BEGIN ASCENT FROM MACHAME GATE TO MACHAME CAMP

Mount Kilimanjaro - The adventure begins with early morning preparations, followed by breakfast and a drive to Machame Village (1,490m/4,890ft) from Arusha or Moshi. After registering with the park authorities, enjoy a hot lunch before starting the climb through the tropical rainforest. Heavy rains can turn the trail into mud, so sturdy footwear, gaiters, and trekking poles are highly recommended. Arrive at Machame Camp in the late afternoon, where porters will have set up your tent in advance.

ASCEND FROM MACHAME CAMP TO SHIRA CAVE CAMPSITE

Mount Kilimanjaro - After breakfast, hike for an hour to the forest’s edge, then continue for two hours through gentle moorland. Proceed up the rocky ridge to the Shira Plateau, where you can view Kilimanjaro’s Western Breach and its stunning glaciers. You are now on the opposite side of the mountain from the Marangu Route and west of Kibo. After a short hike west, arrive at the Shira Cave campsite. Enjoy a warm lunch at the camp followed by a leisurely afternoon. In the evening, visit the Shira cave for a brief history of the cave and its surroundings. Later, enjoy a hot dinner before retiring for the night. The night at this exposed camp will be colder, with temperatures dropping below freezing.

ASCEND FROM SHIRA CAVE CAMP TO BARRANCO CAMP VIA LAVA TOWER

Mount Kilimanjaro - Begin the climb by heading east up a steep path through the highest vegetation towards Kilimanjaro. After several hours, traverse a rocky landscape to Lava Tower (4,630m/15,190ft), a remnant of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic past, standing several hundred feet high. The trail passes directly beneath it. After lunch at Lava Tower, descend for two hours below the lower cliffs of the Western Breach to the Breach Wall and Barranco Camp (3,950m/12,960ft). Barranco Camp is situated in a valley below the Breach and Great Barranco Walls, offering a magnificent sunset while awaiting dinner. On this day, you may experience symptoms of altitude sickness.

CONTINUE THE KILIMANJARO ASCENT FROM BARRANCO CAMP TO KARANGA CAMP

Mount Kilimanjaro - Start the day by descending into a gorge to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then, climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall, traverse a series of hills and valleys before descending sharply into Karanga Valley and then to its camp. Another steep ascent leads to Karanga Camp. This shorter day is intended for acclimatization.

ASCEND FROM KARANGA CAMP TO BARAFU CAMP

Mount Kilimanjaro - After breakfast, depart Karanga and reach the junction connecting to the Mweka trail. Continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, offering views of the summit from various angles. Here, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The twin peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are visible from this location.

SUMMIT DAY: ASCEND FROM BARAFU CAMP TO UHURU PEAK, THEN DESCEND TO MWEKA CAMP FOR OVERNIGHT REST.

Mount Kilimanjaro - At 11:30 PM, wake up to hot tea and biscuits. Then, set off into the night. The six-hour climb northwest through heavy scree between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers to Stella Point on the crater rim is the most challenging part of the route for most climbers. At Stella Point (5,685m/18,650ft), take a short break and enjoy a spectacular sunrise. You cannot stop for too long, as it will be difficult to restart due to fatigue and cold. Depending on the season and recent storm activity, you may encounter snow on the remaining part of your climb along the Uhuru Peak ridge. At the summit, celebrate your achievement, knowing you are creating a day to remember for the rest of your life.

DESCEND FROM MWEKA CAMP TO MWEKA GATE THEN RETURN TO MOSHI TOWN

Mount Kilimanjaro - After breakfast, take a short scenic three-hour hike back to the park gate. At Mweka Gate, sign your name and add comments in a register. This is also where successful climbers receive summit certificates. Climbers who reached Stella Point receive green certificates, and those who reached Uhuru Peak receive gold certificates. From Mweka Gate, continue down to Mweka Village for a hot lunch with your Mountain Crew and a small celebration before driving to your hotel for a warm shower and relaxation. For climbers with a flight to catch, a drive back to the office in Arusha for a quick shower and brief rest is provided before transfer to the respective airport for your inbound or outbound flight. This service is complimentary.

• Private Transfer to the area of activities
• Professional Experienced Guide
• All Fees and Taxes
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

• Local and International Flights
• Personal Hiking Gears
• Tipping the crew
• Visas and Medical or Travel Insurance
• Airport Pick up and Transfer

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