9 days · Tanzania · Expedition
Kilimanjaro Crater Camp Expedition
Spend a night inside Kilimanjaro’s summit crater, close to the glaciers, then stand on Uhuru Peak at sunrise. A rare, high-altitude adventure for well-prepared climbers who want more than the summit.
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9 days on the mountain
Route
Lemosho · Barranco · Crater Camp · Uhuru Peak
Best time
Jan – Mar, Jun – Oct
Ideal for
Experienced, well-acclimatised
A night in the crater
Very few climbers ever see Kilimanjaro’s crater up close. On this expedition you approach via the scenic Lemosho route, giving you plenty of time to acclimatise, then climb to the crater rim and camp at about 5,700 m beside the Furtwangler Glacier. There is time to explore the Reusch Crater and its ash pit before a short walk to Uhuru Peak for sunrise. Sleeping this high carries extra altitude risk, so this trip is for fit, experienced hikers, and our guides monitor every climber closely.
Itinerary
Day by day
A sample route. Your planner will adjust camps and order to match the herds' position in your travel month.
Days 1–3 · Lemosho to Shira 2
Rainforest, then the wide Shira Plateau, with time to acclimatise.
Day 4 · Lava Tower & Barranco
Climb high to the Lava Tower and sleep lower in the Barranco Valley.
Days 5–6 · Karanga & Barafu
Cross the Barranco Wall and continue to Barafu high camp.
Day 7 · To Crater Camp
Climb to the crater rim and on to Crater Camp beside the glaciers, at about 5,700 m.
Day 8 · Sunrise summit
Explore the Reusch Crater and ash pit, reach Uhuru Peak for sunrise, then descend to Mweka Camp.
Day 9 · Down to Mweka Gate
Walk down through the rainforest to celebrate.
Included
— Park, camping and rescue fees
— Professional mountain guides, cook and porters
— Quality tents, sleeping mats and mess tent
— All meals and treated water on the mountain
— Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
— Hotel nights before and after the climb
— Airport transfers
Not included
— International flights and visas
— Travel insurance with high-altitude cover (required)
— Sleeping bag and personal gear (rental available)
— Tips for guides and crew
— Drinks and personal items
Climb Kilimanjaro with us
Climb privately with your own crew, or join one of our small group departures to share the adventure and the cost. Tell us your dates and we’ll suggest the best option.
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