Day 1: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Elevation: 1,860m to 2,720m | Distance: 8 km | Hiking Time: 4-5 hours | Habitat: Rainforest

• Breakfast at the hotel, then depart from Moshi at 9:00 AM for a 45-minute drive to Marangu Gate.

• Register with Kilimanjaro National Park and begin the hike at 11:00 AM.

• Trek through the lush rainforest, encountering diverse flora and fauna.

• Stop for lunch en route before reaching Mandara Hut by 3:00 PM.

• Enjoy tea, coffee, and dinner at 7:00 PM.

• Running water is available at Mandara Hut.

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Elevation: 2,720m to 3,720m | Distance: 11 km | Hiking Time: 6-8 hours | Habitat: Heath

• After breakfast, continue hiking through the rainforest before reaching the moorland.

• Enjoy spectacular views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks.

• Arrive at Horombo Hut after 6-8 hours of hiking.

• Evening snacks and a hot dinner will be served.

• Be prepared for a cold night as temperatures drop below freezing.

Day 3: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Elevation: 3,720m to 4,720m | Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 6-8 hours | Habitat: Alpine Desert

• Depart after breakfast, climbing gradually towards Kibo Hut.

• Cross the lunar-like "Saddle" between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.

• Arrive at Kibo Hut and rest before the summit attempt.

• Dinner is served early, and a detailed briefing on summit night is provided.

• Sleep early (by 7:00 PM) to prepare for the midnight ascent.

Day 4: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak and back to Horombo Hut

Elevation: 4,720m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak), then down to 3,720m | Distance: 22 km | Hiking Time: 10-14 hours | Habitat: Arctic and Heath

• Begin the final push to the summit around midnight.

• Hike slowly, taking short breaks while battling extreme cold and high altitude.

• Arrive at Gilman’s Point (5,685m) and witness a breathtaking sunrise.

• Continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa.

• Celebrate your achievement with photos before descending to Kibo Hut.

• Have brunch at Kibo Hut, then continue descending to Horombo Hut for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and Return to Hotel

Elevation: 3,720m to 1,860m | Distance: 20 km | Hiking Time: 5-7 hours | Habitat: Rainforest

• Start the descent through the rainforest back to Marangu Gate (6 hours).

• Sign out at the gate and receive a certificate of achievement.

• Enjoy a celebratory lunch before driving back to Moshi Town.

• Return to Hotel in Moshi Town for a relaxing evening.