Around midnight, you begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak. The climb is slow, steady, and deliberate, following a zigzag trail through scree. As dawn approaches, you reach Stella Point on the crater rim, where the sun rises over the plains far below.

From there, the final traverse leads to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Standing here after climbing Shira and Mawenzi gives the summit a deeper sense of completion.

After photos and quiet reflection, you descend back past Barafu and continue down to Millennium Camp. The air grows warmer, oxygen returns, and the long day ends with well-earned rest.

Altitude: 4,700m to 5,895m to 3,820m | Distance: 11 – 12 km | Duration: 12 – 15 hours