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Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Volcanoes National Park
Tour Overview
Tour Highlights
What makes this trip special
Elevation Profile
How the altitude climbs, day by day
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Your trip, day by day
Day 1: Londorossi Gate – Shira 1 Camp (approx. 3,050m)
After registration at the gate, the climb begins through lush rainforest. Along the way you can spot monkeys and bird species. Shira 1 Camp sits on a wide plateau, ideal for dinner and relaxation.
Day 2: Shira 1 Camp – Shira 2 Camp (approx. 3,850m)
Today you continue hiking through moorland and heath vegetation, enjoying the Shira Plateau and the grand views of Kilimanjaro. Shira 2 Camp offers a quiet spot for rest and acclimatization.
Day 3: Shira 2 Camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp (approx. 3,960m)
The climb to the Lava Tower aids acclimatization. You then continue to Barranco Camp, which lies at the foot of the Barranco Wall. Along the way there are numerous photo opportunities.
Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (approx. 4,035m)
Today you climb the Barranco Wall, a moderate scramble with spectacular views. Afterwards you continue to Karanga Camp, a smaller, quiet camp.
Day 5: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (approx. 4,640m)
The climb leads through alpine desert landscape to Barafu Camp, base camp for summit day. In the afternoon, rest and preparation for the night climb.
Day 6: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (approx. 3,100m)
Early morning start for the summit. The climb takes about 6–8 hours. From Uhuru Peak you enjoy spectacular views over Africa. After photos and a break, the descent to Mweka Camp begins, where you recover.
Day 7: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Return to Hotel
After breakfast you descend through forest and open plains back to Mweka Gate. After official registration you are taken back to your accommodation in Moshi or Arusha.
Day 8: Rest & Departure
After the climb you can use the day for rest, wellness, or exploring Moshi or Arusha. Afterwards, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
What's Included & Excluded
Know exactly what your package covers
Included
- Kilimanjaro National Park entry & camping/hut fees
- KPAP-certified mountain guides, cooks and porters
- All meals on the mountain (breakfast, packed lunch, dinner, hot drinks)
- Mountain camping equipment or hut accommodation (route-dependent)
- Treated drinking water throughout the climb
- Government rescue fees
- Airport transfer on arrival/departure
- Pre-climb briefing and equipment check
Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel & medical evacuation insurance
- Tips for guides, cooks and porters
- Personal climbing gear (boots, jacket, sleeping bag)
- Alcoholic drinks and snacks
- Hotel accommodation before/after the climb (unless stated)
Best Time to Travel
The clearest, driest climbing conditions fall in two windows: late June through October, and January to mid-March. Kilimanjaro can be climbed year-round, but the short and long rains (November, and April-May) bring wetter trails and lower summit visibility.
Camping (mountain tents, full trekking crew)
Full board on the mountain, prepared by our mountain cooks
What to Pack
Suggested gear for this trip
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