After breakfast we transfer for clearing with Kenya & Tanzania customs before proceeding to Nalemoru starting point (2100m) where the mountain crew will be waiting for introduction. The climb starts through a natural rain forest where we may see Colobus monkeys and birdlife. The day’s 10km walk will take about 4 hours. Overnight will be spent in tents at the Sekimba Campsite at the edge of the forest belt.

Accommodation: Fly Camp

Meal Plan: B L D

Today we will have our first breakfast in the open with excellent views of the plains below and the Kibo massive towering above us. At about 8.00am our hike through the moorland leads to the 3rd Caves (3900), where vegetation ends, giving way to alpine desert. The climb takes about 6 hours with a lunch break at the 2nd Caves, a scenic spot at 3300m. Overnight will again be in a fly camp.

Accommodation: Fly Camp

Meal Plan: B L D

After the last good rest before the summit ascend, we hike through rocky moonlike landscape to School Hut at 4750m. This hut originally by the Outward Bound Trust and in the early nineties renovated by Kibo Slopes Safaris. It is now under the management of the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority. Usually it is not crowded & provides a good shelter to rest before next day’s challenge.

Accommodation: School Hut

Meal Plan: B L D

After a short night and a hot drink, the final ascend starts at about 1.30am. The path gets gradually steeper finally taking us to the Gillman’s point (5685m) where we can watch the sunrise over the Mawenzi Peaks and the magnificent northern ice fields. After a short break, we proceed along the crater rim to the Uhuru Peak (5895m) reaching there at about 9.00am. After our summit photo session, we descend to Kibo Hut for lunch before another 3 hours descend to Horombo (3720m) where we spend the night in a fly camp. The brave ones can have a cold dip in the nearby stream which is surrounded by senecio and lobelia on the river banks.

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Meal Plan: B L D

After breakfast, and final glance at the Kibo summit which we have conquered, we now start on the final leg. The 6 hours descend takes us from the moorland into a beautiful natural forest characterized by giant ancient trees. After lunch at Mandara, we will get to the Marangu Gate (1800m) at 1.00-3.00pm depending on our speed and remaining strength. Here we will be awarded certificates for a successful climb & bid the crew goodbye. We transfer to Sal Salinero Hotel for a well-deserved dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Sal Salinero Hotel

Meal Plan: D B

After breakfast we will be transferred to the Kilimanjaro International Airport for international departures or proceed for a Safari to be booked in advance.