Arrival Day: Arrival in Moshi
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon you're arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to you're hotel in Moshi. Take some time to relax and prepare for you're Kilimanjaro climb. Depending on you're arrival time, you may have a pre-climb briefing with you're guide either today or the following day. Overnight: Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel Transfer Time: 1 hour Meals: None
Day 1: From Moshi drive to Londorossi Gate to Big Tree Camp
After breakfast, we will drive to Londrossi Park Gate for registration before continuing to Lemosho Glades, the starting point of your climb. Today's climb will take you through beautiful forests, with the chance to spot wildlife along the way. After 2-3 hours of climbing, you will arrive at Big Tree Camp, where you will have snacks and a hot dinner. Climbing Time: 2-3 hours | Distance: 5 km / 3.1 mi | Altitude Change: +396 m / +1,299 ft Overnight: Big Tree Camp Transfer Time: 3 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Climb from Big Tree Camp to Shira Hut 1
Leaving the forest behind, you will climb through the heath and moorland zone, enjoying the wildflowers and grasses along the way. The trail takes you to Shira Hut 1, located on the Shira Plateau near a stream. Take in the beautiful views and relax at the camp. Climbing Time: 3 hours | Distance: 7 km / 4.3 mi | Altitude Change: +719 m / +2,359 ft Overnight: Shira Hut 1 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Continue climb from Shira Camp1 to Shira Camp 2
Continue your climb across the Shira Plateau, where you'll be surrounded by high moorland. Reach Shira Hut 2 in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day acclimatizing to the altitude. Climbing Time: 3 hours | Distance: 7 km / 4.3 mi | Altitude Change: +391 m / +1,283 ft Overnight: Shira Hut 2 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Shira Camp 2 climb up to Barranco Camp
Today's climb takes you through the southwest side of Kilimanjaro, passing underneath the Lava Tower and the Western Breach. Arrive at Barranco Camp, where you'll have stunning views of the surroundings. This day helps with acclimatization as you climb at altitude and then sleep at a lower elevation. Climbing Time: 6-7 hours | Distance: 10 km / 6.2 mi | Altitude Change: +732 m / +2,401 ft; -641 m / -2,103 ft Overnight: Barranco Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Decend from Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley
Start the day by descending into the Great Barranco, a ravine, and then climb up the "Breakfast Wall." Pass through rocky moorland and reach Karanga Valley, where you'll have a good view of the upcoming routes. Rest and prepare for the next day's ascent. Climbing Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 5 km / 3.1 mi | Altitude Change: +48 m / +158 ft Overnight: Karanga Valley Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Kilimanjaro climb from Karanga Valley to Barafu Camp
Today's climb takes you through scree terrain as you make your way to Barafu Camp. Rest and prepare for the summit attempt, which will start around midnight. Climbing Time: 2-4 hours | Distance: 3.5 km / 2.2 mi | Altitude Change: +628 m / +2,060 ft Overnight: Barafu Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Summit Day - Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and Mweka Hut
Begin your ascent to the summit around midnight. The challenging climb takes you through scree and glacier terrain. Reach Stella Point at the crater rim, and then continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your achievement, descend to Mweka Hut for a well-deserved rest. Climbing Time: 8 hours to Uhuru Peak, 7-8 hours to Mweka Hut | Distance: 7 km ascent, 23 km descent | Vegetation Type: Stone scree and ice-capped summit Overnight: Mweka Hut
Day 8: Last climb from Mweka Hut to Mweka Gate - Departure
On the final day of your climb, descend through moorland and rainforest to Mweka Gate. Celebrate your successful climb and receive certificates. Our driver will be waiting for you at the gate to transfer you back to Moshi. Climbing Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 10 km / 6.2 mi | Vegetation Type: Moorland and rainforest Overnight: None Transfer Time: 1 hour Meals: Breakfast
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