DAY 1: ARRIVAL

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you’ll be greeted by our representative. They’ll escort you to Weru Weru River Lodge or similar accommodation. The lodge offers all the comforts for a pleasant stay: cozy rooms, hot water, friendly staff, a swimming pool, and Internet access. In the evening, there will be a briefing by our managers to ensure you’re prepared for the climb.

• BED & BREAKFAST Note: Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

DAY 2: TREKKING FROM MARANGU GATE TO MANDARA HUT

Your guide and mountain support crew will meet you at the hotel in the morning for a quick briefing. Then, you’ll travel by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park’s eastern entrance: Marangu Gate (1,860 m). After obtaining climbing permits and registering with the search and rescue service, the group will trek to Mandara Hut (2,700m). The trail passes through rainforest, so bring spare clothes and raincoats. Upon reaching the camp, the support crew will handle setup and lunch. You’ll spend the night in special huts along the Marangu route. It’s your first day at altitude, so follow instructions carefully.

• LUNCHEON;
• DINNER ELEVATION: 1,860 m to 2,700 m
• HIKING TIME: 5-7 hours
• DISTANCE: 11 km
• DIFFICULTY: Medium
• HABITAT: Rainforest
• DAY 3: TREKKING FROM MANDARA HUT TO HOROMBO HUT

After breakfast, depart Mandara Hut for a moderate trek to Horombo Hut (3,720 m). En route, enjoy views of Kibo and Mawenzi volcanoes. After lunch, complete an acclimatization hike towards Kibo Hut before returning to Horombo Hut for dinner. Note: Acclimatization hikes are crucial for summit success and altitude sickness prevention.

• BREAKFAST;
• LUNCH;
• DINNER ACCLIMATIZATION HIKE: Change in Elevation: Horombo Hut (3,720 m) — Destination point in route to Kibo Hut (3,920 m)
• HIKING DISTANCE: 2.5 km
• HIKING TIME: 1–2 hours
• ELEVATION: 2,700 m to 3,720 m
• HIKING TIME: 5-6 hours DISTANCE: 10 km
• DIFFICULTY: Medium
• HABITAT: Moorland

DAY 4: TREKKING FROM HOROMBO HUT TO KIBO HUT

After breakfast, trek to Kibo Hut (4,700 m). It’s not a difficult trek, but maintain an appropriate pace for the summit push. After lunch, rest, avoid strenuous activity, and hydrate.

• BREAKFAST;
• LUNCH;
• DINNER
• ELEVATION: 3,720 m to 4,700 m
• HIKING TIME: 4-8 hours
• DISTANCE: 10 km
• DIFFICULTY: High
• HABITAT: Alpine desert

DAY 5: TREKKING TO UHURU PEAK AND DESCENT TO HOROMBO HUT

Depart Kibo Hut for the trek to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). It’s physically moderate but altitude is a challenge. Each pair of climbers will have their own guide. After reaching Uhuru Peak, descend to Kibo Camp, rest, then continue to Horombo Hut. Note: Most accidents occur during descent; pay attention to your feet.

• BREAKFAST;
• LUNCH;
• DINNER ELEVATION: 4,700 m to 5,895 m to 3,720 m
• HIKING TIME: 8-12 hours
• DISTANCE: 15 km DIFFICULTY: High
• HABITAT: Arctic