Kibo Huts
Kibo Huts are basic stone shelters located at 4,720 meters (15,500 feet) on Mount Kilimanjaro’s Marangu Route, serving as the final base camp before the summit attempt to Uhuru Peak. The huts offer simple dormitory-style accommodation with bunk beds and shared pit toilets, designed for rest and acclimatization before the challenging overnight climb to the […]
Horombo Huts
Horombo Huts are a set of stone and wooden huts located at 3,720 meters (12,200 feet) on the Marangu Route of Mount Kilimanjaro. Serving as a common overnight stop for both ascending and descending climbers, they offer dormitory-style accommodation with bunk beds, shared toilets, and a communal dining area. The huts provide a more comfortable […]
Mandara Huts
Mandara Huts are the first overnight stop on the Marangu Route of Mount Kilimanjaro, situated at an altitude of 2,700 meters (8,858 feet). Nestled within the lush montane forest zone, the huts offer basic dormitory-style accommodation with bunk beds, shared toilets, and a dining area. Surrounded by dense vegetation and often visited by blue monkeys […]
Mweka Camp
Mweka Camp is the final campsite for climbers descending Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame, Lemosho, Shira, and Umbwe routes. Situated at an altitude of approximately 3,100 meters (10,170 feet), the camp is nestled within the lush rainforest zone of the mountain. Facilities are basic, with no permanent structures; climbers typically sleep in tents. The camp […]
Barafu Camp
Barafu Camp is the final base camp for climbers attempting the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame, Lemosho, or Umbwe routes. Located at an altitude of 4,673 meters (15,331 feet), the camp sits on a rocky, exposed ridge with stunning views of the surrounding peaks and glaciers. Conditions are harsh, with cold temperatures, high […]
Barranco Camp
Barranco Camp is a popular campsite on Mount Kilimanjaro, situated at approximately 3,960 meters (12,992 feet). Located at the base of the Barranco Wall, a notable volcanic feature, it serves as an overnight stop for climbers on the Machame, Lemosho, Shira, and Umbwe routes. The camp offers stunning views of the surrounding landscapes, including the […]
Shira Camp
Shira Camp is a campsite on Mount Kilimanjaro, located on the western side of the mountain. It serves as an overnight stop for climbers on the Lemosho and Shira routes. The camp is situated on the Shira Plateau, a high-altitude plateau formed from the remnants of an ancient volcanic crater. The plateau offers expansive views […]
Machame Camp
Machame Camp, also known as Machame Hut Campsite, is the first overnight stop for climbers ascending Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route. Situated at an elevation of approximately 2,835 meters (9,301 feet), the camp is nestled within the lush montane rainforest on the southwestern slopes of the mountain. This campsite offers trekkers their initial experience […]
