Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and Transfer to Hotel in Moshi
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel in the town of Moshi. Moshi, located in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, is a vibrant town with a mix of Tanzanian culture and international influences. The transfer from the airport to your hotel typically takes about an hour. After checking in at your hotel, you’ll have a chance to meet your trekking team, review the trip details, and make final preparations for your climb.

Day 2: Marangu Gate (1,830m) to Mandara Hut
Your trek begins at Marangu Gate, which is the starting point for the Marangu Route, one of the more popular trails up Kilimanjaro. The hike to Mandara Hut, located at an elevation of 2,700 meters, usually takes around 4-6 hours. You’ll pass through lush rainforests, where you might spot colobus monkeys and various bird species. The trail is well-maintained and gradually ascends.

Day 3: Mandara Hut (2,700m) to Horombo Hut (3,720m). Elevation Gain: 1020m
On this day, you’ll continue through the rainforest before reaching the heathland zone. The hike typically takes around 6-8 hours, and you’ll ascend approximately 1,020 meters in elevation. As you gain altitude, the landscape changes, offering breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro’s slopes and the surrounding scenery. Horombo Hut, situated at 3,720 meters, provides a comfortable place to rest and acclimatize.

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Hut (4,300m) to Horombo Hut. Elevation Gain: 580m
This day offers a chance to explore the Mawenzi area, providing you with impressive views of the rugged Mawenzi Peak. The trek to Mawenzi Hut and back to Horombo Hut usually takes 4-6 hours. The route is challenging, and the landscape is characterized by alpine desert terrain with unique flora adapted to the harsh conditions.

Day 5: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,730m). Elevation Gain: 990m
The journey to Kibo Hut involves hiking through the Saddle, a high-altitude desert area situated between Mawenzi and Kibo. The day’s hike takes approximately 6-8 hours and covers an elevation gain of about 430 meters. Kibo Hut, at an elevation of 4,730 meters, is the last stopping point before your summit attempt. It’s a stark and rugged environment, but it’s essential for acclimatization.

Day 6: Kibo Hut to Summit (5,895m) to Horombo Hut. Elevation Gain: 1165m. Elevation Loss: 2075m
Summit day is both challenging and rewarding. You’ll start your ascent in the middle of the night, aiming to reach Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters. The hike typically takes 7-8 hours to reach the summit and an additional 5-6 hours to descend to Horombo Hut. The trek involves passing Gilman’s Point and Stella Point, both important milestones before reaching the highest point in Africa. The descent to Horombo Hut allows you to rest and recover.

Day 7: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate (1,800m). Elevation Loss: 1,920m
The final day of your trek involves a descent from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate, which usually takes about 5-7 hours. As you descend, you’ll transition through various ecological zones, from alpine desert back to the lush rainforest. Once at Marangu Gate, you’ll receive your well-deserved summit certificate and be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi for a celebration dinner.

Day 8: Fly back or continue with part 2 of the tour, i.e. Wildlife Safari
Your expedition concludes on the 8th day, and you can either choose to fly back home, having accomplished the incredible feat of summiting Mount Kilimanjaro, or continue your journey with part 2 of the tour, which may involve exploring the iconic national parks of Tanzania, such as Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire, on a thrilling wildlife safari.

KILIMANJARO TRIP IS DONE IN 3 PARTS, I.E. MOUNT KILIMANJARO TREK (COSTING $2600), WILDLIFE SAFARI (COSTING $700) & MOUNT MERU TREK (COSTING $475), IN THAT ORDER. YOU CAN BOOK FOR FIRST, FIRST TWO OR ALL 3 PARTS OF THE TRIP.

Day 1: Moshi – Meriakamba Hut (Full board)

We drive from Moshi to Momela Gate. After a short registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us, simply we can see along the way the wild animals including elephants, zebras, and giraffe, monkeys, antelope, and often elephants along the route. Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut.

Elevation (m): (1,387 m to (1,500 m)
Elevation(ft): 4,921 ft) to 3,000 ft )
Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.

Day 2: Meriakamba – Saddle Hut (Full board)

The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. After hot lunch at Saddle Hut we can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for superb views just before sunset. Dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut.

Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 3,570 m
Elevation(ft): 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km | Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland.

Day 3: Saddle Hut – Summit Day (Full board)

We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridge line between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Momella gate. The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to pick you to Moshi town.

Elevation(m): 3,570 m to 4,565m to 2,514m
Elevation(ft): 14,977ft to 11,712 ft to 8,250ft
Distance: 5 km up 13 km down | Hiking Time: 12–14 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane forest.