Our top recommendation — remote, scenic, and excellent acclimatization thanks to its longer approach across the Shira Plateau. An 8-day version is available from $2,150.
7 DaysHigh SuccessUhuru Peak 5,895m
Day-By-Day Itinerary
01Day
Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa (“Big Tree”) Camp through rainforest.
02Day
Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp, crossing the Shira Plateau.
03Day
Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp.
04Day
Shira 2 Camp via Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower for acclimatization.
05Day
Barranco Wall to Karanga Camp
Barranco Wall scramble to Karanga Camp.
06Day
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp, the summit base camp.
07Day
Summit Push to Uhuru Peak & Descend to Mweka Camp
Midnight summit push to Uhuru Peak, descend to Mweka Camp (an optional 8th day extends the descent to Mweka Gate).
Included & Excluded
Included
Park, camping & rescue fees
Certified mountain guides, cooks & porters
All meals on the mountain & purified water
Quality sleeping & mess tents (camping routes) or huts (Marangu)
