Trekking Hours: 5-6 hours
Drive to Londorossi Gate for registration, then continue on a steep track to the starting point (9,200 ft). Trek through shrub forests and giant heather stands to reach the rim of the Shira Plateau (11,000 ft) and camp at Simba Camp.
Trekking Hours: 3-5 hours
An easy day for acclimatization and exploring the moorland and volcanic formations. Trek to the summit of Shira Cathedral (12,300 ft) before reaching Shira Hut (12,600 ft), offering breathtaking views of Mt. Meru.
Trekking Hours: 3-4 hours
Steady climb away from the Shira Plateau to the upland desert beneath the Lent Hills. Optionally, trek to the summit of Lent Hills (15,400 ft) for spectacular views before reaching Moir Hut (13,800 ft).
Trekking Hours: 4-5 hours
Enjoy a morning of gentle ascent with panoramic views. Trek towards Lava Tower Camp (15,090 ft), where you experience the alpine desert landscape.
Trekking Hours: 3-4 hours
Descend into the scenic Barranco Valley, crossing spectacular gorges and rock formations. Arrive at Barranco Camp (13,044 ft) for an overnight stay.
Trekking Hours: 3-4 hours
Scramble up the Barranco Wall, then descend into the Karanga Valley. Set up camp at Karanga Camp (13,106 ft) for a well-deserved rest.
Trekking Hours: 3-4 hours
Final ascent to Barafu Camp (15,331 ft), passing glaciers and preparing for the summit attempt the next day.
Trekking Hours: 11-14 hours
Begin the summit trek at midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak (19,341 ft) at sunrise. Descend to Mweka Camp (10,170 ft) for an overnight rest before returning to Moshi.