Day 1
Moshi
Arrive at any time into Moshi
Day 2
Moshi/Machame Camp
Today, from Machame Gate, you will hike the lower slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro to Machame Camp. Your journey to the village of Machame is a scenic one, and once you've arrived you'll be able to listen to the exotic sounds of the wildlife.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 3
Machame Camp/Shire 2 Camp
Today will be spent hiking through the lower alpine moorland to Shira 2 camp. Make the most of the amazing views of Kibo Peak along the way! You'll rise early and slimb the steep landscape of the savannah, passing trees such as the Giant Heather and Erica. Once you reach the gentler ascent, you'll be surrounded by wild alpine flowers and unique native plants.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 4
Shira 2 Camp/Barranco Camp
Hike to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower – the fantastic views of Western Breach and Breach Wall found en-route are spectacular. This part of the route will be climbed slowly as it becomes more difficult as you find the trail steepening.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 5
Barranco Camp/Barafu Camp
Today sees you hike via the Great Barranco Wall and the vast alpine desert of Karanga Valley. The steady climb up the eastern wall brings you to just below the Heim Glacier, where you'll experience some amazing views of Kilimanjaro.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 6
Barafu Camp/Mweka Camp
You’ll hike during the night to the Summit via Stella Point. Along the way, don’t forget to appreciate the beautiful sunrise before descending to Mweka Camp.The route is mentally and physically the longest and most challenging day of the entire trek – but the views and the memory of conquering the mountain will be worth it.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 7
Mweka Camp/Moshi
Today you will continue your descent through the forested lower slopes to Moshi, which will be your final destination on this trip. Once you've arrived at Mweka Gate, you'll continue onwards to the Mweka village for lunch where you can relax with a celebratory drink.The Moshi Women’s Cooperative, a project supported by G Adventures, will present you with a gift and certificate to celebrate your achievement.
(Breakfast and lunch)
Day 8
Moshi
You may depart at anytime today. Please note, the transfer to the airport or your onward destination is not included so you will need to make your own arrangements for this.
(Breakfast included)