Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Transfer from Moshi to Machame Gate
- Depart from Moshi City and head towards Machame Park Gate for registration.
- Trek through the lush rainforest to Machame Camp, where dinner will be served.
- Overnight stay at Machame Camp.
Day 2 Trek from Machame Camp to Shira Camp
- Start your day with breakfast before setting off on a trek from Machame Camp to Shira Camp.
- You'll cover about 5-6 kilometers during a 4–6-hour hike, gradually leaving behind the lush rainforest for rocky, alpine terrain.
- Enjoy breathtaking views and observe the changing landscape as you ascend along a steep ridge and cross valleys.
- Keep an eye out for unique plants and maybe even spot some wildlife along the way.
- Arrive at Shira Camp in the late afternoon, where a satisfying dinner awaits before settling in for the night surrounded by the tranquility of the mountain.
Day 3 Trek from Shira Camp to Barranco Camp
- After breakfast, embark on a trek from Shira Camp to Barranco Camp.
- The journey covers approximately 10-12 kilometers and takes about 6-7 hours.
- Traverse the Shira Plateau, ascending a ridge towards the southeast with views of Kibo Peak.
- Pass by notable landmarks like the Lava Tower and experience changes in altitude that aid acclimatization.
- Descend to Barranco Camp, situated at a similar elevation, where you'll enjoy dinner and spend the night, preparing your body for the challenges ahead.
Day 4 Trek from Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
- Enjoy breakfast before starting the trek to Barafu Camp.
- Trek around 9-10 kilometers, taking about 7-8 hours.
- Climb the steep Barranco Wall, pass through Karanga Valley, and reach the Mweka Trail junction.
- Admire beautiful views of the summit along the South Circuit.
- Arrive at Barafu Camp, set up camp, and spend the night preparing mentally for the final climb.
Day 5 Summit Day – Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
- Begin the ascent to Uhuru Peak between midnight and 2:00 AM.
- Trek towards Stella Point on the crater rim, ascending through heavy scree.
- Take a short rest at Stella Point and witness a magnificent sunrise.
- Continue the ascent through snow towards Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
- Descend to Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch.
- Trekking duration varies but typically takes about 12-14 hours.
Day 6 Descent from Mweka Camp to Moshi City
- After breakfast, begin the descent towards Mweka Park Gate.
- Receive summit certificates at the gate.
- The trekking duration is approximately 4-6 hours.
- Expect wet and muddy conditions at lower elevations.
- Transfer back to your hotel in Moshi to conclude the Kilimanjaro trekking adventure.
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