Today you will arrive directly at Kilimanjaro International Airport (time and flight to be confirmed) and will be transferred to your pre-climb lodge in Moshi.
Approximate driving time: 1-2 hours to lodge
Game drive included: None
Meals included: Dinner.
Your adventure begins with a morning drive from Arusha to the Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. After registration, start your trek accompanied by an armed ranger for safety. The trail ascends through lush montane forest, offering opportunities to spot wildlife such as buffaloes, giraffes, and various bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch along the way before continuing your hike to Miriakamba Hut (2,514 meters). Upon arrival, relax and have dinner at the hut, surrounded by stunning views and the sounds of nature.
Approximate driving time: 1-2 hours to Momella Gate
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Journey time and Altitude: 5 – 6 hours’ walking, from 1500m at Momela Gate to 2500m at Miriakamba Huts
Walking distance: 14km/9mile
After breakfast, continue your ascent through the forest and into the heather zone. The path is steep and can be challenging, but the changing landscapes and panoramic views make it worthwhile. You'll reach Saddle Hut (3,570 meters) in time for lunch. In the afternoon, you have the option to hike to the summit of Little Meru (3,820 meters) for acclimatization and to enjoy stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding area. Return to Saddle Hut for dinner and overnight.
Approximate driving time: o hours
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Journey time and Altitude: 4 – 5 hours’ walking, from 2500m at Miriakamba Huts to 3500m at Saddle Huts
Walking distance: 6km/4mile
Begin your summit attempt around midnight. The trail to Socialist Peak (4,566 meters) is steep and challenging, with sections requiring scrambling over rocks. Reaching the summit at sunrise offers breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the Ash Cone, and the entire Arusha National Park. After taking in the spectacular scenery, descend back to Saddle Hut for a short rest and breakfast. Continue descending to Miriakamba Hut for a well-deserved rest and overnight stay.
Approximate driving time: 0 hours
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Journey time and Altitude: 10-12 hours walking, from 3500m at Saddle Huts, to the summit at 4566m, then descend again to Miriakamba Huts at 2500m
Walking distance: 18km/12.5miles
After breakfast, descend through the forest back to Momella Gate, enjoying the diverse flora and fauna along the way. The descent takes approximately 2 to 3 hours. At the gate, you'll receive your summit certificates and have the opportunity to say goodbye to your trekking team. Transfer back to Arusha, where you can relax and reflect on your incredible achievement. Optional overnight stay in Arusha or transfer to the airport for your departure.
Approximate driving time: 0 hours
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Journey time and Altitude: 2-4 hours’ walking, from 2500m at Miriakamba Huts to Momela Gate at 1500m; then, by vehicle to Arusha
Walking distance: 7km/4miles
Today has no planned activities and is only a departure day for you head home, continue with your next tour activity or book extra nights to recover. Speak to a tour consultant for all of your options.
Approximate driving time: 1-2 Hours to Airport
Meals Plan: Breakfast
Journey time and Altitude: 0
Walking distance: 0
- All applicable taxes and VAT.
- Optional shared return airport shuttle transfers to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- One night before the climb at a pre-climb lodge in Moshi or Arusha on a bed and breakfast basis.
- One night after the climb at a post-climb lodge in Moshi or Arusha on a bed and breakfast basis.
- All National Park conservation, entry, hut, and rescue fees as applicable.
- Compulsory armed park ranger (provided by the park and shared by all groups trekking on the day).
- Trained, certified, and experienced English-speaking mountain guides.
- One luggage porter carrying up to 12kg of personal luggage per person.
- Luggage porters to carry all equipment and food provisions.
- One bed space in shared mountain huts (allocated by the park) with a basic sleeping mattress provided by the park.
- Trained and experienced personal mountain cook and waiter porter.
- All meals on the mountain, including eating utensils and cutlery.
- Pre-climb briefing and equipment check with the guide in Moshi or Arusha.
- One transfer from a lodge in Moshi or Arusha to the park gates per group.
- One transfer from the park gates to a lodge in Moshi or Arusha per group.
- Luggage storage during the trek.
- Boiled drinking water on the trek (starting from the first hut onwards).
- Twice daily health checks with guides and a high-grade medical oximeter.
- One first aid kit per group.
- Sanitizers and a small personal wash basin.
- Shared public toilet facilities at public huts.
- One approximately 100-liter rubberized hold-all bag/packsack for personal duffel bag.
-Tips/gratuities.
-Single hut accommodation.
-Beverages such as soft drinks and alcohol.
-International flights.
-Insurance.
-Visas.
