Your journey at a glance
The experience.
The route below is a suggested journey for private planning. Accommodation is confirmed by name and category in your quotation, subject to availability. Transfers and activities follow park rules, weather and operating conditions. Your planner will discuss pace, luggage limits and any accessibility needs before confirmation.
- Safari style
- Guided trek
- Party size
- 1–6 travellers
- Suited to
- Prepared adult trekkers
- Accommodation
- Mountain camping
Journey highlights
- Explore Mount Kilimanjaro with local guiding
What shapes your quote?
Your travel dates, number of travellers, accommodation and transfers all influence the cost. We confirm the exact stays and included services in writing. Tell us your budget and we’ll help you explore suitable options.
Request your personalised itinerary →Day by day.
Day 1Londorossi gate to Mti Mkubwa+
Mount Kilimanjaro — Mti Mkubwa camp
Rainforest trail after registration and crew checks. Walk at the pace agreed with the guide and complete daily health checks. Altitude symptoms may require descent; reaching the summit is never guaranteed.
- Activities
- Guided trekking and acclimatisation monitoring
- Accommodation
- Mti Mkubwa camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Transport
- Road transfer from Moshi to the park gate, then guided trekking
Day 2Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1+
Mount Kilimanjaro — Shira 1 camp
Climb out of the forest into heather and moorland. Walk at the pace agreed with the guide and complete daily health checks. Altitude symptoms may require descent; reaching the summit is never guaranteed.
- Activities
- Guided trekking and acclimatisation monitoring
- Accommodation
- Shira 1 camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Transport
- On foot; crew-supported expedition
Day 3Shira 1 to Shira 2+
Mount Kilimanjaro — Shira 2 camp
A measured crossing of the Shira plateau. Walk at the pace agreed with the guide and complete daily health checks. Altitude symptoms may require descent; reaching the summit is never guaranteed.
- Activities
- Guided trekking and acclimatisation monitoring
- Accommodation
- Shira 2 camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Transport
- On foot; crew-supported expedition
Day 4Shira 2 via Lava Tower to Barranco+
Mount Kilimanjaro — Barranco camp
A higher acclimatisation excursion followed by descent. Walk at the pace agreed with the guide and complete daily health checks. Altitude symptoms may require descent; reaching the summit is never guaranteed.
- Activities
- Guided trekking and acclimatisation monitoring
- Accommodation
- Barranco camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Transport
- On foot; crew-supported expedition
Day 5Barranco to Karanga+
Mount Kilimanjaro — Karanga camp
Cross the Barranco Wall with guide support, then traverse valleys. Walk at the pace agreed with the guide and complete daily health checks. Altitude symptoms may require descent; reaching the summit is never guaranteed.
- Activities
- Guided trekking and acclimatisation monitoring
- Accommodation
- Karanga camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Transport
- On foot; crew-supported expedition
Day 6Karanga to Barafu+
Mount Kilimanjaro — Barafu camp
A short ascent to high camp followed by rest and briefing. Walk at the pace agreed with the guide and complete daily health checks. Altitude symptoms may require descent; reaching the summit is never guaranteed.
- Activities
- Guided trekking and acclimatisation monitoring
- Accommodation
- Barafu camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Transport
- On foot; crew-supported expedition
Day 7Barafu to Uhuru Peak and Mweka+
Mount Kilimanjaro — Mweka camp
A conditional overnight summit attempt followed by a long descent. Walk at the pace agreed with the guide and complete daily health checks. Altitude symptoms may require descent; reaching the summit is never guaranteed.
- Activities
- Guided trekking and acclimatisation monitoring
- Accommodation
- Mweka camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Transport
- On foot; crew-supported expedition
Day 8Mweka gate and return to Moshi+
Mount Kilimanjaro — No overnight accommodation included
Descend through forest, complete park formalities and transfer. Walk at the pace agreed with the guide and complete daily health checks. Altitude symptoms may require descent; reaching the summit is never guaranteed.
- Activities
- Guided trekking and acclimatisation monitoring
- Accommodation
- No overnight accommodation included
- Meals
- Breakfast and packed lunch
- Transport
- On foot; road transfer to Moshi
Included
- Guiding and scheduled transfers described in the itinerary
- Accommodation for the stated nights, confirmed in the quotation
- Meals listed for each day
- Required park entry for scheduled visits
Not included
- International flights and entry visas
- Travel insurance, personal purchases and gratuities
- Optional excursions and meals not listed
Optional activities
- Extra Moshi accommodation before or after the trek
Travel information
Confirm passport, entry requirements, insurance and any medical preparations independently before travel. Share dietary and mobility requirements early. Pack soft luggage for light aircraft and follow the baggage allowance on the confirmed ticket.
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About this journey
Can this itinerary be changed?
Yes. Dates, accommodation and pace are confirmed with your planner before booking.
Is a request a confirmed reservation?
No. Availability, the written quotation and agreed deposit must be confirmed first.
