Day 1: Moshi – Umbwe Gate – Umbwe Cave Camp

After breakfast, depart from Moshi and drive to Umbwe Gate (1,800m), where you will complete the necessary registration before beginning your climb. The trail ascends steeply through the dense rainforest, offering an immersive experience in nature. The trek covers 11 kilometers, gaining 1,200 meters in elevation, leading to Umbwe Cave Camp (3,000m) after approximately 6–7 hours of hiking.

• Elevation: 1,800m to 3,000m
• Distance: 11 km
• Hiking time: 6–7 hours
• Where you’ll be staying: Umbwe Cave Camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Umbwe Cave Camp – Barranco Camp

After breakfast, continue ascending towards Barranco Camp (3,950m). The path becomes steeper, following a ridge flanked by valleys on both sides, offering stunning panoramic views of Kilimanjaro’s rugged terrain. The 6-kilometer trek takes 4–5 hours, gaining 950 meters in elevation.

• Elevation: 3,000m to 3,950m
• Distance: 6 km
• Hiking time: 4–5 hours
• Where you’ll be staying: Barranco Camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp

Begin the day with the challenging ascent of Barranco Wall, reaching 4,250 meters before descending slightly to Karanga Camp (4,000m). Upon arrival, enjoy a hot lunch, followed by rest and acclimatization walks in the area. Though steep, this 4.25-kilometer trek takes 3–4 hours, making it a shorter but rewarding hike.

• Elevation: 3,950m to 4,250m (Barranco Wall), then down to 4,000m
• Distance: 4.25 km
• Hiking time: 3–4 hours
• Where you’ll be staying: Karanga Camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp

After breakfast at 8:30 am, continue trekking towards Barafu Camp (4,600m), your final base before the summit push. This 4.86-kilometer hike takes 3–4 hours through an increasingly alpine and barren landscape. Upon arrival, enjoy a hot lunch and rest before an early dinner. Take a short nap before waking at 11:00 pm to prepare for the summit attempt.

• Elevation: 4,000m to 4,600m
• Distance: 4.86 km
• Hiking time: 3–4 hours
• Where you’ll be staying: Barafu Camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp

Your summit push begins in the early morning hours, trekking towards Stella Point (5,750m) before reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895m)—the highest point in Africa. After celebrating this incredible achievement, descend back to Barafu Camp for rest and lunch before continuing the descent to Mweka Camp (3,100m).

• Elevation: 4,600m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak), then down to 3,100m
• Distance: 11.5 km
• Hiking time: 12–14 hours (ascent & descent)
• Where you’ll be staying: Mweka Camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi

Enjoy breakfast before making your final descent through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,700m). This 9.1-kilometer hike takes 2–3 hours. Upon arrival, receive your summit certificate before being transferred back to your hotel in Moshi, where you can enjoy a shower, lunch, and well-earned rest.

• Elevation: 3,100m to 1,700m
• Distance: 9.1 km
• Hiking time: 2–3 hours
• Where you’ll be staying: — (Transfer to your hotel in Moshi)
• Meals: Breakfast