Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

After breakfast and a drive to Londorossi Gate (2,100m), complete registration and begin your trek through the rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820m). Look out for black-and-white colobus monkeys and rich birdlife.

🕒 Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
🏕 Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp (Full Board)

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

Ascend out of the rainforest and into the heather and moorland zone. Enjoy stunning views of the Shira Plateau as you approach camp.

🕒 Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
🏕 Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp (Full Board)

Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

A gentle trek across the plateau with breathtaking views of Kibo. Acclimatization day with short hikes available in the afternoon.

🕒 Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
🏕 Accommodation: Shira 2 Camp (Full Board)

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Moir Hut

Trek through the alpine desert, passing Lava Tower (optional hike) before reaching the remote and quiet Moir Hut for the night.

🕒 Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
🏕 Accommodation: Moir Hut (Full Board)

Day 5: Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp

Hike out of the Moir Valley and follow a trail that crosses rock fields and a ridge, offering amazing views of the plains below.

🕒 Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
🏕 Accommodation: Buffalo Camp (Full Board)

Day 6: Buffalo Camp to Third Cave Camp

Continue along the northern slopes with a more moderate trail, making your way to the serene Third Cave Camp.

🕒 Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
🏕 Accommodation: Third Cave Camp (Full Board)

Day 7: Third Cave Camp to School Hut

A shorter but steeper climb today as you make your way to the base camp. Rest and prepare for the summit push.

🕒 Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
🏕 Accommodation: School Hut (Full Board)

Day 8: Summit Day – School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Begin your ascent around midnight, reaching Gilman’s Point (5,685m) at sunrise and Uhuru Peak (5,895m) shortly after. Descend back down to Mweka Camp.

🕒 Hiking Time: 12–15 hours
🏕 Accommodation: Mweka Camp (Full Board)

Departure Day – Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Final descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640m). Receive your summit certificate and transfer back to Moshi.

🕒 Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
🏨 Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi (Day Room Use)
✈️ Transfer to Airport

Yes — sleeping bags, down jackets, poles, boots & more.

A good level of fitness is needed. Expect 4–7 hours of hiking daily.

Consult your doctor. Guides monitor health with oximeters.

Yes! You’ll receive a certificate for reaching Uhuru Peak.