This 5 day trek is perfect for fit hikers looking for a compact high-altitude adventure. You’ll climb to Weismann’s Peak (4,620 m) via the scenic Kilembe Trail, traversing lush rainforests, bamboo zones, giant heathers, and moorland valleys. Expect dramatic views and intimate wilderness, all expertly handled by Uganda Horizon Safaris for a memorable mountain experience.
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome briefing from Uganda Horizon Safaris to go over equipment, safety, and expedition details. Overnight in Entebbe with time to rest and prepare for your mountain adventure.
Morning Aerolink Uganda flight to Kasese Airstrip (~1 hr). Transfer to Kilembe trailhead and begin the trek ascending through rainforest, crossing streams and bird-rich habitat. Arrive at Sine Camp (2,596 m) in the afternoon for camp setup and debrief.
Trek through bamboo forests into afro-alpine moorlands, passing giant heather and stunning vistas. Arrive at Mutinda Camp (3,975 m) with time to enjoy panoramic mountain views, review the next stage, and settle into camp.
Early push to Weismann’s Peak, then descend via alpine lakes and grassy slopes to Kiharo Camp (3,460 m). The evening is spent celebrating your summit and sharing reflections with your crew.
Trek down through lush valleys to Kilembe. Transfer to Kasese for a hot meal and then fly back to Entebbe via Aerolink. Overnight in Entebbe or depart as preferred.
On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to Moshi Town.
● Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
● Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
● Distance: 10 km/6 miles
● Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
● Habitat: Rain Forest
The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Moshi town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.
*Safari, Zanzibar and other add-ons are available if you wish to continue exploring Tanzania.
● Meals: Breakfast Included
Tipping on Kilimanjaro from the trekking group (not per climber):
• Main Guide: $20/day/guide
• Assistant Guide: $15/day/guide
• Cook: $12/day
• Porter: $8/day/porter
Clients/Porters ratio 1:4
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Absolutely yes. We will arrange all airport transfers for you from and to the airport so that you don’t have to worry about how to get to your hotel. One of our drivers or guides will come to pick you up and take you back to the airport. This is already included in our offers and services.
Absolutely yes. Our handpicked hotels all offer you to safely store your luggage during your climb. In this way you can leave all gear that you won’t need during your climb at the hotel. That is very convenient if you are planning to go on a safari or to Zanzibar after your hike.
Tanzania Horizon Safaris has worked out a very transparent cancellation policy. In most cases we can offer a voucher if you have to postpone your travel. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Please note that deposits are non-refundable as they have to be used for making reservations for your hotel and transport.
*If a booking is cancelled the client is subject to a cancellation fee as follows:
