Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro
Your driver guide will meet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport and drive you to Panama Garden Resort. After settling in from your flight, your guide goes over what the climb involves, including what gear to bring and how to dress for the conditions.
- Start point
- Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (Kilimanjaro International Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Panama Garden Resort)
Landmarks Kilimanjaro International Airport - Day 2
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Meet your guide and support crew at the hotel for a final briefing, then head to Marangu Gate on the eastern side of Kilimanjaro National Park. You'll handle permit paperwork and registration before trekking through the rainforest to Mandara Hut. Rain is common here, so make sure you have rain gear and extra clothes ready.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Trek from Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut through rainforest
Landmarks Marangu Gate Mandara Hut - Day 3
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut with Acclimatization Hike
After an early breakfast, trek to Horombo Hut where you can see both Kibo and Mawenzi volcanoes. Later in the day, do an acclimatization hike that climbs about 200 meters toward Kibo Hut, then drop back down to Horombo Hut for dinner and rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
- Acclimatization hike toward Kibo Hut
Landmarks Horombo Hut Kibo Mawenzi - Day 4
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Walk to Kibo Hut at high altitude. The route itself isn't technically hard, but you'll keep a controlled pace to save energy for tomorrow. Grab lunch at camp, then focus on resting, avoiding anything strenuous, and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Trek from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Landmarks Kibo Hut - Day 5
Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak and Back to Horombo Hut
Leave Kibo Hut at night and head for Uhuru Peak at the summit. While not technically difficult, the altitude makes it challenging, and each pair of climbers gets a dedicated guide checking on energy and mental state. Once you reach the top, you can walk out to the glacier if you want, then descend to Kibo Camp for a two-hour break before heading down to Horombo Hut.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Night trek to Uhuru Peak (Kilimanjaro's summit)
- Optional glacier visit at summit
- Descent to Horombo Hut
Landmarks Uhuru Peak - Day 6
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and Return to Resort
Have breakfast and descend to Marangu Gate where everyone celebrates together. You'll sign the guestbook, write down your thoughts about the climb, and receive your certificate. After that, your ride takes you back to Panama Garden Resort for your last night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Panama Garden Resort)
Included Activities
- Trek from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
- Certificate presentation ceremony
Landmarks Marangu Gate - Day 7
Departure
Rest at the hotel and prepare for your drive to the airport for your departure flight.
- End point
- Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (Kilimanjaro International Airport)
Landmarks Kilimanjaro International Airport
