ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT.
Representative of Picture Tanzania Safari will meet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and escort you to tonight’s accommodations in Moshi/Arusha. As local Tanzania’s our guides know the country with unrivaled familiarity, so you’ll be in good hands from the moment you land to the moment you leave.
DAY 1: UMBWE GATE TO UMBWE CAMP.
Elevation: 5,249 ft. to 9,514 ft.
Distance: 11 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat; Heath
The day begins with a 50 minute drive to Machame Gate where registration formalities will be completed. We then transfer through villages and coffee and banana plantations to Umbwe Gate. The trail ascends sharply on a forestry track which winds up the dense rain forest. The path narrows and steepens as we climb the ridge between two rivers surrounded by huge trees. Umbwe Camp is perched between trees and thick undergrowth.

DAY 2: UMBWE CAMP TO BARRANCO CAMP.
Elevation: 9,514 ft. to 13,044 ft.
Distance: 6 km/4 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Heath
The second day of the trek follows rockier terrain with sparse undergrowth and straggly, moss-covered trees. As we gain elevation, glimpses of Kilimanjaro can be seen. The path flattens as we approach Barranco Valley. From Umbwe ridge, the route descends to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest.

DAY 3: BARRANCO CAMP TO KARANGA CAMP.
Elevation: 13,044 ft. to 13,106 ft.
Distance: 5km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft. cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One steeper climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization.

DAY 4: KARANGA CAMP TO BARAFU CAMP.
Elevation: 13,106 ft. to 15,331 ft.
Distance: 4 km/ 2 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.

DAY 5: BARAFU CAMP TO UHURU PEAK
Elevation: 15,331 ft. to 19,341 ft.
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
Habitat:Arctic

Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 19,341 ft. to 10,065 ft.
Distance: 12km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft.), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.

From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

DAY 6: MWEKA CAMP TO MWEKA GATE.
Elevation: 10,065 ft. to 5,380 ft.
Distance: 10km/6 miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.

Safari Package Includes:
• Portable toilet tent.
• 2 Nights Hotel accommodations in Moshi, a day before trek and a day after trek.
• Transportation to and from your selected route.
• Transfer from Airport/Bus station in Moshi on arrival and return to airport/Bus station after climb.
• Quality, Waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tent.
• Quality Mess tents with table and chairs.
• Certified, experienced, English speaking mountain guides.
• All Tanzanian National Park Fees.
• Government Climbing Taxes.
• Climbing permits.
• All hot Meals prepared by our cook while on Mountain.
• Guides, Porters and Cook Salaries.
• Fair and ethical treatment of Porters.
• Enough porters to carry your luggage:
-Safety Equipment
-Emergency Oxygen
-Pulse Ox meter

• Hot drinks at every meal.
• Water provided on climb, mineral water for the first day and boiled water every day.
• Emergency rescue fees.
• Personal Summit Certificate signed by the National Park and your Guide.

Safari Package Excludes:
• Personal items and toiletries.
• Tips for guides, porters and cook (this is a guide to tipping on the mountain.
• Tipping on Kilimanjaro from the trekking group (not per climber):

-Head Guides: $20/day/guide
-Assistance Guides: $15/day/guide
-Cook: $15/day
-Porter: $10/day/porter

• Nonalcoholic drinks and Alcoholic drinks.
• Laundry services International airfares and departure taxes.
• All items of person nature such as telephone call, fax, email etc.
• Visa and International flight tickets fees.

N/B: Our Guides, cooks and Porters are always satisfied with your thanks giving (tip) you have and not beyond your ability.