Ascend: Machame Gate > Machame camp > Shira Cave > Barranco Camp > Karanga Camp> Barafu Camp >
Summit Uhuru Peak
Descent Mweka Camp> Mweka Gate
All Year Round
The hotel we select comply with our high standards and requirement per category.
Machame Camp
Shira Cave Camp
Barranco Camp
Karanga Camp
Barafu Camp
Mweka Camp
No accommodation
After a hotel breakfast in Moshi/Arusha, you'll drive 45/90 minutes through coffee plantations and villages to Machame Gate. There, you'll register with Kilimanjaro National Park while your gear is prepared. Then, you'll hike through rainforest and savannah to Machame Camp, enjoying views of wildlife, plants, and eventually Kibo Peak. Your porters and cooks will have a hot meal ready for your arrival.
Change in Elevation: 1,800m to 2,835m
Distance: 11km
Estimated hiking time: 5-8 hours
Elevation gain; 1,035m
Vegetation zone: Rain Forest
Mount Kilimanjaro
Machame Camp
After a warm breakfast, you'll start your day by packing up your gear and heading out across the heathland and moorland dunes. As you trek, you'll experience increasingly higher altitudes, which will help your body acclimate. You'll climb the lava-filled Shira Plateau before making your way to Shira Camp, where your porters and cooks will have a delicious meal ready for you.
Change in Elevation: 2,835m to 3,750m
Distance: 5 km
Estimated hiking time: 5-6 hours
Elevation gain; 915m
Vegetation zone: Moorland
Mount Kilimanjaro
Shira Cave Camp
Today's trek begins early with a steep, rewarding climb east across the Shira Plateau. After the junction of the Shira and Lemosho Routes, you'll take a secluded trail for a break. Lunch will be at Lava Tower, an incredible 300-foot volcanic plug, before a rapid descent to your campsite in the Great Barranco Valley. This scenic spot is encompassed by massive valley walls and the stunning Kibo massif, with glaciers reflecting sunlight and a unique landscape featuring giant lobelias and groundsels. You'll then enjoy a warm meal before sleeping. Today's climb will reach an altitude of 4600m, but you'll descend to sleep at 3900m, an important strategy for acclimatization.
Change in Elevation: 3750m to 4,600m to 3,900m
Distance: 10km
Estimated hiking time: 6-8 hours
Elevation gain; 850m
Elevation loss; -700m
Mount Kilimanjaro
Barranco Camp
This section of the Machame Route is filled with thrilling exploration and life-changing scenery. You'll start the day with a 90-minute climb up the magnificent Barranco Wall, also known as the Breakfast Wall. After that, you'll continue along a calm trail until you reach the Karanga Valley. Here, you'll settle and mentally prepare for the final stretch of your journey.
Change in Elevation: 3,900m to 3,995m
Distance: 6km
Estimated hiking time: 4-6 hours
Elevation gain; 300m
Elevation loss 205m
Vegetation zone: Alpine desert
Mount Kilimanjaro
Karanga Camp
The final day on the Kilimanjaro Machame Route, before the summit, begins with a gentle climb through the Karanga Valley. Temperatures will drop, and vegetation will thin out. You'll set up camp on an exposed part of the ridge (barafu camp) and enjoy an energy-rich meal to prepare for your midnight ascent to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Change in Elevation: 3,995m to 4,673m
Distance: 4km
Estimated hiking time: 3-4 hours
Elevation gain; 678m
Vegetation zone: Alpine desert
Mount Kilimanjaro
Barafu Camp
Your journey to the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro starts just after midnight, taking you across sapphire glaciers to Stella Point. A beautiful sunrise will illuminate the summit as you proceed toward your ultimate destination: Uhuru Peak, known as the "Rooftop of Africa."
From the summit, you'll feel an immense sense of exhilaration and triumph as you look down upon the clouds and ice. Following a celebration with your support team, you'll descend to Barafu Camp for a short break, then move on to Mweka Camp. There, a hot meal will be waiting, and you'll spend your last night on the mountain unwinding beneath the stars.
NB: This is the longest and most challenging day of the trek.
Change in Elevation: 4,673m to 5,895m to 3,100m
Distance: 17 km, (5km ascent, 12km descent)
Estimated hiking Time: 12-16 hours (7-8 hours to summit, 5-6 hours descending)
Elevation Gain: +1,222 to summit
Elevation loss; -2,795m descent
Vegetation zone: Arctic / Rainforest
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mweka Camp
After breakfast, you'll walk back to Mweka Gate, enjoying the misty, deep green forest. You'll then say goodbye to your guides and porters before getting into the shuttle that will take you back to Moshi/Arusha, where you can look forward to a hot shower, a comfortable bed, and fresh clothes.
Change in Elevation: 3,100m to 1,640m
Distance: 10 km
Estimated hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Elevation Loss: -1,460m
Vegetation zone: Rainforest
Mweka
No accommodation
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is suitable for children 15 years old and older.
Machame Camp
Shira Cave Camp
Barranco Camp
Karanga Camp
Barafu Camp
Mweka Camp
No accommodation
This tour starts and ends in Moshi or Arusha.
We advise on international flights, but you book them yourself.
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Please ensure you have the following documents ready before travelling:
For children: Additional travel documents may be required when travelling without one or both parents.
Entry requirements can vary by nationality and change over time, so we recommend checking the latest requirements before travelling.
To book this safari, simply click “Get a Free Quote” and complete the request form. Please make sure your details are correct, including your full name, email address, phone number, travel dates, and number of travelers, so our safari team can prepare the right proposal for you.
Booking Deposit
A non-refundable booking deposit of USD 250 per person is required to confirm your Mount Kilimanjaro climb. The deposit will be applied toward the total cost of your trek but will not be refunded if the booking is cancelled.
Final Payment
The remaining balance may be paid either:
For bookings confirmed within 45 days of departure, the non-refundable deposit of USD 250 per person is required to secure the booking. The remaining balance must be paid in cash upon arrival in Arusha before the trek begins.
All bookings are subject to Bush 2 City Adventure’s Booking Terms & Conditions.
Travel & Medical Insurance
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is mandatory for every traveller participating in the Mount Kilimanjaro climb because high-altitude trekking involves serious health, rescue, and evacuation risks.
Every traveller must be individually named and covered under the insurance policy. For families or groups, please confirm that all participating members are listed, including children where applicable. Group leaders or the main policyholder should not assume that the other travellers are automatically covered.
The policy must specifically cover:
Please confirm the coverage directly with your insurer, as many standard policies exclude high-altitude trekking, mountain rescue or helicopter evacuation. You should also confirm whether the insurer pays hospitals and rescue providers directly or requires the traveller to pay first and request reimbursement afterward.
Arrange insurance independently before travel. Each traveller may need to provide proof of coverage, including the policy number and the insurer’s emergency contact details, before beginning the climb.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be submitted in writing and take effect on the date Bush 2 City Adventure receives them.
The USD 250 per person booking deposit is non-refundable in all circumstances. Where the applicable cancellation fee exceeds the deposit already paid, the following charges will apply based on the total cost of the booking:
Any issued domestic or regional flight tickets and other non-refundable services will be charged in full, regardless of the cancellation date.
We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance at the time of booking to protect against eligible cancellation expenses, medical emergencies and other unforeseen circumstances.
Click here to find Bush 2 City`s Travel Terms & Conditions.
International Flights
International flights are not included in your Mount Kilimanjaro and safari package. They must be booked, paid for, and managed directly by you.
Your journey begins and ends in Arusha. Unless otherwise stated in your confirmed itinerary, international flights should be arranged as follows:
Arrival: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), followed by a transfer to Arusha
Departure: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), with a transfer from Arusha
Bush 2 City Adventure can recommend suitable international flight options that coordinate with your itinerary. However, the final booking, payment, and management of international flights remain your responsibility.
Before booking, please check your arrival and departure dates and times against the confirmed itinerary. You should also verify all passport, Tanzanian visa, transit, airline check-in, and baggage requirements.
Bush 2 City Adventure is not responsible for international flight delays, cancellations, missed connections, schedule changes, or other disruptions caused by third-party airlines.
Important Travel Responsibility
Please allow sufficient time for immigration, customs, baggage collection, airport transfers and onward connections.
If an independently booked international flight causes you to miss any part of your Mount Kilimanjaro climb or safari, any additional accommodation, transfers, meals, replacement travel arrangements or itinerary changes will be at the traveller’s expense.
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering flight delays, cancellations, missed connections, baggage loss and other unexpected travel disruptions.
Health & Medical Considerations
Travellers should be in good physical health for Mount Kilimanjaro trekking. The climb involves several consecutive days of hiking, steep and uneven trails, cold conditions, and high altitude. The wildlife safari may also include early starts, long game drives, and travel over rough terrain.
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro carries serious altitude-related health risks. Physical fitness does not prevent altitude sickness, so all instructions provided by your mountain guide must be followed carefully.
Consult your doctor or a qualified travel-health specialist before travelling, particularly if you have a heart or respiratory condition, limited mobility, allergies or any other medical concern. Please inform Bush 2 City Adventure in advance of anything that could affect your climb or safari.
Vaccinations & Malaria
A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate may be required when entering Tanzania from, or following an extended transit through, a country with a risk of Yellow Fever transmission.
Malaria is present in parts of Tanzania, including some safari areas. Consult your doctor well before departure about malaria prevention and any recommended vaccinations.
Medication, Diet & Insurance
Bring sufficient prescription medication for your entire journey and keep essential medication in your carry-on luggage. Medication should remain in its original labelled packaging, with a copy of the prescription where appropriate.
Inform us in advance of any dietary requirements, allergies, medical conditions or mobility needs so that suitable arrangements can be made where possible.
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is mandatory for every climber. Each traveller must be individually named on the policy, which must cover high-altitude trekking up to at least 6,000 metres, emergency medical treatment, search and rescue, evacuation—including helicopter rescue where available—and repatriation.
Health and vaccination requirements may change. Travellers are responsible for obtaining professional medical advice and confirming Tanzania’s current entry and health requirements before departure.
Recommended Safari Reading
Would you like to learn more about Mount Kilimanjaro and Tanzania’s wildlife before your journey? These recommended books offer helpful insights into high-altitude trekking, wildlife, landscapes, conservation, and safari heritage.
Our favourites include Kilimanjaro: The Trekking Guide to Africa’s Highest Mountain by Henry Stedman for preparing for the climb, together with The Safari Companion by Richard D. Estes and The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals by Jonathan Kingdon for identifying and understanding the wildlife you may encounter. Serengeti Shall Not Die by Bernhard and Michael Grzimek also offers a memorable perspective on Tanzania’s conservation legacy.
Reading is entirely optional, but it is an enjoyable way to prepare for your Mount Kilimanjaro climb and Tanzania wildlife safari.
Weather
Weather conditions vary considerably between Mount Kilimanjaro and Tanzania’s safari areas. Safari destinations generally experience warm days and cooler mornings and evenings, while temperatures on Kilimanjaro become progressively colder as the altitude increases.
During the climb, you may experience sunshine, rain, strong winds, mist, and freezing temperatures. Conditions near the summit can fall well below freezing, particularly during the nighttime summit attempt. Proper layered clothing, waterproof equipment and cold-weather gear are essential.
Tanzania’s main rainy seasons generally occur from March to May—the long rains—and between October and December—the short rains. Rainfall often arrives as afternoon or evening showers, although its timing and intensity can vary. Kilimanjaro’s weather is unpredictable, and rain or snow may occur at any time of year.
We recommend checking the latest forecasts shortly before departure while remaining prepared for rapidly changing conditions on the mountain and during the wildlife safari.
What to Pack
This Mount Kilimanjaro climb uses mountain tents at designated campsites. You will carry a small daypack during each trekking day, while a porter transports your main duffel bag between camps.
Daypack
A waterproof daypack of approximately 25–35 litres is recommended for items needed while walking:
Main Duffel Bag
Pack your remaining mountain equipment in a strong, water-resistant, soft-sided duffel bag:
Wear properly broken-in hiking boots and avoid cotton clothing, as it retains moisture and dries slowly. Dress in layers that can be added or removed as temperatures change.
Suitcases and wheeled luggage are unsuitable for the mountain. Porter weight limits apply, so please follow the baggage instructions provided before departure.
Travel Essentials
Keep the following in your personal carry-on luggage:
Label all luggage clearly and always keep your travel documents, medication and valuables with you.
Ascend: Machame Gate > Machame camp > Shira Cave > Barranco Camp > Karanga Camp> Barafu Camp >
Summit Uhuru Peak
Descent Mweka Camp> Mweka Gate
All Year Round
The hotel we select comply with our high standards and requirement per category.
Machame Camp
Shira Cave Camp
Barranco Camp
Karanga Camp
Barafu Camp
Mweka Camp
No accommodation
After a hotel breakfast in Moshi/Arusha, you'll drive 45/90 minutes through coffee plantations and villages to Machame Gate. There, you'll register with Kilimanjaro National Park while your gear is prepared. Then, you'll hike through rainforest and savannah to Machame Camp, enjoying views of wildlife, plants, and eventually Kibo Peak. Your porters and cooks will have a hot meal ready for your arrival.
Change in Elevation: 1,800m to 2,835m
Distance: 11km
Estimated hiking time: 5-8 hours
Elevation gain; 1,035m
Vegetation zone: Rain Forest
Mount Kilimanjaro
Machame Camp
After a warm breakfast, you'll start your day by packing up your gear and heading out across the heathland and moorland dunes. As you trek, you'll experience increasingly higher altitudes, which will help your body acclimate. You'll climb the lava-filled Shira Plateau before making your way to Shira Camp, where your porters and cooks will have a delicious meal ready for you.
Change in Elevation: 2,835m to 3,750m
Distance: 5 km
Estimated hiking time: 5-6 hours
Elevation gain; 915m
Vegetation zone: Moorland
Mount Kilimanjaro
Shira Cave Camp
Today's trek begins early with a steep, rewarding climb east across the Shira Plateau. After the junction of the Shira and Lemosho Routes, you'll take a secluded trail for a break. Lunch will be at Lava Tower, an incredible 300-foot volcanic plug, before a rapid descent to your campsite in the Great Barranco Valley. This scenic spot is encompassed by massive valley walls and the stunning Kibo massif, with glaciers reflecting sunlight and a unique landscape featuring giant lobelias and groundsels. You'll then enjoy a warm meal before sleeping. Today's climb will reach an altitude of 4600m, but you'll descend to sleep at 3900m, an important strategy for acclimatization.
Change in Elevation: 3750m to 4,600m to 3,900m
Distance: 10km
Estimated hiking time: 6-8 hours
Elevation gain; 850m
Elevation loss; -700m
Mount Kilimanjaro
Barranco Camp
This section of the Machame Route is filled with thrilling exploration and life-changing scenery. You'll start the day with a 90-minute climb up the magnificent Barranco Wall, also known as the Breakfast Wall. After that, you'll continue along a calm trail until you reach the Karanga Valley. Here, you'll settle and mentally prepare for the final stretch of your journey.
Change in Elevation: 3,900m to 3,995m
Distance: 6km
Estimated hiking time: 4-6 hours
Elevation gain; 300m
Elevation loss 205m
Vegetation zone: Alpine desert
Mount Kilimanjaro
Karanga Camp
The final day on the Kilimanjaro Machame Route, before the summit, begins with a gentle climb through the Karanga Valley. Temperatures will drop, and vegetation will thin out. You'll set up camp on an exposed part of the ridge (barafu camp) and enjoy an energy-rich meal to prepare for your midnight ascent to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Change in Elevation: 3,995m to 4,673m
Distance: 4km
Estimated hiking time: 3-4 hours
Elevation gain; 678m
Vegetation zone: Alpine desert
Mount Kilimanjaro
Barafu Camp
Your journey to the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro starts just after midnight, taking you across sapphire glaciers to Stella Point. A beautiful sunrise will illuminate the summit as you proceed toward your ultimate destination: Uhuru Peak, known as the "Rooftop of Africa."
From the summit, you'll feel an immense sense of exhilaration and triumph as you look down upon the clouds and ice. Following a celebration with your support team, you'll descend to Barafu Camp for a short break, then move on to Mweka Camp. There, a hot meal will be waiting, and you'll spend your last night on the mountain unwinding beneath the stars.
NB: This is the longest and most challenging day of the trek.
Change in Elevation: 4,673m to 5,895m to 3,100m
Distance: 17 km, (5km ascent, 12km descent)
Estimated hiking Time: 12-16 hours (7-8 hours to summit, 5-6 hours descending)
Elevation Gain: +1,222 to summit
Elevation loss; -2,795m descent
Vegetation zone: Arctic / Rainforest
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mweka Camp
After breakfast, you'll walk back to Mweka Gate, enjoying the misty, deep green forest. You'll then say goodbye to your guides and porters before getting into the shuttle that will take you back to Moshi/Arusha, where you can look forward to a hot shower, a comfortable bed, and fresh clothes.
Change in Elevation: 3,100m to 1,640m
Distance: 10 km
Estimated hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Elevation Loss: -1,460m
Vegetation zone: Rainforest
Mweka
No accommodation
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is suitable for children 15 years old and older.
Machame Camp
Shira Cave Camp
Barranco Camp
Karanga Camp
Barafu Camp
Mweka Camp
No accommodation
This tour starts and ends in Moshi or Arusha.
We advise on international flights, but you book them yourself.
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Please ensure you have the following documents ready before travelling:
For children: Additional travel documents may be required when travelling without one or both parents.
Entry requirements can vary by nationality and change over time, so we recommend checking the latest requirements before travelling.
To book this safari, simply click “Get a Free Quote” and complete the request form. Please make sure your details are correct, including your full name, email address, phone number, travel dates, and number of travelers, so our safari team can prepare the right proposal for you.
Booking Deposit
A non-refundable booking deposit of USD 250 per person is required to confirm your Mount Kilimanjaro climb. The deposit will be applied toward the total cost of your trek but will not be refunded if the booking is cancelled.
Final Payment
The remaining balance may be paid either:
For bookings confirmed within 45 days of departure, the non-refundable deposit of USD 250 per person is required to secure the booking. The remaining balance must be paid in cash upon arrival in Arusha before the trek begins.
All bookings are subject to Bush 2 City Adventure’s Booking Terms & Conditions.
Travel & Medical Insurance
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is mandatory for every traveller participating in the Mount Kilimanjaro climb because high-altitude trekking involves serious health, rescue, and evacuation risks.
Every traveller must be individually named and covered under the insurance policy. For families or groups, please confirm that all participating members are listed, including children where applicable. Group leaders or the main policyholder should not assume that the other travellers are automatically covered.
The policy must specifically cover:
Please confirm the coverage directly with your insurer, as many standard policies exclude high-altitude trekking, mountain rescue or helicopter evacuation. You should also confirm whether the insurer pays hospitals and rescue providers directly or requires the traveller to pay first and request reimbursement afterward.
Arrange insurance independently before travel. Each traveller may need to provide proof of coverage, including the policy number and the insurer’s emergency contact details, before beginning the climb.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be submitted in writing and take effect on the date Bush 2 City Adventure receives them.
The USD 250 per person booking deposit is non-refundable in all circumstances. Where the applicable cancellation fee exceeds the deposit already paid, the following charges will apply based on the total cost of the booking:
Any issued domestic or regional flight tickets and other non-refundable services will be charged in full, regardless of the cancellation date.
We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance at the time of booking to protect against eligible cancellation expenses, medical emergencies and other unforeseen circumstances.
Click here to find Bush 2 City`s Travel Terms & Conditions.
International Flights
International flights are not included in your Mount Kilimanjaro and safari package. They must be booked, paid for, and managed directly by you.
Your journey begins and ends in Arusha. Unless otherwise stated in your confirmed itinerary, international flights should be arranged as follows:
Arrival: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), followed by a transfer to Arusha
Departure: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), with a transfer from Arusha
Bush 2 City Adventure can recommend suitable international flight options that coordinate with your itinerary. However, the final booking, payment, and management of international flights remain your responsibility.
Before booking, please check your arrival and departure dates and times against the confirmed itinerary. You should also verify all passport, Tanzanian visa, transit, airline check-in, and baggage requirements.
Bush 2 City Adventure is not responsible for international flight delays, cancellations, missed connections, schedule changes, or other disruptions caused by third-party airlines.
Important Travel Responsibility
Please allow sufficient time for immigration, customs, baggage collection, airport transfers and onward connections.
If an independently booked international flight causes you to miss any part of your Mount Kilimanjaro climb or safari, any additional accommodation, transfers, meals, replacement travel arrangements or itinerary changes will be at the traveller’s expense.
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering flight delays, cancellations, missed connections, baggage loss and other unexpected travel disruptions.
Health & Medical Considerations
Travellers should be in good physical health for Mount Kilimanjaro trekking. The climb involves several consecutive days of hiking, steep and uneven trails, cold conditions, and high altitude. The wildlife safari may also include early starts, long game drives, and travel over rough terrain.
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro carries serious altitude-related health risks. Physical fitness does not prevent altitude sickness, so all instructions provided by your mountain guide must be followed carefully.
Consult your doctor or a qualified travel-health specialist before travelling, particularly if you have a heart or respiratory condition, limited mobility, allergies or any other medical concern. Please inform Bush 2 City Adventure in advance of anything that could affect your climb or safari.
Vaccinations & Malaria
A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate may be required when entering Tanzania from, or following an extended transit through, a country with a risk of Yellow Fever transmission.
Malaria is present in parts of Tanzania, including some safari areas. Consult your doctor well before departure about malaria prevention and any recommended vaccinations.
Medication, Diet & Insurance
Bring sufficient prescription medication for your entire journey and keep essential medication in your carry-on luggage. Medication should remain in its original labelled packaging, with a copy of the prescription where appropriate.
Inform us in advance of any dietary requirements, allergies, medical conditions or mobility needs so that suitable arrangements can be made where possible.
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is mandatory for every climber. Each traveller must be individually named on the policy, which must cover high-altitude trekking up to at least 6,000 metres, emergency medical treatment, search and rescue, evacuation—including helicopter rescue where available—and repatriation.
Health and vaccination requirements may change. Travellers are responsible for obtaining professional medical advice and confirming Tanzania’s current entry and health requirements before departure.
Recommended Safari Reading
Would you like to learn more about Mount Kilimanjaro and Tanzania’s wildlife before your journey? These recommended books offer helpful insights into high-altitude trekking, wildlife, landscapes, conservation, and safari heritage.
Our favourites include Kilimanjaro: The Trekking Guide to Africa’s Highest Mountain by Henry Stedman for preparing for the climb, together with The Safari Companion by Richard D. Estes and The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals by Jonathan Kingdon for identifying and understanding the wildlife you may encounter. Serengeti Shall Not Die by Bernhard and Michael Grzimek also offers a memorable perspective on Tanzania’s conservation legacy.
Reading is entirely optional, but it is an enjoyable way to prepare for your Mount Kilimanjaro climb and Tanzania wildlife safari.
Weather
Weather conditions vary considerably between Mount Kilimanjaro and Tanzania’s safari areas. Safari destinations generally experience warm days and cooler mornings and evenings, while temperatures on Kilimanjaro become progressively colder as the altitude increases.
During the climb, you may experience sunshine, rain, strong winds, mist, and freezing temperatures. Conditions near the summit can fall well below freezing, particularly during the nighttime summit attempt. Proper layered clothing, waterproof equipment and cold-weather gear are essential.
Tanzania’s main rainy seasons generally occur from March to May—the long rains—and between October and December—the short rains. Rainfall often arrives as afternoon or evening showers, although its timing and intensity can vary. Kilimanjaro’s weather is unpredictable, and rain or snow may occur at any time of year.
We recommend checking the latest forecasts shortly before departure while remaining prepared for rapidly changing conditions on the mountain and during the wildlife safari.
What to Pack
This Mount Kilimanjaro climb uses mountain tents at designated campsites. You will carry a small daypack during each trekking day, while a porter transports your main duffel bag between camps.
Daypack
A waterproof daypack of approximately 25–35 litres is recommended for items needed while walking:
Main Duffel Bag
Pack your remaining mountain equipment in a strong, water-resistant, soft-sided duffel bag:
Wear properly broken-in hiking boots and avoid cotton clothing, as it retains moisture and dries slowly. Dress in layers that can be added or removed as temperatures change.
Suitcases and wheeled luggage are unsuitable for the mountain. Porter weight limits apply, so please follow the baggage instructions provided before departure.
Travel Essentials
Keep the following in your personal carry-on luggage:
Label all luggage clearly and always keep your travel documents, medication and valuables with you.
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