Itinerary
- Day 1
Kilimanjaro to Moshi
You'll arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where your Himalayan Glacier representative meets you for the drive to Moshi (about 1 hour). After settling into your hotel, you'll join an evening briefing with your manager to go over climb logistics, ask questions, and get mentally prepared for what's ahead.
Included Activities
- Airport pickup and transfer to hotel
- Pre-trip briefing and climb preparation discussion
Landmarks/POIs Kilimanjaro International Airport - Day 1
Kilimanjaro to Moshi
You'll arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where your Himalayan Glacier representative meets you for the drive to Moshi (about 1 hour). After settling in, you'll have an evening briefing with your manager to discuss climb details and prepare. Dinner features local Tanzanian cuisine to cap off your first day.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner with excellent Tanzanian cuisine)
Included Activities
- Airport pickup and transfer to hotel
- Pre-trip briefing and climb preparation discussion
- Welcome dinner with Tanzanian cuisine
Landmarks/POIs Kilimanjaro International Airport - Day 2
Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Camp
After breakfast, you'll meet your guide and crew at the hotel for a quick briefing, then drive to Umbwe Gate (1640m) to get permits and register. The trek through rainforest to Umbwe Camp (2930m) follows a steep forested track with rivers on either side. Tropical showers are likely, so keep your raincoat handy. You'll hike for 5-7 hours covering 11 km before reaching camp with tents already set up.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Umbwe Gate
- Acquire climbing permits
- Register with search and rescue service
- Trek through rainforest to Umbwe Camp
- Visit Umbwe Cave (optional walk from camp)
Optional Activities
- Short walk to Umbwe Cave near campsite
Landmarks/POIs Umbwe Gate Kilimanjaro National Park Umbwe Cave - Day 2
Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Camp
After breakfast, you'll meet your guide and crew at the hotel for a quick briefing, then drive to Umbwe Gate (1640m) to get permits and register. The trek through rainforest to Umbwe Camp (2930m) follows a steep forested track between rivers. Tropical showers are likely, so bring rain protection. You'll have tents waiting and dinner at camp after your hike.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Umbwe Gate
- Acquire climbing permits
- Register with search and rescue service
- Trek through rainforest to Umbwe Camp
- Visit Umbwe Cave (optional walk from camp)
Optional Activities
- Short walk to Umbwe Cave near campsite
Landmarks/POIs Umbwe Gate Kilimanjaro National Park Umbwe Cave - Day 3
Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp
You'll trek after breakfast toward Barranco Camp as the landscape shifts from rainforest to moorland with rocky outcrops. Walking a narrow ridge gives you clear views of Meru Volcano and Kilimanjaro in the distance. You'll pass through Senecio Forest before reaching Barranco Camp (3960m) around lunchtime. The afternoon is free for rest to help your body adjust to altitude. This hike takes 4-5 hours over 6 km.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at camp
- Trek through moorland and Senecio Forest to Barranco Camp
- Lunch at camp
Landmarks/POIs Meru Volcano Mount Kilimanjaro Barranco Valley Great Barranco Wall Kibo - Day 3
Umbwe Camp to Barranco Camp
You'll trek after breakfast toward Barranco Camp as the landscape shifts from rainforest to moorland with rocky outcrops. Walking a narrow ridge gives you clear views of Meru Volcano and Kilimanjaro in the distance. You'll pass through Senecio Forest before reaching Barranco Camp (3960m) by lunchtime. The afternoon is free for acclimatization rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at camp
- Trek through moorland and Senecio Forest to Barranco Camp
- Lunch at camp
Landmarks/POIs Meru Volcano Mount Kilimanjaro Barranco Valley Great Barranco Wall Kibo - Day 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
After breakfast you'll climb the Barranco Wall, reaching the top in roughly an hour. You'll stop to rest and take photos with Kibo volcano as your backdrop. From there the hike to Karanga Camp is more strenuous with lots of ups and downs. Lunch happens at camp. Later, you'll do an acclimatization hike to higher altitude before returning. Total hiking is about 5 km (4-5 hours) plus a 2.5 km acclimatization hike (1-2 hours).
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at camp
- Climb the Barranco Wall
- Hike to Karanga Camp
- Lunch at camp
- Acclimatization hike from camp
Landmarks/POIs Barranco Wall Kibo - Day 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
After breakfast you'll climb the Barranco Wall, reaching the top in roughly an hour. You'll stop to rest and take photos with Kibo volcano as your backdrop. From there the hike to Karanga Camp is more strenuous with lots of ups and downs. Lunch happens at camp, followed by an acclimatization hike to higher altitude before returning to camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at camp
- Climb the Barranco Wall
- Hike to Karanga Camp
- Lunch at camp
- Acclimatization hike from camp
Landmarks/POIs Barranco Wall Kibo - Day 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Summit Camp
You'll hike after breakfast toward Barafu Summit Camp (4640m), your staging point for the final push to Uhuru Peak (5835m). After arriving and having lunch, you'll rest for a few hours. Later you'll do an acclimatization hike to Kosovo Summit Camp (4800m) and come back to Barafu for dinner. Sleep is important tonight since you'll start your summit attempt just before midnight. Hiking covers 6 km (4-5 hours) plus 2 km for acclimatization (1-2 hours).
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at camp
- Hike to Barafu Summit Camp
- Lunch at camp
- Acclimatization hike to Kosovo Summit Camp
- Dinner at camp
Landmarks/POIs Barafu Summit Camp Kosovo Summit Camp Uhuru Peak - Day 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Summit Camp
You'll hike after breakfast toward Barafu Summit Camp (4640m), your staging point for the final push to Uhuru Peak (5835m). After arriving and having lunch, you'll rest for a few hours. Later you'll do an acclimatization hike to Kosovo Summit Camp (4800m) and return to Barafu for dinner. Get good sleep before your midnight summit attempt.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at camp
- Hike to Barafu Summit Camp
- Lunch at camp
- Acclimatization hike to Kosovo Summit Camp
- Dinner at camp
Landmarks/POIs Barafu Summit Camp Kosovo Summit Camp Uhuru Peak - Day 6
Barafu Camp to Millennium Camp
You'll wake just before midnight for tea and biscuits, then start your ascent to Uhuru Peak (5835m). The climb itself isn't technically difficult, but altitude will be your main challenge. Your guide stays with you the whole way to monitor how you're doing. After about 6 hours you'll reach Stella Point (5685m) on the crater rim where sunrise comes into view. Another hour gets you to Uhuru Peak with possible snow. You'll descend to Barafu Camp (3 hours), have a hot lunch, then continue down to Millennium Camp (3820m) for the night. Total hiking is 9-12 hours covering 15 km.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Tea and biscuits), Lunch (Hot lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Tea and biscuits at midnight
- Climb to Uhuru Peak
- Rest at Stella Point with sunrise views
- Optional descent to nearest glacier
- Lunch at Barafu Camp
- Descent to Millennium Camp
Optional Activities
- Descend to nearest glacier from Uhuru Peak
Landmarks/POIs Uhuru Peak Stella Point Kilimanjaro Crater - Day 6
Barafu Camp to Millennium Camp
You'll wake just before midnight for tea and biscuits, then start your ascent to Uhuru Peak (5835m). The climb itself isn't technically difficult, but altitude will be your main challenge. Your guide stays with you the whole way to monitor how you're doing. After about 6 hours you'll reach Stella Point (5685m) on the crater rim with sunrise views. Another hour gets you to Uhuru Peak with possible snow. You'll descend to Barafu Camp (3 hours), have hot lunch, then continue down to Millennium Camp (3820m) for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Tea and biscuits), Lunch (Hot lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Tea and biscuits at midnight
- Climb to Uhuru Peak
- Rest at Stella Point with sunrise views
- Optional descent to nearest glacier
- Lunch at Barafu Camp
- Descent to Millennium Camp
Optional Activities
- Descend to nearest glacier from Uhuru Peak
Landmarks/POIs Uhuru Peak Stella Point Kilimanjaro Crater - Day 7
Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate
You'll wake up in the forest camp feeling relieved and accomplished. After breakfast, you'll celebrate with your crew and give tips to your guides. From there it's a 3 hour descent to Mweka Gate (1640m). You'll write in the guestbooks and pick up your commemorative certificate at the office before transferring back to your hotel. The final hike down is 4-5 hours covering 12 km.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at camp
- Celebration with staff and crew
- Descent to Mweka Gate
- Present tips to guides and support crew
- Sign guestbooks
- Receive commemorative certificates
- Transfer to hotel
Landmarks/POIs Mweka Gate - Day 7
Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate
You'll wake up in the forest camp feeling relieved and accomplished. After breakfast, you'll celebrate with your crew and give tips to your guides. From there it's a 3 hour descent to Mweka Gate (1640m). You'll write in the guestbooks and get your commemorative certificate at the office before heading back to your hotel. End the day with a farewell dinner to celebrate your successful climb.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner to celebrate successful completion of the climb)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at camp
- Celebration with staff and crew
- Descent to Mweka Gate
- Present tips to guides and support crew
- Sign guestbooks
- Receive commemorative certificates
- Transfer to hotel
- Farewell dinner
Landmarks/POIs Mweka Gate - Day 8
Departure from Moshi
You'll have breakfast then transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international flight home. Hotel checkout is at 11:00 am. If your flight leaves in the evening, you can extend your hotel stay for an extra charge. Tanzania safari or beach time in Zanzibar are both available as optional add-ons if you want to stay longer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to airport
Optional Activities
- Extend hotel stay for extra charge
- Tanzania safari
- Beach relaxation in Zanzibar
Landmarks/POIs Kilimanjaro International Airport - Day 8
Departure from Moshi
You'll have breakfast then transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international flight home. Hotel checkout is at 11:00 am. If your flight leaves in the evening, you can extend your hotel stay for an extra charge. Tanzania safari or beach time in Zanzibar are both available as optional add-ons if you want to stay longer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to airport
Optional Activities
- Extend hotel stay for extra charge
- Tanzania safari
- Beach relaxation in Zanzibar
Landmarks/POIs Kilimanjaro International Airport
