Day 1:
We will pick you up from your accommodation in Arusha at 0800 and depart for the Marangu Gate. After registration clearance, your climb will commence at 1,720 meters to Mandara Hut (2,700 meters) through the rain forest. This will take about 3 hours, however it is important to take your time as acclimatization begins from the gate.. You will have dinner and overnight at Mandara Hut.
Meal Plan: {L, D}

Day 2:
After breakfast, you will gradually ascend via Maundi Crater (upper route) to Horombo hut, at 3,720 meters. This climb takes you out of the forest and through open moorland and forest and takes about 4-5 hours. You will have dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut (Tourist Village).
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}

Day 3:
This is an acclimatizing days to hike at higher altitude, perhaps top view Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks during the day, returning to Horombo Hut for meals and overnight.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}

Day 4:
After a good rest, resume your climb. A bit of the mountain peak can be seen while walking through the alpine desert on the way to Kibo Hut, at 4,703 meters. Kibo Hut, where you will have dinner and overnight is reached after a 5-6 hour walk.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}

Day 5:
You have a second acclimatization day today at Kibo, with a morning hike to Hans Meyer Cave, the half-way point to Gillman’s Point at 5,150 M. Return to Kibo for lunch and resting.

Day 6:
You will be awakened just after midnight to begin your ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters). This is a 5-hour walk. You will then descend back to Kibo hut and continue your descent to Horombo Hut where you will have dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}

Day 7:
After breakfast, a simple descent remains to reach the Marangu Gate where you will be awarded your Summit Certificate before transferring back to your hotel.
Meal Plan: {B, L}