Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, one of our professional guides will warmly welcome you and assist you with your transfer to BruBru Lodge in Moshi.

At the hotel, you will have time to relax, refresh, and prepare for your upcoming trekking experience. Our team will ensure you are comfortable and ready for the adventure ahead.

Welcome to Tanzania and the beginning of your unforgettable journey.

Meals: Bed & Breakfast

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha, followed by a scenic drive to Marangu Gate on the southeastern side of the mountain. Upon arrival, you will complete park registration and meet your mountain crew. The trek begins through lush rainforest filled with towering trees, thick undergrowth, and vibrant birdlife. This section is rich in biodiversity, where you may spot: Blue monkeys andBlack-and-white colobus monkeys The trail is well maintained and steadily ascends through the forest. After approximately 4–5 hours of trekking, you will arrive at Mandara Hut, a comfortable A-frame hut nestled within the forest zone. In the afternoon, you may take an optional walk to Maundi Crater for panoramic views of northern Tanzania and Kenya.

Trek Details:

• Distance: ~8 km (5 miles)
• Trekking Time: 4–5 hours
• Elevation Gain: ~900 m
• Overnight: Mandara Hut (2,700 m / 8,860 ft)

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, you leave the rainforest behind and enter the moorland zone. The landscape changes dramatically into rolling hills with giant heathers and unique alpine plants. As you ascend, you will enjoy spectacular views of: Mawenzi Peak and Kibo Peak.  The air becomes cooler and thinner, and the gradual climb allows proper acclimatization. After 6–7 hours of trekking, you reach Horombo Hut, a lively camp with expansive views.

Trek Details:

• Distance: ~12 km (7.5 miles)
• Trekking Time: 6–7 hours
• Elevation Gain: ~1,020 m
• Overnight: Horombo Hut (3,720 m / 12,205 ft)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

This important day is dedicated to acclimatization, significantly increasing your chances of summit success. After breakfast, you take an optional hike to Zebra Rocks (~4,000 m), known for their black-and-white striped appearance. The hike is done slowly before returning to Horombo Hut for lunch and rest. Spending an extra night here helps your body adapt to altitude.

Trek Details:

• Optional Distance: ~4–5 km
• Trekking Time: 2–3 hours
• Overnight: Horombo Hut (3,720 m)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today you cross the alpine desert known as “The Saddle,” between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. The terrain becomes barren and dramatic, with sweeping mountain views. You steadily climb toward Kibo Hut, your base camp for the summit. Upon arrival: Early dinner, Summit briefing and Early rest before midnight climb

Trek Details:

• Distance: ~10 km (6.2 miles)
• Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
• Elevation Gain: ~980 m
• Overnight: Kibo Hut (4,700 m / 15,420 ft)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Your summit attempt begins shortly after midnight. You climb slowly through steep scree slopes under headlamps. At sunrise, you reach Gilman’s Point, followed by the final push to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m) — the highest point in Africa on Mount Kilimanjaro. After celebrating and taking photos, descend to Kibo Hut for rest, then continue to Horombo Hut.

Trek Details:

• Distance: ~21 km (13 miles)
• Trekking Time: 11–15 hours
• Elevation Gain: ~1,196 m
• Elevation Loss: ~2,176 m
• Overnight: Horombo Hut (3,720 m)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, descend through moorland and rainforest. Enjoy fresh air, bird sounds, and lush vegetation as you complete your journey. At Marangu Gate: Complete park formalities and Receive your summit certificate. Transfer back to Arusha for rest and celebration.

Trek Details:

• Distance: ~20 km (12.4 miles)
• Trekking Time: 5–7 hours
• Elevation Loss: ~2,080 m

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch