• Distance: ~12 km

• Time: 6–8 hours

• Habitat: Moorland

 You leave the forest and enter the moorland zone, with views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. The path is more open with alpine scenery and giant heathers.

 Overnight at Horombo Hut

• Distance: ~10 km

• Time: 6–7 hours

• Habitat: Alpine desert

 A tough day crossing the “saddle” – a desert-like plain between Mawenzi and Kibo. Arrive at Kibo Hut for rest before your midnight summit attempt. Early dinner & full briefing from guides.

 Overnight at Kibo Hut

• Distance: ~21 km total

• Time: 10–14 hours

• Habitat: Arctic at summit, then moorland

 Around midnight, begin the final push to Uhuru Peak, passing Gilman’s Point (5,685 m) at sunrise. After conquering Africa’s highest peak, descend back to Kibo Hut, rest, then continue down to Horombo Hut.

 Overnight at Horombo Hut

• Distance: ~19 km

• Time: 5–7 hours

Final descent through moorland and rainforest. At Marangu Gate, collect your summit certificate! Transfer back to Moshi or Arusha hotel.