Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by a Savannah Prideland Adventures representative who will escort you to your hotel. The hotel provides comfortable rooms, hot water, polite staff, a swimming pool, and internet access, ensuring a relaxing start to your adventure. In the evening, you will attend a briefing with Savannah Prideland Adventures managers, who will guide you through the upcoming climb, finalize equipment checks, and provide essential safety instructions to prepare you for the journey ahead. Private transfers for the group are included, with additional individual transfers available for a fee, so coordinating your group’s arrival and departure times will help minimize extra costs.

After breakfast, your guide and mountain support team from Savannah Prideland Adventures will meet you at the hotel before transferring you to Nalemuru Gate (2,020 m / 6,627 ft), the northern entrance to Kilimanjaro National Park. Following the completion of climbing permits and registration with the park’s search and rescue services, your trek begins along Kilimanjaro’s northern slope, passing through dense coniferous forest. The hike to Simba Camp (2,671 m / 8,761 ft) is moderate, allowing your body to adjust to the altitude while enjoying the natural surroundings. Upon arrival, your support crew will have your tents set up and dinner prepared. As this is your first night at higher elevation, it is important to drink plenty of water, consider preventive high-altitude medicine, and alert your guide if you experience headaches, nausea, or any other symptoms of altitude sickness.

After an early breakfast, your journey continues from Simba Camp to Kikilewa Camp (3,630 m / 11,906 ft), where the trail offers increasingly breathtaking views, including Kibo Volcano on clear days. The trek is longer and more physically demanding than the previous day, requiring a steady pace and regular rest breaks. Arriving at Kikilewa Camp, you can relax, take in the panoramic scenery, and allow your body to recover while continuing to acclimatize to the higher altitude, preparing for the more challenging sections of the climb ahead.

After breakfast at Kikilewa Camp, you will trek towards Mawenzi Tarn Camp, situated at the base of Mawenzi Volcano, Kilimanjaro’s second-highest peak. Once you arrive, you will enjoy lunch and a short rest before embarking on a gentle acclimatization hike up toward Mawenzi Volcano, gaining approximately 200 meters (656 ft) in elevation. This hike is designed to help your body adjust to higher altitudes, enhancing your chances of successfully reaching the summit while minimizing the risk of altitude-related discomfort. You will then return to Mawenzi Tarn Camp for dinner and overnight rest, surrounded by the striking scenery of Kilimanjaro’s rugged slopes.

Today’s trek takes you from Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Hut Camp (4,720 m / 15,482 ft), where the terrain gradually transforms into rocky semi-desert with sparse vegetation. The hike is moderately challenging and requires careful pacing to conserve energy for the upcoming nighttime summit attempt. Upon arrival at Kibo Hut Camp, rest, hydrate, and avoid strenuous activity to ensure you are well-prepared for the climb to Uhuru Peak, Kilimanjaro’s summit, which awaits the following night.

In the middle of the night, you will depart Kibo Hut Camp (4,720 m / 15,482 ft) to make your final ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m / 19,336 ft), Kilimanjaro’s highest point. Although the climb itself is technically manageable, the extreme altitude makes it physically demanding, and even simple movements can feel strenuous. Savannah Prideland Adventures pairs climbers in twos with personal guides who closely monitor physical and mental well-being throughout the summit attempt. Upon reaching the peak, you may take in the breathtaking views and explore the nearby glaciers before descending to Kibo Camp for a brief rest. The journey continues down to Horombo Camp (3,720 m / 12,202 ft), where you will enjoy dinner and a much-needed overnight rest. It is important to remain cautious during the descent, as most accidents and injuries occur at this stage.

After a warm breakfast at Horombo Camp, the final leg of your trek begins as you descend to Marangu Gate (1,970 m / 6,462 ft), Kilimanjaro National Park’s exit point. This descent offers a mix of rainforest scenery and the rewarding sense of accomplishment that comes with completing one of the world’s most iconic climbs. Upon arrival at Marangu Gate, you will be presented with summit certificates, have the opportunity to leave your reflections in the guestbook, and celebrate the achievement with your guides and support team. Finally, Savannah Prideland Adventures will transfer you back to your hotel for a well-deserved rest.

On the final day, you will enjoy a leisurely morning at your hotel before being transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flight. Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM, but late check-out can be arranged for an additional fee if your flight departs later in the day. This concludes your unforgettable Kilimanjaro adventure with Savannah Prideland Adventures, leaving you with memories and experiences that will last a lifetime.