Pickup from the airport to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
Briefing on the same day.

• Trek Duration: Approximately 5-7 hours.
• Altitude: Start at 1,640 meters (5,381 feet); reach Umbwe Camp at 2,850 meters (9,350 feet).
• Description: Begin trekking from the Umbwe Gate through dense rainforest. The trail is steep and can be physically demanding.

• Trek Duration: Approximately 5-7 hours.
• Altitude: Barranco Camp at 3,960 meters (13,000 feet).
• Description: Ascend through the moorland zone and reach the Barranco Camp. This section includes a challenging climb of the Barranco Wall, which involves some scrambling.

• Trek Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours.
• Altitude: Karanga Valley at 4,000 meters (13,100 feet).
• Description: Trek across the alpine desert and descend into Karanga Valley. This day is crucial for acclimatization and preparing for the summit.

• Trek Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours.
• Altitude: Barafu Camp at 4,600 meters (15,100 feet).
• Description: Continue your ascent to Barafu Camp. This is your base camp for the summit attempt and where you’ll prepare for the final climb.

Trek Duration: Approximately 6-8 hours to reach Uhuru Peak, then another 6-7 hours descending to Mweka Camp.
Altitude: Summit at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet); Mweka Camp at 3,100 meters (10,200 feet).
Description: Start the summit bid early in the morning (around midnight). After reaching Uhuru Peak, descend to Mweka Camp. This is a long and strenuous day, with the challenge of reaching the summit and then descending to a lower camp.

• Trek Duration: Approximately 3-4 hours.
• Altitude: Mweka Gate at 1,640 meters (5,381 feet).
• Description: Complete the final descent to the Mweka Gate. Celebrate your achievement and transfer back to Moshi or Arusha.