Day 0 – Arrival in Moshi (900m)

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your Karibu Adventure team and transferred to your hotel in Moshi (approx. 45–60 minutes drive).

At the hotel, you will meet your mountain guide for a full briefing covering the route, safety procedures, and expectations on the mountain. A full gear check will be conducted to ensure you are properly prepared.

If time allows, enjoy a relaxed walk in Moshi town to experience local culture, markets, and the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Overnight: Hotel in Moshi (Bed & Breakfast)

Day 1 – Machame Gate → Machame Camp (3,000m)

Elevation Gain: 1,200m → 3,000m
Distance: 11–13 km
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Habitat: Montane Rainforest

After breakfast, drive to Machame Gate for registration and permit processing. The trek begins through dense rainforest filled with giant trees, vines, moss, and rich birdlife.

The trail is muddy and humid, especially after rain, offering a true jungle trekking experience. Expect gradual ascent with occasional steep sections.

Upon arrival at Machame Camp, your support team will have tents ready, with hot drinks, snacks, and a freshly prepared dinner.

Overnight: Machame Camp

Day 2 – Machame Camp → Shira Camp (3,800m)

Elevation Gain: 3,000m → 3,800m
Distance: 9 km
Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
Habitat: Moorland Zone

After breakfast and health check, the trail becomes steeper as you leave the rainforest behind. Vegetation changes into heath and moorland with open landscapes.

As you gain altitude, you will begin seeing dramatic views of Mount Meru in the distance and the summit cone of Kibo appearing closer.

Temperatures drop significantly, and the air becomes thinner. Slow pace (“pole pole”) is important for acclimatization.

Overnight: Shira Camp

Day 3 – Shira Camp → Lava Tower → Barranco Camp (3,950m)

Elevation: 3,800m → 4,630m → 3,950m
Distance: 10–13 km
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
Habitat: Moorland → Alpine Desert

This is a key acclimatization day following “climb high, sleep low” strategy. You ascend gradually to Lava Tower (4,630m) where lunch is taken.

The higher altitude helps your body adapt to low oxygen levels before descending to Barranco Camp for overnight stay.

Expect dramatic landscapes, volcanic rock formations, and wide valleys. This day is crucial for summit success.

Overnight: Barranco Camp

Day 4 – Barranco Camp → Karanga Camp (3,900m)

Elevation: 3,950m → 3,900m
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

Start the day with the famous Barranco Wall climb — a steep but non-technical scramble that offers one of the best views on the mountain.

After the wall, the trail continues through ridges and valleys with glaciers visible above. This is a shorter day designed for recovery and acclimatization.

Overnight: Karanga Camp

Day 5 – Karanga Camp → Barafu Camp (4,700m)

Elevation: 3,900m → 4,700m
Distance: 4–9 km
Hiking Time: 3–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

A steady ascent takes you to Barafu Base Camp, the final stop before summit night. The terrain becomes dry, rocky, and cold with strong winds.

After arrival, you rest early, have dinner, and prepare equipment for the midnight summit push.

Overnight: Barafu Camp

Day 6 – Summit Day (Uhuru Peak 5,895m) → Mweka Camp

Elevation: 4,700m → 5,895m → 3,100m
Hiking Time: 10–12 hours
Terrain: Arctic → Glacier → Forest

At midnight, begin your final ascent under freezing conditions and star-filled skies. The climb is slow and challenging due to altitude and cold temperatures.

Reach Stella Point (5,861m) at sunrise, then continue to Uhuru Peak — the Roof of Africa.

After celebrations and photos, descend back to Barafu for rest, then continue down to Mweka Camp for overnight.

Overnight: Mweka Camp

✔ INCLUDED IN YOUR CLIMB

• ✔ All park entrance fees (Kilimanjaro National Park)
• ✔ Camping fees & conservation fees
• ✔ Professional mountain guides, cooks & porters
• ✔ All meals on the mountain (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• ✔ Clean, purified drinking water daily
• ✔ High-quality 4-season mountain tents (twin sharing)
• ✔ Comfortable sleeping mattresses
• ✔ Emergency oxygen cylinder
• ✔ Pulse oximeter & daily health monitoring
• ✔ First aid kit carried by guides
• ✔ Airport pickup & drop-off (Kilimanjaro Airport)
• ✔ 2 nights hotel accommodation in Moshi (Bed & Breakfast)
• ✔ Rescue fees (Kilimanjaro National Park rescue service)
• ✔ All government taxes (VAT included)

✖ NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR CLIMB

• ✖ International flights to Tanzania
• ✖ Tanzania visa fees
• ✖ Travel insurance (mandatory)
• ✖ Personal trekking equipment (can be rented)
• ✖ Sleeping bag (available for rent)
• ✖ Alcoholic & soft drinks
• ✖ Personal expenses (laundry, calls, etc.)
• ✖ Tips for guides, cooks & porters
• ✖ Snacks and energy drinks
• ✖ Optional safari extensions