No trekking activities are scheduled today. Upon arrival, you will transfer to your lodge, where you can relax and prepare for the adventure ahead. In the evening, you will meet your mountain guide for a detailed pre-climb briefing and final equipment check.

• Accommodation
• Chanya Lodge

After breakfast, you will drive from Moshi or Arusha to the Machame Gate, where park formalities are completed before the trek begins. The trail winds through a vibrant rainforest filled with towering trees, colorful vegetation, and diverse wildlife. Afternoon showers are common in this zone, adding a fresh atmosphere and making parts of the path slippery. A gradual but steady climb leads you upward, eventually emerging from the dense forest into the open heath and moorland landscape.

• Accommodation
• Machame campsite, 3010m or 9875ft

Today’s trek takes you through the scenic heath and moorland zone, following a steep ridge to Picnic Rock, a popular viewpoint with breathtaking panoramas. On clear days, you can enjoy stunning views of Kibo Peak, home to Uhuru Peak, as well as the rugged formations of the Shira Plateau stretching across the western horizon. In the distance, you may also spot Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest mountain. After the climb, the trail becomes gentler and more relaxed, leading to camp through open landscapes with spectacular mountain views throughout the afternoon.

• Accommodation
• Shira two Campsite, 3845m or 1261ft

Today’s trek follows the classic acclimatization strategy of “climb high, sleep low.” You will ascend steadily toward Kibo Peak, crossing the rugged alpine desert to reach Lava Tower at 4,630 metres. This higher-altitude hike helps your body adjust to the thinner air while providing an opportunity to assess how well you are acclimatizing. From Lava Tower, the route descends into the scenic Barranco Valley, passing the iconic giant groundsel plants, a unique feature of Kilimanjaro’s landscape. The day concludes at a lower elevation, allowing for better recovery and improved acclimatization before the higher stages of the climb.

• Accommodation
• Barranco Campsite 3990m or 12990ft

After breakfast, you will tackle the famous Barranco Wall, an exciting non-technical scramble that offers a true sense of mountaineering without requiring climbing experience or specialized equipment. Reaching the top rewards you with impressive views of the valley below and the distant Heim Glacier. The trek then continues through the alpine desert, following a winding trail around the mountain before descending into and climbing out of Karanga Valley. This area marks the final reliable water source on the route before the summit push.

• Accommodation
• Karanga Campsite 4040m or 13255ft

Today’s trek is a shorter but important stage as you cross the barren alpine desert toward the base of Kibo Peak. Although the trail is not particularly steep, a slow and steady pace is maintained to conserve energy and aid acclimatization. As you gain elevation, you may catch your first clear views of Mawenzi Peak, Kilimanjaro’s dramatic second-highest summit. Arriving at camp early in the day allows ample time to rest, hydrate, and prepare for the midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak.

• Accommodation
• Barafu Campsite, 4640m or 15225ft.

Just after midnight, you will begin the final summit push toward Uhuru Peak, trekking through the cold and rugged Arctic zone under the night sky. The ascent follows a steep, winding trail across loose volcanic scree, leading gradually to Stella Point on the crater rim. From there, a challenging final stretch brings you to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your achievement and taking in the sunrise views, you will descend to base camp for breakfast and a short rest. The journey then continues downhill through the alpine desert, moorland, and rainforest zones before reaching Mweka Camp, where you can relax after an unforgettable day on the mountain.

• Accommodation
• Mweka Campsite, 3080m or 10105ft

Your Kilimanjaro adventure concludes with a scenic descent through the lush southern rainforest. The trail leads down to Mweka Gate, where your transfer vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Moshi. Before departing, you will have the opportunity to thank and bid farewell to your mountain crew, whose support and dedication have been an essential part of your successful journey to the summit. This marks the end of an unforgettable experience on Africa’s highest mountain.

• Accommodation
• Chanya Lodge