Day 1: Arrived at Kilimanjaro International Airport
And was warmly greeted by their guide. They were transferred to Moshi, a vibrant town known as the gateway to Mount Kilimanjaro. There, they met their guide and reviewed their equipment in preparation for the upcoming trek.
Destination: Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation: Kilimanjaro White House Hotel
budget 2 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Drinking water
Day 2: Begin trek from Londorossi Gate (2,100m) to Mti Mkubwa Camp(2,820m)
Marked the beginning of their trek at Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) in the Rainforest zone. The trail took them through lush rainforests, where they were fortunate enough to catch glimpses of majestic wildlife like elephants and buffalos. After a 3-4 hour trek, they reached Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters) for a well-deserved dinner and rest.
Destination: Londorossi Gate To Lemosho Gate To Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp
Accommodation: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 3: Continue trek from Mti Mkubwa Camp(2,820m) to Shira Camp 1(3,610m)
The journey continued on Day 3, with a 5-6 hour trek from Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp 1 (3,610 meters). They bid farewell to the rainforest as they entered the low alpine moorland zone, ascending onto the Shira Plateau.
Destination: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp To Shira 1 Camp
Accommodation: Shira 1 Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 4: Shira 2 Camp trek up to Moir Hut Camp (4,200m)
Brought them to Shira Camp 2, where they joined trekkers from the Machame Route. However, Trek Hero's 8-day trek was unique, as they continued eastwards through the 'Garden of the Senecios' and into the high alpine desert zone. Eventually, they arrived at Moir Camp (4,200 meters), taking in breathtaking vistas along the way.
Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Moir Hut Camp
Accommodation: Moir Hut Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 5: Steep trek from Moir Hut (4,200m) to Buffalo Camp (4,020m)
The trek on Day 5 was moderately steep, leading them out of Moir Valley. They had the option to trek Little Lent Hill at 4,375 meters before rejoining the Northern Circuit trail. The path offered stunning views of the northern slopes of Kibo, stretching out towards the Kenyan/Tanzanian border. By midday, they reached Buffalo Camp (4,020 meters), where they enjoyed a well-deserved lunch and some rest.
Destination: Moir Hut Camp To Buffalo Camp
Accommodation: Buffalo Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 6: Shorter trek from Buffalo Camp (4,020m) to Rongai Third Cave (3,800m)
Began with a trek up the Buffalo ridge and onward to Rongai Third Cave (3,800 meters). The trek was shorter, and Trek Hero felt well acclimatized to the altitude by this point. They arrived at the Third Cave in the afternoon, ready to continue their ascent.
Destination: Pofu Camp To Third Cave Camp
Accommodation: Third Cave Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 7: Steadily trek from Third Cave to School Hut (4,800m)
They made a steady incline up and over the Saddle, located between Kibo and Mawenzi Peak. The trek led them to School Hut (4,800 meters), where they had an early dinner before getting some rest. The summit attempt was scheduled for midnight, so they needed to be well-prepared with warm clothes, snacks, and their cameras.
Destination: Third Cave Camp To School Hut Camp
Accommodation: School Hut Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 8: Challenging trek from School Hut (4,800m) to Uhuru Peak- Millennium Camp (3.950m)
The summit day, Day 8, was the most challenging yet exhilarating part of their journey. Starting around 11:30 PM, they ascended the slopes of Kibo in the dark. After passing Hans Meyer Cave and Gilman's Point (5,681 meters), they were rewarded with the stunning sight of the approaching dawn and the breathtaking view of Mawenzi Peak. After another two hours of Trek, they finally reached Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) at sunrise. The view from the summit was awe-inspiring, surrounded by glaciers and panoramic vistas. After capturing unforgettable moments, they began their descent back to Barafu Camp and further to Millennium Camp (3,950 meters) for a well-deserved rest.
Destination: School Hut Camp To Uhuru peak To Millenium (High) camp
Accommodation: Millenium Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 9: Finally trek from Millennium Camp (3,950m) to Mweka Gate
Was the final day of the trek, as they trekked through the montane rainforest from Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate (1,640 meters). At the gate, they signed out with the authorities and received their well-deserved certificates – a green certificate for reaching Gilman's Point and a gold certificate for conquering Uhuru Peak.
Destination: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate
Accommodation: Mweka Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Drinking water
Day 10: Depart from Moshi town or Kilimanjaro Airport
After breakfast, Trek Hero was transported back to Moshi town or Kilimanjaro Airport, concluding their epic adventure with unforgettable memories of their Kilimanjaro triumph.
Destination: Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation: Kilimanjaro White House Hotel
budget 2 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Drinking water
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