School Hut is a high-altitude summit camp located on Mount Kilimanjaro at approximately 4,750 meters (15,584 feet) above sea level. It is primarily used by climbers on the Rongai and Northern Circuit routes before their final summit attempt to Uhuru Peak.
The camp is positioned within the alpine desert zone, surrounded by rocky volcanic landscapes, glaciers, and dramatic mountain scenery. Due to its high elevation, the environment is cold, dry, and windy, with very little vegetation. Climbers staying at School Hut typically rest early before beginning their summit ascent during the night.
Accommodation at School Hut includes simple mountain shelters and camping areas for trekkers and support crews. The camp’s strategic location allows climbers a shorter summit push compared to some other summit camps on Kilimanjaro.
