Day 1-2: West to East Approach
Start at Londorossi Gate and trek through the forest to Shira 1 Camp.
Day 3: Shira 2 Camp
Cross the Shira Plateau with expansive views of the mountain's western face.
Day 4: Lava Tower to Moir Hut
Trek to the base of Lava Tower before veering north to the secluded Moir Hut.
Day 5: Northern Slopes to Buffalo Camp
A long trek across the high-altitude northern slopes with very few other climbers.
Day 6: Buffalo Camp to Third Cave
Continue around the mountain through the alpine desert towards Third Cave Camp.
Day 7: School Hut
A steady climb to the high camp at School Hut. Early dinner and rest.
Day 8: Summit Push: Uhuru Peak
Reach the summit via the Crater Rim. Descend to Mweka Camp via the southern route.
Day 9: Final Descent
Walk down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate.