Day 1, Moshi town:

Arriving at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA), you will be greeted upon arrival by our warm, friendly guide(s). You will be transferred to a hotel preferably Weruweru River Lodge or Sal Salnero Kilimanjaro Lodge or an alternative accommodation of the same standard will be provided if the primary accommodation options are unavailable so as to rest and relax after the long international flight. During the day on your way to the hotel from KIA-hotel you may get the chance to view the mountain beautifully showing itself for some time before shrouded in cloud. In the hotel you will enjoying a leisurely dinner in the hotel, notice the sounds and smells of Moshi town all around you.

Day 2: Briefing and equipment check.

You have the morning to rest and relax. After lunch, we will have a brief orientation and equipment check. Your guide will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. Gear which is missing can be rented on this day. you can use the rest of the day to perform activities offered at the hotel.

Day 3, Mandara Hut (2700m):

After breakfast our driver will take you and your guide(s) to Marangu gate ready to begin your trek. Start your climb walking to the rain forest to Mandara hut. Remember to drink enough water and move slowly to save the energy for next day. On the way you will enjoy the view of White and black colobus monkey, and birds. Hiking time is 3-4 hours and sometimes less or more depending with your steps..

Day 4, Horombo Hut (3700m):

After breakfast leave the glades of forest and follow an ascending path up the Moorland to Horombo hut. Hiking time is 5-7 hours. Also on the way you we observe some plant species like endemic plant such as Impatiens kilimanjari.

Day 5, Horombo Hut (3700m) Acclimatization day:

Horombo hut is a village of huts perched on a small plateau, with buildings similar to Mandara, but with a total capacity of 140 climbers! You will meet both ascending and descending hikers here. This extra day and night at Horombo is for additional acclimatization. A hike towards the Mawenzi ridge, passing the Zebra Rocks on the way (about 3.5 hours up and down), is strongly recommended. This hike will further assist with the process of acclimatization. Remember to drink enough water and move slowly. Also you will see Mawenzi peak.

Day 6, Kibo Hut (4700m):

Ascending we pass the “Last Water Point” walking on the saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi arriving at Kibo Hut. On the way, you are free to take some photos of any interesting features or with your professional guides for future remembrance. Hiking time is 5-6 hours.

Day 7: Uhuru Peak (5895m)/Horombo Hut (3700m):

A long, hard day! Leaving at midnight (00:00hrs) for the summit on steep and heavy scree up to Gilman’s Point at 5685m/18,466’. Before reaching Gilman’s point you will see Hans Meyer’s curve rest for few minutes and take some photos. Also at Gilman’s point you will take a rest and enjoy the view sat the crater rim before ascending up to Uhuru Peak. You will reach Uhuru Peak, the summit of Kilimanjaro at 19,340 feet, around 7 a.m. At this early hour, before the clouds close in, we have spectacular views of Africa in all directions. The hiking time is 6-7 hours to the summit. Then take some photos like the sunrise view.

From here you descend going straight down to Kibo Hut for lunch and then on to Horombo Hut for overnight. It is a long descent and trekking poles are recommended. Then we say congratulations, you have made it to the Roof of Africa!

Day 8, Moshi:

For those returning home you will be transferred to the Kilimanjaro International Airport to catch your flight. Those continuing on safari or to Zanzibar you will be picked up at your hotel for the continuation of your African tour.

Day 9, Moshi town/Departure:

For those returning home you will be transferred to the Kilimanjaro International Airport to catch your flight. Those continuing on safari or to Zanzibar you will be picked up at your hotel for the continuation of your African tour.

Climibng costs Includes:-

• Park fees, camping fees & rescue fees

• 18% VAT on tour fees & services

• 3 Season Mountain tents (double occupancy); except for Marangu route where we overnight in Huts

• Sleeping Bag

• 3-inch-thick foam Sleeping Mat/Pad

• Spacious mess tent with all tables and chairs for rest and dining.

• Transportation to & from the mountain gate

• Transportation to and from the airport (JRO Airport, additional charge of USD 50 for 1 way Arusha Airport tranfer)

• Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters

• Three meals daily while on the mountain

• Katadyn filtered water throughout the trek

• Hotel lodging the night before and the night after the climb with breakfast and dinner included (double occupancy)

• Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)

• Tree donation in support of our environmental conservation projects

• Supplemental Oxygen tanks & Pulse Oximeter

• 1 portable flush toilet with a toilet tent for group sizes of 4 and above.

• Free of charge use of a storage room and a safe room at the lodge

• Celebration dinner at the hotel after the trek

Climibng costs Excludes:-

• International and Domestic Flights

• Visa

• Tips to mountain crew (A recommended amount is USD 250-350 per participant)

• Single supplement – The tents are based in double occupancy; a single tent is arranged at an extra charge of USD 20 per day.

• Rental Gears

• Laundry Services

• Travel Insurance (Recommended – Travel insurance with medical cover on trekking to altitudes of up to 6000 meters and a helicopter evacuation)

• 1 portable flush toilet with a toilet tent for group sizes less than 4 people.