have time to relax. In the evening, your guide will brief you on the next day’s ascent, ensuring you are well-prepared for the journey ahead.

• Altitude: 3,720 m (Horombo Hut)
• Optional Acclimatization Hike Altitude: 3,980 m (Zebra Rocks)

Today’s trek takes you across the expansive lunar desert known as the Saddle, a stark yet breathtaking landscape stretching between Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. This barren, high-altitude terrain offers unobstructed views of Kilimanjaro’s towering peaks, creating a truly surreal experience.

The 6-hour trek is steady but challenging due to the increasing altitude. Upon arrival at Kibo Hut (4,700m), you’ll have an early dinner and rest, conserving energy for the summit attempt, which begins just before midnight.

In the evening, your guide will conduct a detailed briefing, preparing you mentally and physically for the most demanding section of your journey—the final ascent to Uhuru Peak.

• Altitude: 3,720 m – 4,700 m
• Hiking distance: 10 km
• Hiking time: 5-6 hours

Around midnight, you’ll wake up for a light meal and hot tea before beginning your final push toward Uhuru Peak. This is the most challenging and demanding section of the trek, requiring mental resilience and physical endurance.

The climb to Gillman’s Point (5,685m) takes about six hours, navigating through steep switchbacks on loose scree. Your guide will provide support and encouragement to help you push through.

From Gillman’s Point, you’ll continue along the crater rim for another two hours to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa. If weather permits, you’ll witness an unforgettable sunrise over the vast landscapes below.

After celebrating your incredible achievement and taking photos at the summit, you’ll begin your descent back to Kibo Hut for a short rest and meal before continuing onward to Horombo Hut, where you’ll spend the night.

• Altitude: 4,700 m – 5,895 m – 3,720 m
• Hiking distance: 22 km
• Hiking time: 12-15 hours

After an energizing breakfast, you’ll begin your final descent, trekking through the moorland and lush rainforest as you make your way back to Marangu Gate. The 6-7 hour journey offers one last chance to take in the breathtaking scenery and reflect on your incredible accomplishment.

Upon arrival at Marangu Gate, you’ll sign out and receive your hard-earned summit certificate, a testament to your determination and achievement.

From there, our driver will transfer you to Springlands Hotel in Moshi, where you can enjoy a hot meal, a refreshing shower, and a well-deserved rest.

For those wishing to extend their adventure, you can meet with our safari coordinator to explore options such as:

• A thrilling wildlife safari in Tanzania’s iconic national parks

• A relaxing escape to the pristine beaches of Zanzibar

• Altitude: 3,720 m – 1,830 m

• Hiking distance: 20 km

• Hiking time: 6-7 hours

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred back to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure, marking the end of your incredible adventure.

If you’d like to extend your journey, consider adding:
✅ A day trip to explore nearby cultural and natural attractions. Visit our [Day Trip page] for more details.
✅ A relaxing getaway to Zanzibar, where you can unwind on pristine beaches or explore the island’s rich cultural heritage.
✅ An unforgettable safari experience, where you can witness Tanzania’s incredible wildlife in world-famous parks.

We hope you leave with unforgettable memories, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure!