Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a Kishapui Africa Adventures representative will welcome you and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. Relax, explore local markets, or visit cultural sites while preparing for your trek.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Budget: Meru House Inn
  • Midrange: Mount Meru Hotel
  • Luxury: Arusha Coffee Lodge
• Meal Plan: Dinner at your accommodation
• Optional Activities: Visit local markets or Cultural Heritage Centre

Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp

• Altitude: 1,800m → 3,000m
• Distance: 11 km | Hiking Time: 5–7 hours | Habitat: Rainforest

After breakfast, transfer to Machame Gate for registration and begin your trek through the lush rainforest. Spot wildlife like colobus monkeys while ascending steadily to Machame Camp, your first night under the stars.

• Accommodation: Machame Camp (Tented Camp)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Extra Activity: Evening acclimatization walk

Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp

• Altitude: 3,000m → 3,850m
• Distance: 5 km | Hiking Time: 4–6 hours | Habitat: Moorland

Leave the rainforest behind and enter the moorland zone, trekking across rocky terrain and open landscapes. Reach Shira Camp on the Shira Plateau with spectacular sunset views of Kibo Peak.

• Accommodation: Shira Camp (Tented Camp)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Extra Activities: Short hike to Shira Cathedral, stargazing

Day 4: Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

• Altitude: 3,850m → 4,600m → 3,900m
• Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 7–8 hours | Habitat: Semi-Desert

This acclimatization day involves trekking to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp. Enjoy views of the Barranco Valley and its unique Senecio trees while allowing your body to adjust to higher altitudes.

• Accommodation: Barranco Camp (Tented Camp)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Extra Activity: Explore the base of Barranco Wall

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

• Altitude: 3,900m → 4,035m
• Distance: 5 km | Hiking Time: 4–5 hours | Habitat: Alpine Desert

Climb the iconic Barranco Wall before continuing to Karanga Camp, a shorter hike that provides additional time for acclimatization.

• Accommodation: Karanga Camp (Tented Camp)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Extra Activity: Optional short acclimatization hike

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

• Altitude: 4,035m → 4,640m
• Distance: 4 km | Hiking Time: 4–5 hours | Habitat: Alpine Desert

Ascend across the rocky alpine desert to Barafu Camp, the base for your midnight summit attempt. Prepare for the challenging final push to Uhuru Peak.

• Accommodation: Barafu Camp (Tented Camp)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Extra Activity: Summit preparation and rest

Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak – Descent to Mweka Camp

• Altitude: 4,640m → 5,895m → 3,100m
• Distance: 15 km | Hiking Time: 10–14 hours | Habitat: Arctic → Rainforest

Begin the final ascent around midnight to Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak. Celebrate reaching Africa’s highest summit before descending to Mweka Camp for rest.

• Accommodation: Mweka Camp (Tented Camp)
• Meal Plan: Light breakfast, summit snack, lunch, dinner

Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Return to Arusha

• Altitude: 3,100m → 1,640m
• Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hours | Habitat: Rainforest

Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your climbing certificate. Transfer back to Arusha for a celebratory meal and rest.

• Accommodation Options: Meru House Inn, Mount Meru Hotel, Arusha Coffee Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Extra Activities: Optional massage, souvenir shopping

Day 9: Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your incredible adventure on the Roof of Africa.

• Meal Plan: Breakfast