Mount Kilimanjaro Trek (Tanzania, Africa) – 01 May 2026

Trek Highlights

• Summit Mount Kilimanjaro – the Roof of Africa
• One of the Seven Summits of the World
• Experience multiple climate zones in one trek
• Trek through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert & glaciers
• Conquer the iconic Uhuru Peak (19,350 ft)
• Thrilling climb via Barranco Wall
• Witness sunrise above the clouds at the summit
• Enjoy clear night skies & Milky Way views
• Supported trek with guides + porters (comfort expedition)

Trek Details

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival → Moshi

Altitude: 2,600 ft
Drive Distance: 42 km
Duration: 1 hour

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Moshi. Pre-climb briefing and gear check.

Day 2 – Moshi → Machame Gate → Machame Camp

Altitude: 9,800 ft
Trek Distance: 11 km
Duration: 5–6 hours

Begin trek through lush rainforest trails to reach Machame Camp.

Day 3 – Machame Camp → Shira Camp

Altitude: 12,500 ft
Trek Distance: 5–6 km
Duration: 4–5 hours

Ascend into moorland terrain with expansive mountain views.

Day 4 – Shira → Lava Tower → Barranco Camp

Altitude: 12,800 ft
Trek Distance: 10 km
Duration: 5–6 hours

Acclimatization day with climb to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp.

Day 5 – Barranco Camp → Karanga Camp

Altitude: 13,100 ft
Trek Distance: 6 km
Duration: 4–5 hours

Climb the famous Barranco Wall and continue to Karanga Camp.

Day 6 – Karanga Camp → Barafu Camp

Altitude: 15,400 ft
Trek Distance: 4 km
Duration: 3–4 hours

Short trek to base camp before summit push. Rest and prepare.

Day 7 – Barafu → Uhuru Peak → Millennium Camp

Altitude: 19,350 ft (Summit)
Trek Distance: 16 km
Duration: 10–12 hours

Midnight summit attempt to Uhuru Peak. Witness sunrise and descend to Millennium Camp.

Day 8 – Millennium Camp → Mweka Gate → Moshi

Trek Distance: 13 km
Duration: 5–6 hours

Descend through rainforest and drive back to Moshi for rest.

Day 9 – Departure

Transfer: Moshi → Airport

Departure with unforgettable memories and summit achievement.