Arrival:
- You will be collected from airport.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Lemosho park gate - Mti Mkubwa Camp
On the first day, after breakfast and a briefing from your guide at your Hotel, you’ll be transferred to Lemosho Park Gate ( 2,100m), a 1.5-hour drive. At Londorossi Gate, you’ll complete the registration before starting your trek along scenic forest trails to Mti Mkubwa Campsite (2750m), a 3-hour hike. Upon arrival, the porters will set up the tents and our chef will prepare lunch. After enjoying your meal, you’ll have time to relax until dinner. In the evening, your guide will provide a briefing about the next day’s trek.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camping
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp To Shira Camp 2
On the second day, you’ll start early with breakfast before embarking on a short hike from Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp, which typically takes up to 5 hours. As you trek, you’ll be treated to views of the west face of Kibo Volcano, often referred to as Kilimanjaro. The trail traverses lower moonland, showcasing large shrubs and vibrant wildflowers. Upon arrival at Shira 1 Camp, our porters will set up your tents while our chef prepares lunch. After your meal, you’ll have time to relax until dinner. In the evening, your guide will provide a briefing on the plans for the following day’s trek.
Meals: All meals
Accommodation: Camping
Day 3: Shira Camp 2 - Lava Tower - Barranco Camp
Start the day with an early wake-up call and a hearty breakfast to fuel your trek. Today’s route includes a climb to the Lava Tower at 4,630m, passing through a semi-desert, rocky landscape. After a 5-hour hike, enjoy lunch before ascending the rocky scree path to Lava Tower. This demanding day might test your endurance as you adjust to the higher altitude. After lunch, descend 680m to the Barranco campsite, where the true benefit of acclimatization becomes clear. The 2-hour descent offers stunning photo opportunities of the Western Breach. End the day with a memorable sunset and dinner at Barranco camp.
Meals: All meals
Accommodation: Camping
Day 4: Barranco Camp - Karanga Camp
Start your day early with a wake-up call and a nourishing breakfast to fuel your trek. The journey may involve ascending the famous Barranco Wall, a steep but rewarding section. After conquering the Wall, you’ll descend into the scenic Karanga Valley, known for its lush vegetation and breathtaking landscapes. Upon reaching the Karanga campsite, the porters will set up tents while our chef prepares lunch. After your meal, you’ll embark on an acclimatization hike towards Barafu Camp, ascending 200 meters before returning to camp. In the evening, enjoy a hot meal prepared by the chef. Following dinner, your experienced guide will brief you on the next day’s trek, discussing the route, challenges, and key details.
Meals: All meals
Accommodation: Your Hotel
Day 5: Karanga Camp - Barafu Camp
Start your day with an early wake-up call and a hearty breakfast to fuel your trek toward Barafu campsite. The trail features varied terrain, including rocky sections and gradual slopes, offering breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro’s high-altitude landscapes. As you ascend, focus on acclimatization to avoid altitude-related issues. Upon reaching Barafu, our porters will handle camp setup while the chef prepares lunch. After eating, rest until dinner. In the evening, your guide will brief you on the upcoming summit attempt, covering the route, challenges, safety measures, and preparations. Try to rest well, as the summit ascent begins late in the evening.
Day 6: Barafu Camp - Summit - Mweka Camp
You’ll rise around 11:30 PM and start the ascent after some tea and biscuits. Heading northwest, you’ll climb through scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. The 6-hour trek to Stella Point (5685m) is often the most mentally and physically challenging part of the climb. After a brief rest at Stella Point, you’ll be rewarded with a magnificent sunrise, weather permitting. From there, it’s a 2-hour snow-covered ascent to Uhuru Peak. Your time at the summit will depend on the weather, so don’t linger too long due to the cold and fatigue. The descent to Barafu takes about 3 hours for a short rest before continuing to Mweka Camp for dinner and overnight.
Giorno 7: Mweka Camp - Mweka Park Gate - Il tuo hotel
Dopo la colazione al Mweka Camp, scenderete al Mweka Gate e verrete riaccompagnati allo Springlands Hotel, dove vi attendono un pranzo caldo e una doccia rinfrescante. Al termine dell'escursione, la mancia al team è benvenuta e apprezzata; in hotel sono disponibili buste speciali a questo scopo. Se desiderate prolungare la vostra avventura con un safari, potete incontrare il nostro coordinatore safari in hotel. Dopo un po' di riposo, il coordinatore vi fornirà un briefing sulle diverse opzioni di safari disponibili. Consigliamo vivamente di prenotare un safari con noi per ammirare la straordinaria fauna selvatica e le bellezze naturali della Tanzania, rendendo il vostro viaggio davvero indimenticabile.
