9 Days Guided Small Group Tour Visit to Kilimanjaro National Park

Day 1: LONDOROSSI GATE to MTI MKUBWA

1. Mount Kilimanjaro
   4h · Admission ticket included
   7,742’~2,360m ∙ 3 mi~4.8 km ∙ 3-4 hrs
   After a restful night at the hotel, we begin our trek from western side checking in at the Londorossi gate. The trail with gently ascend through the montane forest until you are welcomed into camp under the Climb Kili banner with tents set up and your personal belongings inside. Tonight’s camp is nestled in the Kilimanjaro rain forest at the Mti Mkubwa which in Swahili means Big Tree.

Day 2: MTI MKUBWA to SHIRA CAMP

1. Mount Kilimanjaro
   4h · Admission ticket included
   11,500’~3,505m ∙ 4.9 mi ~ 8km 5-6 hrs
   We continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. In the afternoon we follow the Shira ridge the vast high altitude desert plateau where the first views of Mt Kilimanjaro open on the horizon and the landscape is a magnificent contrast from the departed rain forest.

Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

1. Mount Kilimanjaro
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Elevation Gain: From 3,505m to 3,850m
   Trekking Time: 3-4 hours
   Distance: 7 km
   Habitat: Moorland
   A shorter trek day that involves a gentle walk across the Shira Plateau, one of the highest plateaus on earth, with optional acclimatization hikes in the afternoon. This day helps your body adjust to the altitude.

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Moir Hut

1. Mount Kilimanjaro
   6h · Admission ticket included
   Elevation Gain: From 3,850m to 4,200m
   Trekking Time: 3-4 hours
   Distance: 7 km
   Habitat: Alpine Desert
   The route now steers north towards Moir Hut, located at the base of the Lent Hills. This area is less traveled and offers a serene and remote hiking experience. Optional acclimatization walks are available in the afternoon.

Day 5: Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp

1. Mount Kilimanjaro
   5h · Admission ticket included
   Elevation Gain: From 4,200m to 4,020m
   Trekking Time: 5-7 hours
   Distance: 12 km
   Habitat: Alpine Desert
   Trekking across the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro, this day involves a mix of ascents and descents. The terrain is rugged, and the views of the Kenyan plains to the north are spectacular.

Day 6: Buffalo Camp to Rongai Third Cave

1. Mount Kilimanjaro
   5h · Admission ticket included
   Elevation Gain: From 4,020m to 3,800m
   Trekking Time: 5-7 hours
   Distance: 8 km
   Habitat: Alpine Desert
   The route dips down before climbing again towards the Third Cave. The variation in altitude aids acclimatization while offering diverse landscapes and possible wildlife sightings.

Day 7: Third Cave to School Hut

1. Mount Kilimanjaro
   8h · Admission ticket included
   Elevation Gain: From 3,800m to 4,800m
   Trekking Time: 4-5 hours
   Distance: 5 km
   Habitat: Alpine Desert
   A steep ascent to School Hut where you will rest and prepare for the midnight summit attempt. It's crucial to hydrate and rest adequately on this day.

Day 8: School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Millennium Camp

1. Mount Kilimanjaro
   10h · Admission ticket included
   Summit Elevation: From 4,800m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak) and descent to 3,820m
   Trekking Time: 6-8 hours to summit, 6-8 hours to descend
   Distance: 6 km ascent, 12 km descent
   Habitat: Arctic
   The summit day starts around midnight, aiming for Uhuru Peak at sunrise. After reaching the summit, the descent follows the same path back to Barafu for a short rest, then down to Millennium Camp for a well-earned rest.

Day 9: Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   5h
   Elevation Loss: From 3,820m to 1,640m
   Trekking Time: 6-8 hours
   Distance: 10 km
   Habitat: Rainforest
   The final descent takes you through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where successful climbers receive their summit certificates.

Pickup details

We collect our clients from the Summit Safari Lodge or any hotel in Arusha.

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness