Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania

Upon landing at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your driver will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi at The Maridadi Hotel (or similar). In the evening, you will meet your mountain guide for a detailed briefing and gear check. Take the rest of the evening to relax and prepare for your upcoming climb.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Nalemoru Gate (1,800 m) – Simba Camp (2,625 m)

After breakfast, drive to the northern side of Kilimanjaro to the Rongai/Nalemoru Gate for registration. The trek begins through farmland and pine forests, gradually climbing on an easy trail with possible sightings of colobus monkeys. The day ends at Simba Camp, located near the edge of the moorland zone with wide views of the plains below.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Simba Camp (2,625 m) – Second Cave Camp (3,450 m)

Today’s hike is a steady ascent through open moorland with beautiful views of Mawenzi Peak. The trail is dry and less forested than other routes, giving you amazing scenery throughout the day. You arrive at Second Cave Camp, known for its quiet atmosphere and panoramic outlook.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Second Cave (3,450 m) – Kikelewa Camp (3,600 m)

The trail continues gently upward before becoming steeper as you approach the Kikelewa Valley. This area is known for its unique vegetation and impressive views. You arrive at Kikelewa Camp, set in a sheltered valley surrounded by giant groundsels and other high-altitude plants.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Kikelewa Camp (3,600 m) – Mawenzi Tarn (4,330 m)

Today you climb steadily up to the base of Mawenzi, the jagged volcanic peak that stands opposite Kibo. Mawenzi Tarn is one of the most scenic camps on Kilimanjaro, nestled beneath towering cliffs and surrounded by alpine desert landscapes. The afternoon is free for rest and acclimatization.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Mawenzi Tarn (4,330 m) – Kibo Hut (4,700 m)

After breakfast, you trek across the lunar-like Saddle, a broad desert plateau connecting Mawenzi and Kibo. The hike is gradual and offers dramatic views of both peaks. You arrive at Kibo Hut early enough to rest and prepare for the midnight summit attempt.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – Horombo Hut (3,720 m)

Summit day begins around midnight. The climb to Gilman’s Point is steep and physically challenging, but once reached, you follow the crater rim to Uhuru Peak—the highest point in Africa. After celebrating and taking photos, you descend back to Kibo for a short rest before continuing down to Horombo Hut for the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Horombo Hut (3,720 m) – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Moshi/Arusha

After breakfast, walk downhill through the moorland and lush rainforest to Marangu Gate. Here, you will receive your summit certificate. Your driver will meet you for your transfer back to Moshi or Arusha, where you can enjoy a hot shower and relaxation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch