Drive to the attractive wooden village of Nale Moru (about 2 hours including a stop to get permits at Marangu). After signing in and preparing the porters, you will begin the hike on a wide path that winds through fields of maize and potatoes before entering pine forest. The track then starts to climb consistently but gently through attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife. The forest begins to thin out and the first camp is at the edge of the moorland zone with extensive views over the Kenyan plains.

Change in Elevation: 2000m/6560ft to 2650m/8700ft
Hiking distance: 6km/4mi
Zone: Montane Forest
Hiking time:Time: 3-4 hours

The morning hike is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim.

Change in Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3450m/11,300ft
Hiking distance: 6km/4mi
Hiking time: 3-4 hours

Today we continue our hike from the Second Cave to the Third Cave.
Change in Elevation: 3450m/11,300ft to 3880m/12,700ft
Hiking distance:9km/5mi
Hiking time: 2-3 hours
Zone: Semi-desert

Hike to Kibo Hut at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent and a very early day!
Change in Elevation: 3880m/12,700ft to 4750m/15,600ft
Hiking distance: 5km/3mi
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman's Point located on the crater rim (elev 5700m/18,700ft). Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment. The beginning of this climb is done in the dark and requires headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until you start descending, so you will need all of your warm layers. This is by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks. Going slowly "pole pole" and an optimistic attitude will get you there!
Change in Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Hiking distance:6km/4mi up / 15km/9mi down
Hiking time: 6-8 hours up / 15km/9mi down
Zone: Alpine Desert

After breakfast, a steady descent takes us down through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). A vehicle will meet you at Marangu village to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 1 hour). Don't forget to tip your guides and porters. It is time for celebration!
Change in Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
Hiking distance:20km/12.5mi
Hiking time: 4-5 hours
Zone: Forest

Rest in the hotel and transfer to the airport.
Note:
Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM. In case you need a late check-out because of an evening flight, there is the option to extend your hotel stay for an extra fee.

INCLUDED IN TREKKING PACKAGE.
✓ Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
✓ Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
✓ Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
✓ Pre and Post accommodations (2 nights Bed and Breakfast)
✓ Airport Transfers
✓ Meals according to the itinerary
✓ Drinking water and Full Board Meals
✓ All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
✓ Fair and Sustainable Salary Crew Wages
✓ Gate Transfers
✓ Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
✓ Portable Private Toilet and Porter

EXCLUDED IN TREKKING PACKAGE.
<*> Flights
<*>Visa fees
<*>Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
<*>Gamow Bag
<*> Medication
<*> Tips for mountain crew ($20 for guide,$15 for cook, $10 for porter are Standard Recommended)
<*>Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
<*>Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
<*> Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
<*> Additional lodge nights if early descent

First things first, you drive to Rongai Gate where you're recorded in the Kilimanjaro National Park's registry. You begin your climb by trekking through rainforest. At points you have breaks in the vegetation that offer magnificent views of cultivated fields down below. You climb for about four hours to reach Simba Camp, where you spend the night.
Change in Elevation: 1,950 m to 2,830 m
Hiking distance: 8 km / 5 miles
Hiking time: 4 hours
Zone: Montane Forest

Today you trek through moorland to Second Cave. This takes three to four hours.
Change in Elevation: 2,830 m to 3,450 m
Hiking distance: 6 km / 4 miles
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Zone:Alpine desert

Today you trek through alpine desert to Kikelelwa Cave. The scenery along this part of the journey is quite remarkable. You hike for about four hours.
Change in Elevation: 3,450 m to 3,600
Hiking distance: 6 km / 4 miles
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Zone: Alpine Desert

After breakfast you trek to Mawenzi Tarn Hut, which takes around four hours.
Change in Elevation: 3,600 m to 4,315 m
Hiking distance: 4 km / 2 miles
Hiking time: 4 hours
Zone: Alpine Desert

Today you trek for five to six hours through alpine desert to reach Kibo Hut. The trek is a gradual incline that heads west through the Saddle, a ridge of barren land that connects the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi.
Change in Elevation: 4,315 m to 4,703 m
Hiking distance: 8 km / 5 miles
Hiking time:5-6 hours
Zone:Forest

Today is the day! All going well, you'll be standing at the tippy top of Africa before lunchtime and glorying in your mega achievement. Summit day is split into two parts: the ascent to Uhuru Peak, followed by a descent of over two vertical kilometres.

Part 1 | Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak
The first half of today's journey starts much earlier than on every other day. Your guide wakes you up at midnight. The follow a rocky, moonlit trail to Uhuru Peak. Welcome to the Roof of Africa!
Change in Elevation: 4,703 m to 5,895 m
Hiking distance: 6 km / 4 miles
Hiking Time:7-8 hours
Zone: Arctic

Part 2 | Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Part two of today's trek sees you make your way down the mountain from Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut, which is where you overnight.
Change in Elevation: 5,895 m to 3,720 m
Hiking distance: 12 km / 7 miles
Hiking Time:7-8 hours
Zone: Rainforest

Today is the last day of your incredible journey! You do however have a relatively long hike down the mountain ahead of you. You trek for five to seven hours from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate, where you bid Kilimanjaro farewell.
Change in Elevation: 3,720 m to 1,843 m
Hiking distance: 10 km / 6 miles
Hiking Time:5-7 hours
Zone: Rainforest

Rest in the hotel and transfer to the airport.
Note:
Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM. In case you need a late check-out because of an evening flight, there is the option to extend your hotel stay for an extra fee.

INCLUDED IN TREKKING PACKAGE.
✓ Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
✓ Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
✓ Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
✓ Pre and Post accommodations (2 nights Bed and Breakfast)
✓ Airport Transfers
✓ Meals according to the itinerary
✓ Drinking water and Full Board Meals
✓ All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
✓ Fair and Sustainable Salary Crew Wages
✓ Gate Transfers
✓ Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
✓ Portable Private Toilet and Porter

EXCLUDED IN TREKKING PACKAGE.
<*> Flights
<*>Visa fees
<*>Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
<*>Gamow Bag
<*> Medication
<*> Tips for mountain crew ($20 for guide,$15 for cook, $10 for porter are Standard Recommended)
<*>Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
<*>Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
<*> Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
<*> Additional lodge nights if early descent