Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by a representative from Oltau Safaris & Tours and transferred to your comfortable hotel.

Your hotel stay includes cozy rooms, hot showers, Wi-Fi access, a swimming pool, and attentive service to ensure you are well-rested before your adventure. In the evening, our experienced mountain team will conduct a comprehensive climb briefing and equipment check to ensure you are fully prepared for your Kilimanjaro journey.

Private tours include shared airport transfers for your group. Additional individual transfers can be arranged at an extra cost. Please note that hotel check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Mount Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, your guides and mountain crew will meet you at the hotel for a short briefing before transferring you to Marangu Gate, the eastern entrance of Kilimanjaro National Park.

Following registration and permit formalities, your trek begins through lush rainforest filled with unique flora and fauna. Rain showers are common here, so proper rain gear is essential.

Upon arrival at Mandara Hut, our support team will prepare your meals and ensure your comfort. Unlike other routes, the Marangu Route offers hut accommodation, providing beds and shared facilities instead of camping.

Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles)

Important Acclimatization Advice:

• Drink at least 4 liters of water daily.

• Walk at a slow, steady pace.

• Inform your guide immediately if you experience any altitude-related symptoms.

After breakfast, you continue trekking into the moorland zone toward Horombo Hut. On clear days, you will enjoy spectacular views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks.

In the afternoon, you will complete a short acclimatization hike toward Kibo Hut before returning to Horombo for dinner and overnight stay. This hike is essential for improving summit success.

Main Trek: 6 hours | 11 km (6.8 miles)
Acclimatization Hike: 1–2 hours | 2.5 km

Today’s trek takes you across the alpine desert to Kibo Hut. The terrain becomes more rugged and the air thinner, so maintaining a steady pace is crucial.

Upon arrival, you will have lunch and rest. Hydration and sleep are extremely important, as your summit attempt begins later that night.

Trekking Time: 4–8 hours
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)

Around midnight, you begin your ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) — the highest point in Africa.

This is the most challenging day due to altitude and long trekking hours. Our professional guides monitor your condition carefully, providing motivation and safety checks throughout the climb.

After celebrating at the summit and taking photos, you descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing down to Horombo Hut.

Total Trekking Time: 9–12 hours
Distance: 16 km (9.9 miles)

Note: Most accidents occur during descent. Please move carefully and follow your guide’s instructions.

After breakfast, you descend through the moorland and rainforest back to Marangu Gate. Upon arrival, you will receive your official summit certificate.

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

Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 18 km (11.1 miles)

After breakfast and some time to relax, our team will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.

Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out can be arranged for an additional fee.