A lifetime adventure is coming – Kilimanjaro

Touch the Roof of Africa !

TOTAL DURATION
14days
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
• someone in exceptional hiking/climbing condition
• trails are not always available
• significant increase in mileage
• extreme elevation gain
• technical aspects of hike
SEASON

17 - 31 August 2026

PRICE PER PERSON

4850€

The day has finally arrived for the adventure of a lifetime! Get ready and board the plane to Tanzania! Arrive at the bustling town of Moshi, nestled at the base of Africa’s highest peak. Check into your hotel, take a moment to relax, and breathe in the warm air of the Kilimanjaro region. Stroll through the town, enjoy a local meal, and feel the anticipation building for the days ahead.

Wake up to the sounds of Moshi’s lively streets. Meet your climbing team, check your equipment, and take a short walk around town. Visit a nearby coffee farm to experience local traditions and aroma, and prepare your body for the incredible journey ahead.

Drive to Lemosho Gate and start your trek through lush rainforest, where colobus monkeys swing from tree to tree and colorful birds fill the air with song. Arrive at Big Tree Camp, set up your tent, and enjoy a hearty meal as you soak in the unique atmosphere of the forest.

Leaving the forest behind, we trek across the Shira Plateau, an expansive alpine landscape with vast views of Kibo Peak rising majestically above the clouds. Take your time to marvel at the volcanic formations and enjoy the quiet beauty of the plateau. Evening brings a spectacular sunset, painting the sky in hues of pink and gold.

As we ascend further, we explore the Lava Tower, a striking volcanic formation, and descend into Barranco Valley, framed by towering cliffs and glaciers. The climb continues with the exciting scramble up Barranco Wall, testing our strength and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks.

Reaching Karanga and then Barafu Camp, we prepare for the ultimate challenge: the midnight summit. Trek slowly through the alpine desert under a sky full of stars, pass Stella Point at sunrise, and finally stand atop Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point. Celebrate your achievement, surrounded by sweeping views of glaciers and plains stretching to the horizon.

Descend to Mweka Camp and enjoy the lush rainforest once more. At Mweka Gate, collect your official summit certificate—a tangible memory of an extraordinary accomplishment. Return to Moshi for a hot shower and celebratory dinner.

Afterward, transfer to Arusha for rest and relaxation. Explore local markets, visit handicraft shops, or take a short excursion to Kikuletwa Hot Springs. Then begins a safari adventure: drive to the Ngorongoro Crater and witness one of the most extraordinary wildlife experiences on earth. Spot elephants, lions, rhinos, zebras, hippos, and flamingos in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a vast volcanic caldera teeming with life.

Return to Karatu for overnight and the next day travel back to Arusha. On the way, visit Maasai villages, meet local communities, and experience their unique traditions and way of life. Finally, explore the charming town of Arusha before heading to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

Learn this too:
Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest free-standing mountain in the world, rising to 5,895 meters. Its slopes are home to diverse ecosystems—from lush rainforest to alpine desert—hosting rare flora and fauna. The local Chagga people have inhabited the region for centuries, cultivating coffee and maintaining a deep spiritual connection to the mountain. Kilimanjaro is not only a physical challenge but also a journey through one of Africa’s most unique natural and cultural landscapes.

ITINERARY

  • Day 1: Departure from Athens (El. Venizelos) - Arrival in Tanzania – Moshi

    Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you’ll be welcomed by your guide and transferred to Moshi. A short walk on evening to Moshi town that may accompanied by early dinner at one of restaurant in Moshi Town.

    Meals: Bed & Breakfast

  • Day 2: Rest Day Moshi

    After a morning pre-climb briefing, equipment checks, and introductions to your climbing team, you’ll have some time to explore the area. If time allows, enjoy a walking tour of Moshi town, visit a nearby coffee farm to experience local culture, or take an optional trip to the beautiful waterfalls in a nearby village.

    Meals: Bed & Breakfast

  • Day 3: Lemosho Gate (2,385 m) - Big Tree Camp (2,780 m)

    After breakfast, drive to Lemosho Gate, complete registration, and begin trekking through lush rainforest. The forest is alive with colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and exotic bird species. You’ll reach Big Tree Camp in the afternoon where your tents and a warm meal awaits.

    Distance: 7 km | Time: ~4 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 4: Big Tree Camp (2,780 m) - Shira 1 Camp (3,500 m)

    Leave the forest and hike across grassy moorland with giant heathers and volcanic rock. Enjoy open views as you approach the wide Shira Plateau. In the evening Shira 1 offers incredible vistas of Kibo Peak above the clouds.

    Distance: 8.5 km | Time: ~7 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 5: Shira 1 Camp (3,500 m) - Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m)

    Today’s trek is easier, giving you more time to enjoy the Shira Plateau’s unique volcanic formations. You’ll arrive at Shira 2 by early afternoon. After settling in, take an acclimatization hike to a nearby ridge for panoramic views of Kibo and Mount Meru.
    Evening is perfect for stargazing under Africa’s clear skies.

    Distance: 8 km | Time: ~5 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 6: Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m) - Lava Tower (4,640 m) - Barranco Camp (3,960 m)

    This is a key acclimatization day. Hike upwards into the alpine desert to reach Lava Tower, a striking volcanic formation where you’ll stop for lunch. After exploring and learning about its geology, descend into Barranco Valley, framed by towering cliffs and
    glaciers.

    Distance: 10 km | Time: ~7 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 7: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) - Karanga Camp (3,963 m)

    Start with the thrilling ascent of the Barranco Wall, a fun scramble with breathtaking views. Cross valleys and ridges beneath Heim and Kersten glaciers before climbing into Karanga Camp. In the afternoon, join your cook for a mountain cooking demonstration
    and enjoy freshly prepared dishes at high altitude.

    Distance: 5.5 km | Time: ~5 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 8: Karanga Camp (3,963 m) & Barafu Camp (4,640 m)

    A short but steep trek leads you into the barren alpine desert. Upon reaching Barafu Camp, enjoy magnificent views of Mawenzi and Kibo. The afternoon is set aside for rest, meditation, and breathing exercises to prepare for the midnight summit attempt.

    Distance: 4 km | Time: ~4–5 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 9: Summit Day – Barafu (4,640 m) - Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) - Mweka Camp (3,100 m)

    Depart at midnight, trekking slowly by headlamp up steep scree slopes to reach Stella Point (5,739 m) at sunrise. Continue to Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point. Celebrate with team photos and soak in the 360° views of glaciers and plains below. Afterward, descend back to Barafu for a meal, then continue down to Mweka Camp for your final night on the mountain.

    Distance: 16.4 km | Time: ~13–15 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 10: Mweka Camp (3,100 m) - Mweka Gate (1,630 m) - Moshi

    Descend through the rainforest, enjoying the return of lush greenery and birdlife. At Mweka Gate, collect your official summit certificate. A vehicle will return you to Moshi, where a hot shower and celebratory dinner awaits.

    Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

  • Day 11: Rest Day in Arusha

    A Day start with transfer from Moshi to Arusha City. You may choose to enjoy the hotel amenities, or opt for a short cultural excursion such as coffee plantations, hot spring tour(Kikuletwa), or handicraft shops. This day allows you to rest after your hike adventure and prepare for the safari.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 12: Ngorongoro Crater

    Enjoy a full-day safari inside the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s largest intact volcanic calderas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With picnic lunch in the crater, you’ll explore habitats that host an incredible density of wildlife including black rhinos,
    elephants, buffalo, zebras, lions, hyenas, hippos, and flamingos. In the evening, drive back to Karatu for overnight.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 13: Karatu - Arusha

    After breakfast, depart Karatu and enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha. On the way, pass through Maasai villages where you can observe traditional culture and take photos. Enjoy lunch in Arusha before your transfer to hotel for overnight

    Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

  • Day 14: Leaving Arusha - Kilimanjaro Airport

    Wake up in the morning and enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Arusha. 
    Later, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

    Meals: Breakfast

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Moshi town
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Ngorongoro Safari
  • Maasai villages
  • Coffee Plantations
  • Arusha town

additional info

  • A passport valid for more than 6 months beyond the return date.
  • A visa is required for entry into the country. Holders of a Greek passport can apply for it here: https://visa.immigration.go.tz/. It is recommended to start the visa application process 1 to 1.5 months before the trip. Holders of a Cypriot passport do not require a visa.
  • Regarding vaccinations, there are no see mandatory vaccinations required for entry into Tanzania. However, there are optional vaccines that you may choose to receive after first consulting a doctor you trust and/or the National Public Health Organization. With regard to malaria, there is no vaccine; only preventive medication in pill form is available, which anyone may take if they wish. Vaccination against yellow fever is optional, unless you have previously traveled to a country where the virus is endemic.
  • As for the preparation of your trip, after your participation is confirmed, you will receive detailed information with all useful details.
  • Cash (local Tanzanian currency) and SIM cards for internet access will be purchased at the destination. You should plan to have around €250–€300 with you.
  • Anyone who wishes can obtain an e-SIM online, for example through platforms such as Orange Travel, Airalo, MobineX, TripSIM, etc.
  • Regardless of the checked baggage allowance included with the flight we booked, it is advisable to carry a few changes of clothes and all essential items in your carry-on luggage or backpack. This is recommended because, in some cases, airline delays may cause checked luggage to arrive late, so it is best to be prepared.
  • It is mandatory to have all the equipment listed in the trip description. If you do not have some of these items, you will need to rent them locally. We can provide additional information regarding prices and other details upon request.
  • The porters can carry backpacks up to 15 kg. Any additional weight must be carried individually throughout the climb of Mount Kilimanjaro. It is very important that the bag is of duffel type.
  • The climb of Mount Kilimanjaro is a very demanding 8-day trek. It takes place at high altitudes, so before signing up, you should be in excellent physical condition, have prior extensive experience in mountain hiking, and, of course, consult your doctor to determine whether you are capable of handling such altitudes.
  • One month before the trip, we will have a call to introduce ourselves, and go over the final details.

 

Payment Installments per Person:

Installment 1 – Booking Deposit (by February 15, 2026): 1,200 €

Installment 2 – By June 14, 2026: 1,300 €

Installment 3 – By July 2, 2026: 1,350 €

Installment 4 – By August 2, 2026 (final payment): 1,000 €

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellation by February 15, 2026:

  • Full refund of the amount paid.

Cancellation from February 16 – June 14, 2026:

  • A refund of 700 € will be issued. (Please note that the refund of 700 € will only be processed if the second installment has been paid in full. Otherwise, no refund will be issued)

Cancellation after June 14, 2026:

  • No refund, unless a replacement participant is found.

 

***In case a passenger does not show up at the airport, no refund will be issued.

***The travel agency reserves the right to cancel the trip if the required minimum number of participants is not met or for any other reason, in which case a full refund will be issued.

 

Payment methods:

  • ΙΒΑΝ: GR52 02600 14000 02702 01187 955

Beneficiary: VARVATIS DIMITRIOS MILTIADIS or through

  • Iris Payments: 122758831

(**The banking charges that can arise from depositing funds from another bank burden the customer.)

 

 

included

Round-trip airfare from Athens to Kilimanjaro and from Kilimanjaro to Athens, with a connecting stop in Istanbul (Your flight includes 1 checked bag of 23 kg , 1 carry-on bag up to 8 kg, and 1 personal item per passenger) and Private transport to & from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your
Accommodation in Moshi in BB
Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate
Park entry fees and Government taxes
4 Season Mountain tents
Double layered Sleeping Mats 4 inches (10cm) thick
Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
3 meals a day while on the mountain
Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
Hot water for washing
Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
Portable oxygen tanks
Ox meter
Emergency first-aid kit
Stethoscope
Portable flush toilet with a toilet and tent
Mountain climbing certificates
A day trip to Materuni Waterfalls and Coffee tour
Private safari 4 x4 vehicle in Tanzania.
Services of professional English-speaking driver/Guide
Park entrance fees Government taxes levies.
All meals during safari.
Accommodation and meals on the last day, as per the itinerary
Travel insurance, which provides coverage for the planned activity at the specified altitudes.

excluded

Anything that is not mentioned in the description
Meals and drinks in addition to those provided
Lunches, dinners and drinks at your hotel before and after climb.
Flights Laundry (Available at hotel)
Personal items and toiletries
Tips for guides, porters and cook (250-300 USD per person)
Tourist Visa
Sim cards
Personal expenses

Must-Have equipment

Thermal Hat / Fleece Hat
Sun hat-Sunglasses (must cover eyes completely)
Scarf / Balaclava / Buff
Down Jacket 800+ fill
Water Βottle 2 x 1liters (for instance Nalgene bottles as they can resist boiling water to freezingwater) and a 1.5lt Camelback.
Waterproof Jacket (Gore-Tex or similar with hood)
Fleece x 2 (one heavy weight and 1 lighter)
Long sleeve shirts x 2 (NOT COTTON – synthetic materials and specialized hiking tops are best)
Short sleeve shirts x 2 (NOT COTTON – synthetic materials and specialized hiking tops are best)
Thermal glove liner (a thin inner glove that can fit inside the waterproof mitten)
Mitten
Thermal underwear - a pair
Lightweight trousers x 2 (NOT JEANS)
Waterproof trousers (Gore-Tex)
Socks x 6 (proper hiking sock are best)
Waterproof hiking boots (worn-in)
Spare shoes for in camp – running shoes are fine
Headlamp + spare batteries
Sun cream > factor 50, preferably 70
A pair of walking poles (particularly useful on descents and helps reduce stress on knees)
Small towel (camp towel)
Gaiters (keep out small stones, dust, and water)
First aid kit with your prescription medication (list the medication you take or intend to take)
Duffle bag – unframed (so that we can put it in our custom designed porter bags). Our porters will carry it.
Backpack (rucksack) (around 30 litres for waterproofs / water and any other essentials when trekking)
Sleeping bag (comfort -12℃)
Powerbank

A lifetime adventure is coming – Kilimanjaro

PRICE PER PERSON

4850€

A lifetime adventure is coming – Kilimanjaro

4850€

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