Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895 m) is the highest free-standing mountain on Earth and the roof of Africa. We run Kilimanjaro treks on the Machame and Marangu routes with our trusted Tanzanian partner guides, keeping a slow 'pole pole' pace for the best summit success rate. The walk climbs through five climate zones, from rainforest to arctic summit, with the famous Kibo summit night ascent. All climbs are carbon-offset and pay porters above the recommended wages.
Itinerary
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Day 1
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Drive from Moshi to Machame Gate (1,800 m) and trek through rainforest to Machame Camp (3,000 m).
Stay: Machame Camp
Day 2
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Ascend out of the forest into heathland, with views of Kibo and Mount Meru, to Shira Camp (3,840 m).
Stay: Shira Camp
Day 3
Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Acclimatisation day: climb to Lava Tower (4,630 m), then descend to the lush Barranco Camp (3,960 m). 'Walk high, sleep low.'
Stay: Barranco Camp
Day 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Scramble up the Barranco Wall and traverse alpine desert to Karanga Camp (3,995 m).
Stay: Karanga Camp
Day 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Short day to Barafu Camp (4,673 m), the base for summit night. Afternoon rest, early dinner and an early bed.
Stay: Barafu Camp
Day 6
Summit night: Uhuru Peak & Mweka
Depart at midnight for the summit via Stella Point, reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) at sunrise. Descend the same day to Mweka Camp (3,100 m).
Stay: Mweka Camp
Day 7
Descent & celebrations
Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate. Certificate ceremony and transfer back to Moshi.
Stay: Moshi hotel
Day 8
Departure
Optional day trip to Arusha National Park or transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight home.
Trip details
Duration6–8 days
DifficultyChallenging
Inclusions
✓Experienced mountain guides and porters (Tanzanian partners)
✓All meals and treated drinking water on trek
✓National park fees and camping permits
✓Camping equipment, tents and sleeping mats
✓Moshi transfers and one night hotel after the climb
