DAY ONE: ARRIVAL IN ARUSHA
As you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, our dedicated
driver will be eagerly anticipating your arrival at the airport holding a sign with your
name on it, ready to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome. From there, a seamless
and comfortable transfer service will whisk you away to our enchanting Springlands
Hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will be served a delicious meal. Later on, our
experienced Mountain coordinators will give you a pre-trekking briefing, an exciting
opportunity to learn about the wonders that await you on your upcoming
expedition.
Enjoy the relaxing environment of Springland Hotel with a swimming pool, a
beautiful garden with a bar and a restaurant.
DAY TWO: SPRINGLANDS HOTEL-LONDROSSI PARK TO MTI MKUBWA(BIG TREE CAMP)
Altitude: 2,200 m – 2,780 m
Hiking distance: 7 km
Hiking time: 5hours time:
On the first day, after breakfast and receiving instructions from your guide at the
Springland Hotel, you will be transported to Londrossi Park Gate (2250m, 1.5
hours). While en route to Londorossi Gate, there will be a chance to encounter
various animals such as giraffes and zebras. After registration at Londrossi Park
Gate the trekking start by walking along beautiful forest trails to a Mti Mkubwa
campsite, (2750m, 3 hours). At the Mti Mkubwa campsite, the porters will handle all
the arrangements, including setting up tents, while our chef prepares lunch for you.
Following lunch, you'll have the opportunity to relax and rest until dinner time.
Later in the evening, after dinner, our experienced guide will provide you with a
briefing about the upcoming day trekking.
DAY THREE: MTI MKUBWA CAMP | SHIRA CAMP 1
Altitude: 2,780 m – 3,500 m
Hiking distance: 5 km
Hiking time: 4–5 hours
On the second day, you will rise early for breakfast and commence the brief hike
from Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 camp. This usually takes no more than 5 hours. The
west face of Kibo volcano (usually referred to as Kilimanjaro) looms above the
campsite. This hike traverses the lower moorland where large shrubs and
wildflowers dominate 5 the landscape. Upon reaching the Shira 1 campsite, our
dedicated porters will take care of all the arrangements, such as pitching tents,
while our chef prepares your lunch. After enjoying your meal, you'll have a chance
to unwind and rest until dinnertime. In the evening, following dinner, our
experienced guide will brief you about the trekking plans for the next day.
DAY FOUR: SHIRA CAMP 1 | SHIRA CAMP 2
Altitude: 3,500m – 3,840 m
Hiking distance: 5 km
Hiking time: 5–6 hours
On the third day, you will wake up early for breakfast and commence the brief hike
from Shira 1 to Shira 2 camp. This usually takes no more than 5-6 hours. The trek is
relatively easy, allowing you to relish breathtaking views of Africa. Upon reaching
the Shira 2 campsite, our dedicated porters will take care of all the arrangements,
such as pitching tents, while our chef prepares your lunch. After enjoying your
meal, you'll have a chance to unwind and rest until dinnertime. In the evening,
following dinner, our experienced guide will brief you about the trekking plans for
the next day.
DAY FIVE: SHIRA CAMP 2 | LAVA TOWER | BARRANCO CAMP
Altitude: 3,840 m – 3,960 m
Hiking distance: 11 km
Hiking time: 7–8 hours
Begin the day with an early wake-up call and enjoy a wholesome breakfast to fuel
up for the day's trek. The route might include climbing the renowned lava tower
area and then descending to the Barranco campsite. The day trekking turns east
into a semi-desert and rocky landscape surrounding Lava Tower, where you reach
an altitude of 4630m after about 5 hours walk. Lunch is served in a designated area
before ascending the rocky scree path to Lava Tower (4630m). The most challenging
day so far. It is normally around this point, where for the first time, some climbers
will start to feel symptoms of breathlessness, irritability and headaches. After lunch,
your descent again by almost 680m to the Barranco camping area and after
reaching the high altitude of 4600m at Lava Tower, the true acclimatization benefit
of this day becomes clear. This descent to Barranco camp takes about 2 hours and
offers excellent opportunities to take some beautiful photographs of the Western
Breach and Breach Wall. The camp is situated in a valley below the Breach and
Great Barranco Wall, which should provide you with a memorable sunset while you
wait for the preparation of your dinner and overnight at Barranco camp.
DAY SIX: BARRANCO CAMP | KARANGA CAMP
Altitude: 3,960 m – 4,035 m
Hiking distance: 5 km
Hiking time: 5 hours
Start the day early with a wake-up call and have a nourishing breakfast to prepare
for the day's trek. The trek may involve ascending the famous Barranco Wall, a
steep but exhilarating section of the route. After conquering the Barranco Wall, you
will descend into the beautiful Karanga Valley, a scenic area with lush vegetation
and stunning landscapes. Reach the Karanga campsite, upon arrival, the porters will
set up tents and take care of the campsite arrangements, while our chef prepares
your lunch. After enjoying your meal, you will get an opportunity for an
acclimatization hike towards Barafu Camp, ascending 200 meters in altitude,
followed by a descent back to the campsite. In the evening, a hot meal will be
prepared by the camp's chef. After dinner, your experienced guide will provide a
briefing for the next day trekking, discussing the route, challenges, and any
important information.
DAY SEVEN: KARANGA CAMP | BARAFU CAMP
Altitude: 4,035 m – 4,640 m
Hiking distance: 5 km
Hiking time: 5 hours
Start the day early with a wake-up call and have a hearty breakfast to fuel your
body for the day trek. Set off on the trek towards Barafu campsite. The trail may
involve a mix of terrains, including rocky sections and gradual slopes. You will enjoy
the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes and the stunning beauty of
Kilimanjaro's high-altitude terrain. As you ascend towards the Barafu campsite,
you'll continue the process of acclimatization to the increasing altitude. Take your
time and listen to your body to avoid altitude-related issues. Upon reaching the
Barafu campsite, our dedicated porters will take care of all the arrangements, such
as pitching tents, while our chef prepares your lunch. After enjoying your meal,
you'll have a chance to rest until dinnertime. In the evening after dinner, your
experienced guide will conduct a summit briefing, providing essential information
about the upcoming summit attempt. The guide will discuss the route, challenges,
safety measures, and necessary preparations. After dinner, try to get as much rest
as possible, as you will be starting the summit ascent in the late evening.
DAY EIGHT: BARAFU CAMP | SUMMIT | MWEKA CAMP
Altitude: 4,640 m – 5, 895 m – 3,090 m
Hiking distance: 17 km
Hiking time: 15+ hours
You will rise around 23h30, and after some tea and biscuits, you shuffle off into the
night. You will head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree
towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This 6-hour walk to Stella Point is for many
climbers, mentally and physically the most challenging on the route. At Stella Point
(5685m) you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most
magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella
Point, you will normally encounter snow on your 2-hour ascent to Uhuru Peak. The
time you will spend on the summit will depend on the weather conditions. Do not
stop here for too long, as it will be extremely difficult to start again due to cold and
fatigue. Enjoy your accomplishment and a day to remember for the rest of your life.
The walk back to Barafu from the summit takes about 3 hours. Here you will have a
well-earned but short rest and collect the rest of your gear, before heading down to
Mweka Camp for dinner and overnight.
DAY NINE: MWEKA CAMP | MWEKA PARK GATE | SPRINGLANDS HOTEL
Altitude: 3,090 m – 1,650 m
Hiking distance: 10 km
Hiking time: 4-5 hours
After Breakfast in Mweka camp, you will be descending to Mweka gate, then
transported back to Springlands Hotel and you will be served a delicious hot lunch
and a long overdue hot shower. At the end of the trip, expressing your gratitude
through tips is suggested, which are greatly valued. Special envelopes are available
at Springlands Hotel, provided to clients for placing their tips.
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