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Arrival
Day 1
Moshi to Rongai to Simba Camp
Moshi to Rongai to Simba Camp
Start Elevation: 1,950 m / 6,398 ft
End Elevation: 2,600 m / 8,530 ft
Distance: ~7 km / 4.3 miles
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Montane forest to heathland
Highlights:
The trek begins at the remote Rongai Gate near the Kenyan border.
The trail climbs gently through farmland and pine forest.
Occasional sightings of colobus monkeys or small antelope.
Camp is located at the edge of the moorland zone with views of Kibo’s cone.
Overnight: Simba Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Simba to 2nd cave to Kikelewa
Simba to 2nd cave to Kikelewa
Start Elevation: 2,600 m / 8,530 ft
End Elevation: 3,600 m / 11,810 ft
Distance: ~12 km / 7.5 miles
Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Highlights:
Gentle climb to Second Cave (3,450 m) for a rest and lunch stop.
Spectacular views of Mawenzi Peak and Kenya’s plains.
Continue to Kikelewa Camp, nestled in a sheltered valley near a small stream.
The air becomes noticeably thinner — pace slows for acclimatization.
Overnight: Kikelewa Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Kikelewa to Mawenzi Tarn
Kikelewa to Mawenzi Tarn
Start Elevation: 3,600 m / 11,810 ft
End Elevation: 4,330 m / 14,210 ft
Distance: ~6 km / 3.7 miles
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine desert
Highlights:
Short but steep climb up grassy slopes.
Panoramic views of the wilderness and Mawenzi’s jagged spires.
Afternoon free for rest or short acclimatization hike around Mawenzi Tarn, a beautiful alpine lake.
The campsite sits beneath the towering Mawenzi peak, offering dramatic scenery.
Overnight: Mawenzi Tarn Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
-
Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Mawenzi Tarn to
Mawenzi Tarn to
Start Elevation: 4,330 m / 14,210 ft
End Elevation: 4,700 m / 15,420 ft
Distance: ~9 km / 5.6 miles
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Alpine desert (“The Saddle”)
Highlights:
Cross the broad, barren expanse known as The Saddle, which connects Mawenzi and Kibo.
The landscape feels lunar — dry, windy, and stark.
Arrive at Kibo Hut, base camp for the summit attempt.
Early dinner and rest before the midnight ascent.
Overnight: Kibo Hut.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Hut
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Kibo to Uhuru to Horombo
Kibo to Uhuru to Horombo
Start Elevation: 4,700 m / 15,420 ft
Summit Elevation: 5,895 m / 19,341 ft
End Elevation: 3,720 m / 12,200 ft
Distance: ~21 km / 13 miles (ascent + descent)
Hiking Time: 11–14 hours (6–8 up, 5–6 down)
Habitat: Arctic at summit → Moorland lower down
Highlights:
Begin summit push around midnight on steep scree slopes to Gilman’s Point (5,685 m) on the crater rim.
Continue along the rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Watch the sunrise over the African plains — unforgettable views.
Descend to Kibo for breakfast/rest, then continue down to Horombo Hut for the night.
Day 6
Horombo to Marangu to Moshi
Horombo to Marangu to Moshi
Start Elevation: 3,720 m / 12,200 ft
End Elevation: 1,860 m / 6,100 ft
Distance: ~20 km / 12.5 miles
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Moorland → Montane forest
Highlights:
Long, gentle descent through the moorland and lush rainforest.
Spot birds and monkeys along the forest trail.
At Marangu Gate, sign out and collect your summit certificate.
Transfer back to Moshi or Arusha for celebration and rest.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi (Town)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
