8 Days Kilimanjaro Summit Adventure: Arusha To Uhuru Peak

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Day 1: 19-Oct-2025

Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your guide/driver will meet you and provide a brief orientation. Following this, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Arusha, which is approximately one hour away. There, you can settle in for the night and prepare for your exciting safari adventure.

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Transfer From Jro Airport

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OVERNIGHT & MEAL PLAN

Lake Duluti Lodge

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LOCATION : Lake Duluti

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ROOM TYPE: Standard

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from: $ 95 USD Single Room Supplement

MEALS PLAN: FB - Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch

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Day 2: 20-Oct-2025

Arusha to Lemosho Gate hike to Mti Mkubwa Camp

You will be picked up from your accommodation and proceed with three hours drive to Lemosho Gate where you will start your thrilling Kilimanjaro hiking.

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Lemosho Glades (2100m) - Mti Mkubwa Camp (2780m)

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Day 3: 21-Oct-2025

Mti Mkubwa hike to Shira One Camp

After a restful night's sleep and a hearty breakfast, we set out from the rainforest, climbing along a path that gradually takes us away from the thick foliage. As we leave the forest behind, the trail steadily ascends, providing expansive views as we approach the rim of the Shira Plateau. At this point, temperatures noticeably start to drop.

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Mti Mkubwa Camp (2780m) - Shira One Camp (3,610m)

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Day 4: 22-Oct-2025

Shira One Hike to Shira Two Camp

We spend an entire day traversing the Shira Plateau, taking a leisurely stroll eastward with captivating views of Kibo's glaciered peak. Our journey across the plateau eventually brings us to Shira 2 Camp, nestled in expansive moorland meadows beside a serene stream.

From there, we continue to Moir Hut, a secluded spot at the foot of Lent Hills. This rarely visited site offers ample opportunities for walks amidst the Lent Hills, making it an ideal place for acclimatization. Notably, Shira is one of the highest plateaus on the planet.

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Shira One Camp (3,610m) - Shira Hut (3895m)

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Day 5: 23-Oct-2025

Shira Cave hike to Baranco

After a refreshing breakfast, start your thrilling hike towards the southwestern part of Mt Kilimanjaro heading to Baranco.

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Shira Cave (3845m) To Baranco Camp (3960m)

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Day 6: 24-Oct-2025

Barranco Camp hike to Barafu Camp

After breakfast, we proceed with our adventurous hike by descending into the Great Barranco and hiking underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers towards Karanga valley where we will overnight at Barafu Camp Excited to view the Roof Of Africa the Next Day.

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Barranco Camp (3960m) To Barafu Camp (4640m

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Day 7: 25-Oct-2025

Touch The Roof Of Africa - Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

THE BIG DAY!

Very early in the morning, between midnight and 2 am, we embark on the challenging ascent to the summit, navigating between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers, and climbing through heavy scree to reach Stella Point. Here, we'll rest briefly to witness a breathtaking sunrise before the final snowy ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. After the summit, we descend swiftly to Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch, and enjoying our last evening on the mountain, with gaiters and trekking poles recommended for the loose gravel descent.

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Hike To The Top Of Mt Kilimanjaro

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Day 8: 26-Oct-2025

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Arusha

After breakfast and a heartfelt farewell with your crew, we descend to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. The warmer weather makes the terrain wet, muddy, and steep, so gaiters and trekking poles are recommended.

At the gate, your guide will drive you back to your accommodation. Enjoy a hot shower, dinner, and celebrations!

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Mweka Camp(3106m) To Mweka Gate

Elevation: 3106m/10,190ft to 1633m/5358ft
Altitude lost: 1473m

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Tour Start Date: 19-Oct-2025

Number Of Adults: 6

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Uhuru Peak - Mt Kilimanjaro
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Uhuru Peak - Mt Kilimanjaro

Tucked away in Tanzania, East Africa, there's a truly amazing spot that calls out to all the daring souls out there – Uhuru Peak on Mt Kilimanjaro. Towering high at 19,341 feet above sea level, it proudly claims the title of Africa's highest point, with a beauty that's simply enchanting.

Your journey to Uhuru Peak unfolds like a magical tapestry of landscapes. Starting low, you'll wander through vibrant rainforests, alive with bird songs and playful Colobus monkeys. Moving higher, you'll cross over into an otherworldly alpine desert, where strange rock formations and ancient lava shapes paint a surreal picture that's both spooky and captivating.

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro isn't just about breathtaking views – it's your chance to catch glimpses of wildlife in their natural habitat. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, leopards, and buffalos as you trek through the forests. These encounters serve as a beautiful reminder of our deep connection to nature, a bond often overlooked in our busy lives.

Pressing on towards Uhuru Peak, you'll enter a world of profound silence, broken only by your footsteps and heartbeat. The air thins, the cold nips at you, and the vastness of it all can feel a bit overwhelming. Yet with each step upward, you edge closer to the lofty summit where sky and earth, physical and spiritual, blend into one.

Standing atop Uhuru Peak is a memory that'll stick with you forever. From the peak, as you gaze over rugged landscapes stretching endlessly, a sense of pride and accomplishment washes over you. It's a view of nature's raw beauty at its most unfiltered, a sight reserved for the lucky few who venture here.

For the best experience, plan your visit during the dry season, usually from July to October. The weather is mild, the skies clear, and the trekking conditions are at their best. Just remember, Kilimanjaro can be challenging and unpredictable, so proper preparation and acclimatization are keys to a successful summit attempt.

In essence, the allure of Uhuru Peak and Mt Kilimanjaro goes beyond words. It's a place of pure beauty where nature's might shines brightest, and where climbers are tested in body, mind, and spirit. So if you seek an adventure that pushes your limits and leaves you in awe, look no further than the grand heights of Uhuru Peak – a place where incredible stories are made.

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