Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where an Back to eden adventure representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Enjoy a comfortable stay with amenities including cozy rooms, hot showers, friendly staff, a swimming pool, and Internet access. In the evening, our team will conduct a briefing to ensure you’re well-prepared for the climb.

Private tour packages include shared airport transfers. Additional individual transfers incur extra costs. To avoid extra fees, synchronize your group's arrival and departure times.

Note: Check-in starts at 2:00 PM.

Meet your guide and mountain crew in the morning for a brief before heading to Kilimanjaro National Park’s western entrance at Londorossi Gate (2,250 m / 7,380 ft). After completing formalities and obtaining permits, begin your trek to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650 m / 8,692 ft) through rainforest. Raincoats are essential. Once at camp, enjoy a prepared lunch and then embark on an acclimatization hike toward Shira 1 Camp, gaining 300 meters in altitude before returning to Mti Mkubwa Camp for a hot dinner.

Note: Acclimatization hikes help your body adjust to higher altitudes and reduce the risk of altitude sickness. Drink over 4 liters of water daily, consider preventive altitude sickness medication, and inform your guide if you experience any symptoms.

Acclimatization Hike:

Starting Point: Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650 m / 8,694 ft)

Destination: Shira 1 Camp (3,095 m / 10,154 ft)

Distance: 2 km

Time: 1 hour

Trek Time: 3-5 hours

Distance: 6 km

Wake up early for breakfast before starting your trek to Shira 1 Camp (3,610 m / 11,841 ft). The 5-6 hour trek offers stunning views of the Shira Plateau and Kibo Volcano. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch and some rest, or explore the surrounding area.

Trek Time: 5-6 hours Distance: 5 km

Depart Shira 1 Camp (3,610 m / 11,843 ft) and trek to Shira 2 Camp (3,850 m / 12,628 ft). Enjoy panoramic views of the African savannah and Kilimanjaro’s unique flora. Optionally, ascend Cathedral Peak (3,872 m / 12,703 ft) for breathtaking valley views. Upon reaching Shira 2 Camp, have lunch and rest before a brief acclimatization hike toward Lava Tower Camp.

Acclimatization Hike:

Starting Point: Shira 2 Camp (3,850 m / 12,631 ft)

Destination: Lava Tower (4,270 m / 14,009 ft)

Distance: 2 km

Time: 1-2 hours

Trek Time: 3-4 hours

Distance: 7 km

Leave Shira 2 Camp (3,850 m / 12,628 ft) and head to Lava Tower (4,600 m / 15,088 ft), a challenging section with significant ascents and descents. After lunch at Lava Tower, descend to Barranco Camp (3,900 m / 12,795 ft) and marvel at the impressive Barranco Wall, which you’ll tackle the following day

Trek Time: 6-8 hours Distance: 12 km

Start your day with breakfast before climbing the Barranco Wall, which takes about an hour. Afterward, continue to Karanga Camp (3,990 m / 13,106 ft), navigating a route with ups and downs. Enjoy a warm lunch, then proceed on an acclimatization hike toward Barafu Camp.

Acclimatization Hike:

Starting Point: Karanga Camp (3,990 m / 13,106 ft)

Destination: Barafu Camp (4,270 m / 14,009 ft)

Distance: 2.5 km

Time: 1-2 hours

Trek Time: 4-5 hours

Distance: 5 km

After breakfast, trek to Barafu Camp (4,673 m / 15,327 ft), the base camp for your final summit push. Rest and prepare for the night ascent to Uhuru Peak.

Trek Time: 4-5 hours Distance: 6 km

Depart Barafu Camp (4,673 m / 15,327 ft) at night for the summit of Uhuru Peak (5,895 m / 19,336 ft). After reaching the peak, return to Barafu Camp for a short rest before descending to Millennium Camp (3,950 m / 12,956 ft).

Trek Time: 8-12 hours Distance: 15 km

Celebrate your achievement, sign the guestbook, and receive your commemorative certificate before transferring back to the hotel.

Trek Time: 4-5 hours Distance: 12 km

Enjoy your last day at the hotel before transferring to the airport.

Note: Check-out is at 11:00 AM. If you have a late flight, you may extend your hotel stay for an additional fee.