Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

• Activity: Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by a Kishapui Africa Adventures representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha, your base for trek preparations. Spend the day resting, acclimatizing, and exploring Arusha’s local culture, markets, and coffee plantations.
• Accommodation Options:
  • Budget: Meru House Inn
  • Midrange: Mount Meru Hotel
  • Luxury: Arusha Coffee Lodge
• Meal Plan: Dinner at the hotel
• Extra Activities: City tour, Maasai market visit, or coffee plantation tour

Day 2: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

• Altitude: 2,100m → 2,650m
• Distance: 6 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hrs | Habitat: Rainforest
  Begin your trek at Londorossi Gate after completing park formalities. The route winds through lush rainforest, shaded trails, and chances to spot Colobus monkeys. This gentle start helps your body adjust to the climb.
• Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp (Camping)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Extra Activities: Guided nature walk, evening briefing

Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

• Altitude: 2,650m → 3,610m | Distance: 8 km | Hiking Time: 5–7 hrs | Habitat: Moorland
  Ascend from the rainforest into the stunning moorland zone. Enjoy expansive views of the Shira Plateau and, weather permitting, Kibo Peak in the distance.
• Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp (Camping)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Extra Activities: Sunset photography, stargazing

Day 4: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

• Altitude: 3,610m → 3,850m | Distance: 7 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hrs | Habitat: Moorland
  This day focuses on acclimatization as you cross the scenic Shira Plateau, famous for unique vegetation and dramatic rock formations. Enjoy a relaxed pace and take time for nature photography.
• Accommodation: Shira 2 Camp (Camping)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Extra Activities: Acclimatization hike, photography

Day 5: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

• Altitude: 3,850m → 4,600m → 3,900m | Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 7–8 hrs | Habitat: Semi-desert
  Ascend to the Lava Tower for stunning views, then descend to Barranco Camp to aid acclimatization. This is a challenging but essential day for preparing your body for higher altitudes.
• Accommodation: Barranco Camp (Camping)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Extra Activities: Barranco Wall briefing, acclimatization exercises

Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

• Altitude: 3,900m → 4,035m | Distance: 5 km | Hiking Time: 4–5 hrs | Habitat: Alpine desert
  Climb the famous Barranco Wall, a rewarding challenge, then enjoy a gentler trail to Karanga Camp. Continue acclimatization while soaking in panoramic mountain views.
• Accommodation: Karanga Camp (Camping)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Extra Activities: Afternoon acclimatization hike, summit briefing

Day 7: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

• Altitude: 4,035m → 4,640m | Distance: 4 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hrs | Habitat: Alpine desert
  A shorter but steep hike leads to Barafu Camp, your final camp before the summit. Rest and prepare for the midnight ascent.
• Accommodation: Barafu Camp (Camping)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Extra Activities: Final summit briefing, rest

Day 8: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak, Descend to Mweka Camp

• Altitude: 4,640m → 5,895m → 3,080m | Distance: 17 km | Hiking Time: 10–14 hrs | Habitat: Arctic summit → moorland
  Start the midnight ascent to Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak. Celebrate your triumph before descending to Mweka Camp for rest and recovery.
• Accommodation: Mweka Camp (Camping)
• Meals: Light snack before summit, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Extra Activities: Summit photography, celebration

Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, Transfer to Arusha

• Altitude: 3,080m → 1,640m | Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hrs | Habitat: Rainforest
  Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, receive your summit certificate, and transfer to Arusha to relax and celebrate your success.
• Accommodation Options:
  • Budget: Meru House Inn
  • Midrange: Mount Meru Hotel
  • Luxury: Arusha Coffee Lodge
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Extra Activities: Spa, massage, or souvenir shopping

Day 10: Departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport

Enjoy breakfast and free time in Arusha before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure, leaving with unforgettable memories of your Kilimanjaro adventure.

• Meals: Breakfast