DAY 2:[Which is Day 1 of the climbing program]

Departing from Moshi a 4-5 hour drive will take you through the coffee plantations and Village of Nale Muru to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate.

We will patiently wait for our permits to be issued while watching the hustle and bustle of operations as many crews prepare for the journey ahead Enjoy the beautiful wooded scenery, and windy trails while your guide tells you about the local flora and fauna and natural wildlife you are likely to see, Simba camp sits near the first cave at the edge of the moorland zone with spectacular views of the plains of Kenya.

Elevation at RONGAI GATE: 1950m/643ft

Elevation at SIMBA Campsite:2671m/8814ft

Distance : 6km

Hiking Time: 3 hours

Habitat: Rain forest

Dinner and Overnight at SIMBA Campsite

DAY 3: Which is Day 2 of the climbing program

After a good night's sleep and a heavy breakfast, we continue along moorland terrain on a consistent ascending path.

You will catch some terrific views of Kibo and get your first glimpse of the ice fields on the Eastern crater rim. The small shrubs of the moorland became thinner as you approve the Second Cave. Temperatures begin to drop.

Elevation at SECOND CAVE: 3450m/11,385ft

Distance covered: 8km

Hiking time:3-4 hours

Habitat: Moorland

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Overnight at SECOND CAVE Campsite

DAY 4: [Which is Day 3 of the climbing program]

After breakfast and packing, you continue your steady ascent across the This is the quite normal easy walking/ hike today with flat trail and Moorland towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi.

This relatively short hiking day brings you closer to the Easter ice fields, continually drawing your attention to their beauty. Pay attention to your body and keep your guide informed of any signs of altitude sickness it may occur.

Elevation at KIKELELWA Campsite:4300m/14,190ft

Distance covered: 5km

Hiking Time:3 hours

Habitat: Moorland

Meals, Breakfast, Lunch& Dinner included

Overnight at KIKELELWA Campsite.

DAY 5:[Which is Day 4 of the climbing program]

A very short climb but steep climbing up grassy slopes is rewarded by superb views.

Leave the vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at MAWENZI Tarn, spectacularly situated in a cirque directly beneath the towering spires of MAWENZI Tarn

The afternoon will be free to rest or explore the surrounding area as an aid to acclimatization. You can hike up and around MAWENZI Turn for your acclimatization hike during early evening

Elevation at MAWENZI Turn HUT:4315m/14,239

Distance covered: 3km

Hiking Time: 3 hours

Habitat: Desert

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Overnight at MAWENZI Turn Campsite

DAY 6:[Which is Day 5 of the climbing program].

Cross the lunar desert of the ‘Saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach the Kibo campsite at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent on Summit Night.

After reaching KIBO Hut, Dinner will be served early and prepare for the summit climb which will start at 00:00Am

Elevation: at KIBO HUT:4720M/15,576ft

Distance Covered: 10Km

Hiking Time: 5-6 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Meals:Dinner, Breakfast,Lunch Included

Overnight at KIBO HUT.

DAY 7: (Which is Day 6 of the climbing program)

Around 12:00 Am you will be woken up for an early Trek/ Hike to the SUMMIT.

Hot tea will be served with some snacks and a strenuous Hike to the UHURU PEAK will begin.

We will trek on the steep and snowy trail up to Gilman’s point and keep heading to UHURU PEAK ; the highest PEAK of AFRICA .

After reaching the peak, take some pictures and savor your victory and after that start your descent.

We’ll have lunch at KIBO HUT and after that head to HOROMBO Campsite for dinner and a Night rest.

The last part of climbing Mount KILIMANJARO can be a bit challenging so make sure you are well covered, as the weather will be very cold, pay attention to your GUIDE and do not rush.

Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak

Elevation at UHURU PEAK: 5895M/19,453ft

Distance: 6 Km

Hiking Time: 6-7 hours

Habitat: Arctic

UHURU PEAK TO HOROMBO Campsite

Elevation:5,895M/ 19,453ft to 3,720M/12,276ft

Distance: 16 Km

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Heath

Dinner and Overnight at HOROMBO Campsite.

DAY 8:[Which is Day 7 of the climbing program]

We’ll depart from HOROMBO Camp and start our descent through moorland to MANDARA hut.

Proceed descending through the lush green forest to MARANGU GATE a vehicle will meet you and take you back to your Accommodation/Hotel in Moshi/Arusha .

The lower parts of the mountain can be wet and slippery so trekking poles and gaiters will be helpful.

Elevation at MARANGU GATE: 1,850M/8,976ft

Distance Covered: 18Km down

Hiking Time 5 - 7 hours

Habitat: Montane Forest

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch Included.

DAY 9:(Which is Day 8 of the climbing program)

This will be a day for you to go back home/ arrange for another tour or whatever.

Our driver will drop-off/ drive you back all the way to the Airport ready to catch a flight according your flight schedule.