Your climbing Kilimanjaro adventure begins with a scenic drive from Moshi to Marangu village, leading to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. After obtaining your permits, you’ll embark on a trek through lush rainforests, surrounded by diverse flora and fauna. Be prepared for potentially slippery trails; gaiters and trekking poles are highly recommended.

Habitat: Montane Forest

[Elevation: 9,000 ft ∼ 2,740 m, Trekking time: 4 to 5 hours].

In the morning, as you continue climbing Kilimanjaro, you’ll ascend through the heathland, where you’ll encounter giant lobelias and groundsels on your way to the open moorlands. Enjoy stunning views of Mawenzi before pausing for lunch amid breathtaking panoramas. Your journey concludes at Horombo Huts, nestled beneath the imposing Kibo Summit.

Habitat: Heathland

(Elevation: 12,100 ft ∼ 3,690 m, Trekking time: 6 to 8 hours).

In the morning, you’ll continue climbing Kilimanjaro with an acclimatization hike to Kibo Hut before returning to camp. After lunch, you can explore the surrounding area, capture stunning photos of Mawenzi Volcano, or simply rest in preparation for the trek to Kibo Hut. To optimize acclimatization, you’ll spend the night at Horombo Hut camp, staying at the same altitude.

Habiatat: Heathland

[Elevation: 12,100 ft ∼ 3,690 m, Trekking time: 6 to 8 hours].

In the morning, you’ll continue climbing Kilimanjaro by crossing the thinning heathland to a moonscape-like saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. Along the way, you’ll get a clear view of the summit climb up Kibo before settling in for the night at Kibo Huts.

Habitat: Alpine-Desert

[Elevation: 15,400 ft ∼ 4,695 m, Trekking time: 6 to 8 hours].

In the early hours, you’ll embark on the most challenging and rewarding day of climbing Kilimanjaro, starting your ascent under the starlit sky. The steep scree and snow-covered paths will test your endurance as you steadily make your way toward Gilman’s Point, a significant milestone on the crater rim. At midnight, you’ll begin the final push to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, aiming to arrive just in time for a breathtaking sunrise that will reward all your efforts.

As the first rays of light break over the horizon, you’ll stand on the Roof of Africa, taking in the unparalleled 360-degree views of the surrounding glaciers and plains below. This moment of triumph is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, capturing the essence of climbing Kilimanjaro.

After celebrating your achievement and capturing some unforgettable photos, you’ll begin your descent, retracing your steps back down the mountain. The journey back takes you past Gilman’s Point and down to Kibo Huts for a brief rest. From there, you’ll continue descending through the moonscape terrain, eventually arriving at Horombo Huts. Here, you’ll enjoy a well-deserved rest, reflecting on the incredible feat you’ve accomplished.

Habitat: Alpine-Desert

[Elevation: 19,340 ft ∼ 5,895 m, Trekking time: 5 to 6 hours to the summit, additional 6 to 8 hours to descend to Horombo Huts].

You’ll begin your descent from Horombo Huts to Mandara Huts, where you’ll take a break for lunch. Afterward, continue descending through the lush forest to Marangu Gate. Here, you’ll bid farewell to your climbing crew, receive your well-earned summit certificates, and then return to Moshi for a well-deserved rest at your hotel.

[Elevation: 6,000 ft ∼ 1,830 m, Trekking time: 6 to 7 hours].

Overnight at a lodge or hotel in Moshi.

Departure From Moshi – JRO

Depending on your flight schedule, our representative will arrive at your hotel to transfer you to the airport, where we will bid our farewells. This will mark the conclusion of your climbing Kilimanjaro adventure. Good luck!