Duration
7 Days
Accommodation
camping
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
- Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
- Transfer to a hotel in Moshi for an orientation and equipment check.
- Overnight in Moshi.
Day 2: Shira Gate to Shira 1 Camp
- After breakfast, drive to the Shira Gate.
- Begin the trek through the Shira Plateau, a unique high-altitude desert plateau.
- Hike to Shira 1 Camp for the night.
- Overnight camping.
Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
- Trek across the Shira Plateau, enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.
- Arrive at Shira 2 Camp.
- Overnight camping.
Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp
- Descend to Barranco Valley, passing the Lava Tower en route.
- Overnight camping at Barranco Camp.
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
- Climb the Barranco Wall, a challenging but exhilarating part of the route.
- Continue to Karanga Camp, with fantastic views of the southern ice fields.
- Overnight camping.
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
- Ascend to Barafu Camp, the last stop before the summit.
- Rest, hydrate, and prepare for the summit attempt.
- Overnight camping at Barafu Camp.
Day 7: Summit Day – Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and descent to Mweka Camp
- Begin the summit attempt at midnight, reaching the summit, Uhuru Peak, at sunrise.
- Descend back to Barafu Camp and then to Mweka Camp.
- Celebrate your accomplishment!
- Overnight camping at Mweka Camp.
Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and return to Moshi
- Descend to Mweka Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificates.
- Transfer to your hotel in Moshi for a well-deserved rest and celebration.
- Overnight in Moshi.
Price Range
Approximately ( $2,350 per private person for a group from 5 pax range $1900 per person and for large group more minimal price) Excellence Africa Adventures will tailor your safari package and itinerary to your preferences, group size, and budget. You can choose additional activities like walking safaris, cultural visits, and more.
Price Includes
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation in Moshi before and after the trek
- All park fees, rescue fees and permits
- Chemical toilet
- Salaries for Professional mountain guides, cook (chef) and porters
- Your language assistance guide.
- All meals during the trek ( 3 meals per day)
- Quality camping equipment
- Oxygen, first aid, and rescue equipment
- Bottled oxygen for emergency use
This price does not includes of:
- Tipping of guide, chef and porters
- Fright fear
- Alcohol and drugs.
