Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by an Oltau Safaris & Tours representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha or Moshi.

Your hotel offers everything you need for a relaxing stay:

• Comfortable rooms

• Hot showers

• Swimming pool

• Free Wi-Fi

• Friendly hospitality

In the evening, our mountain team will conduct a detailed pre-climb briefing and equipment check to ensure you are fully prepared for your Kilimanjaro adventure.

Important Notes:

• Hotel check-in starts at 2:00 PM.

• Private group packages include shared airport transfers.

• Additional transfers may incur extra charges if arrival/departure times differ.

After breakfast, our guides and mountain crew will meet you at your hotel before transferring to Machame Gate, located within Kilimanjaro National Park.

After registration and permit formalities, your trek begins through lush rainforest filled with towering trees and tropical vegetation. Rain is common in this zone, so proper rain gear is essential.

Trekking Details:

• Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles)

• Time: 5–6 hours

Altitude Advice:
This is your first day at elevation.

• Drink at least 3–4 liters of water daily.

• Walk slowly and maintain a steady pace.

• Inform your guide immediately if you feel unwell.

You may experience mild altitude symptoms such as headache or shortness of breath at night — this is normal during acclimatization.

After breakfast, you leave the rainforest behind and enter the moorland zone. Today offers your first breathtaking views of the Shira Plateau and Mount Kilimanjaro’s dramatic landscape.

The trail is not technically difficult, but the increasing altitude requires a slow and steady pace.

Upon arrival at Shira Camp (3,750 m), you will rest before an optional acclimatization hike toward Lava Tower (approx. 4,120 m).

Main Trek:

• Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles)

• Time: 4–5 hours

Acclimatization Hike:

• Distance: 2 km

• Time: 1–2 hours

These hikes significantly improve summit success rates and reduce the risk of altitude sickness.

Today is one of the most important acclimatization days. You ascend gradually toward Lava Tower (4,600 m), where you will spend time allowing your body to adjust to the altitude After lunch near Lava Tower, you descend to Barranco Camp. The descent helps your body adapt using the “climb high, sleep low” principle.

From camp, you will enjoy spectacular views of the famous Barranco Wall tomorrow’s adventure.

Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles)
Time: 6–8 hours

After an early breakfast, you climb the Barranco Wall. Despite its appearance, it is a straightforward scramble and one of the most exciting sections of the Machame Route.

After reaching the top, you continue through valleys and ridges toward Karanga Camp, then proceed to Barafu Camp  your base camp before summit night.

Rest, hydrate, and sleep early in preparation for the final ascent.

Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles)
Time: 8–10 hours

Around midnight, your summit attempt begins. Guided closely by our professional mountain team, you ascend slowly toward Stella Point and finally reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) — the highest point in Africa.

Standing at the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro is an unforgettable achievement.

After celebrating and taking photos, you descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing down to Millennium Camp.

Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles)
Time: 8–12 hours

⚠ Most injuries happen during descent. Walk carefully and follow your guide’s instructions.

After breakfast, you descend through tropical rainforest to Mweka Gate, the exit of Kilimanjaro National Park.

At the gate, you receive your official summit certificates and celebrate your incredible accomplishment.

You will then be transferred back to your hotel for a well-earned rest.

Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles)
Time: 4–5 hours

After breakfast, relax at the hotel before your transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Hotel check-out: 11:00 AM
Late check-out can be arranged at an additional cost for evening departures.