Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where you’ll be met and transferred to Meru View Lodge. Relax in the tranquil gardens or explore Arusha’s surroundings. In the evening, attend a trek briefing before dinner.

Day 2: Lace Up Your Hiking Boots!

Transfer to Lemosho Gate (2,385 m). Trek through lush rainforest, spotting colobus monkeys, before reaching Big Tree Camp (2,780 m).

Day 3: Big Tree Camp → Shira Camp 2

Trek through changing landscapes from forest to heathland, crossing the Shira Plateau to Shira Camp 2 (3,900 m). Stunning views of Mount Meru await.

Day 4: Shira 2 → Barranco via Lava Tower

Ascend to Lava Tower (4,640 m) before descending into the beautiful Barranco Valley. Overnight at Barranco Camp (3,960 m).

Day 5: Barranco → Karanga

Climb the famous Barranco Wall with the support of your guides, then trek to Karanga Camp (4,035 m).

Day 6: Karanga → Barafu

A shorter day’s hike to Barafu Camp (4,640 m) for acclimatization. Rest and prepare for your midnight summit attempt.

Day 7: Summit Day – Barafu → Uhuru Peak → Mweka Camp

At midnight, begin your ascent to Stella Point (5,730 m) and onward to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Celebrate at the summit before descending to Mweka Camp (3,080 m).

Day 8: Descend & Return to Arusha

After breakfast, trek down to Mweka Gate. Say farewell to your mountain crew before returning to Meru View Lodge in Arusha for a hot shower and rest.

Day 9: Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey. Many trekkers choose to extend their adventure with a luxury safari in Tanzania’s national parks or a Zanzibar beach escape.

Competitive rates for unforgettable luxury trekking experiences

• 2025-01-02 – 2025-12-26: £2,120 per person sharing

(All prices are per person sharing. Single supplements available on request. Pricing is a guideline only and may vary.)