Itinerary
- Day 1
Kilimanjaro International Airport to Moshi
You'll land at Kilimanjaro International Airport where someone from the tour company meets you for the drive to your hotel in Moshi. Get settled in your room, and then join an evening briefing with the climb representatives who'll walk you through what to expect and answer any questions. Check-in starts at 2:00 PM if you're arriving earlier.
- Start point
- Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (Pick up at Kilimanjaro International Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Aishi Machame Hotel)
Included Activities
- Meet and greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Climb briefing with mountain representatives
Landmarks/POIs Kilimanjaro International Airport - Day 2
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
After an early breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and the support crew for a quick rundown before heading to Marangu Gate at Kilimanjaro National Park. You'll handle climbing permits and search and rescue registration, then start trekking through the rainforest toward Mandara Hut. Bring a raincoat and extra clothes since tropical showers happen regularly. The crew sets up camp and has lunch ready when you arrive.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Early breakfast at hotel), Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alpine style dormitory huts)
Included Activities
- Hiking from Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut (11 km, 5-7 hours)
- Kilimanjaro National Park climbing permits
- Search and rescue service registration
Landmarks/POIs Marangu Gate Mandara Hut 
- Day 3
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut with Acclimatization Hike
You'll trek from Mandara Hut after breakfast, heading toward Horombo Hut where you can see both Kibo and Mawenzi volcanoes. After lunch, do an acclimatization hike gaining about 200 meters toward Kibo Hut, then head back to Horombo Hut for dinner. These acclimatization hikes matter because your body needs time to adjust to the altitude, and it significantly increases your chances of reaching the summit successfully.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alpine style dormitory huts)
Included Activities
- Hiking from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (10 km, 5-6 hours)
- Acclimatization hike from Horombo Hut toward Kibo Hut and return (2.5 km, 1-2 hours)
Optional Activities
- Extra acclimatization night at Horombo Hut (additional cost) - includes acclimatization hike toward Kibo Camp and return, rest period, and photography time with volcano backdrop
Landmarks/POIs Horombo Hut Mount Kibo Mount Mawenzi - Day 4
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Head out after breakfast and trek to Kibo Hut at a measured pace so you save energy for tomorrow's summit push. The trail isn't technically hard, but going slow and steady is essential. Once you arrive, grab lunch and spend the rest of the day recovering. Sleep as much as you can, skip anything strenuous, and drink plenty of water to prepare for the overnight climb ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alpine style dormitory huts)
Included Activities
- Hiking from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (10 km, 4-8 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Kibo Hut - Day 5
Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Hut
The summit attempt starts with a night departure from Kibo Hut toward Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m. You'll trek at a reasonable pace, but altitude becomes the real challenge. Each pair of climbers gets their own guide who keeps an eye on your energy levels and mental state. After reaching the summit, you can head down to see the nearest glacier if you want. Then it's back to Kibo Hut for a two-hour rest before descending to Horombo Hut.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alpine style dormitory huts)
Included Activities
- Night trek from Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) and descent to Horombo Hut (16 km, 9-12 hours total)
- Optional descent to nearest glacier from Uhuru Peak
Landmarks/POIs Uhuru Peak 
- Day 6
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and Return to Moshi
Have a warm breakfast, then make the final descent from Horombo Hut down to Marangu Gate. When the group reaches the park exit, everyone gathers to celebrate finishing the climb. Write your thoughts in the guestbook and get your commemorative summit certificate. After that, transfer back to your hotel in Moshi for your last night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Warm breakfast at Horombo Hut)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Aishi Machame Hotel)
Included Activities
- Hiking from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate (18 km, 5-6 hours)
- Group celebration and certificate presentation at Marangu Gate
- Summit completion ceremony and guestbook signing
Landmarks/POIs Marangu Gate - Day 7
Moshi to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Eat breakfast at the hotel before heading to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home. Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM. If your flight leaves in the evening, you can arrange a late check-out for an extra fee.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Late hotel check-out for evening flights (additional fee)
Landmarks/POIs Kilimanjaro International Airport
