About This Package

Experience the ultimate Mount Kilimanjaro trek with our 8-Day Lemosho Route Climb. Celebrated for its sweeping scenery, tranquil trails, and high summit success rate, this 8-day itinerary offers an extended altitude profile to ensure your body acclimatizes smoothly. Trek through pristine rainforests, cross the iconic Shira Plateau, and climb past glacial landscapes as you journey to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the top of Africa.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp

Elevation: 2,100m to 2,650m | Distance: 6 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Highlights: Register at Londorossi Gate before a short drive to the trail head. Hike through lush tropical rainforest rich in exotic wildlife and playful colobus monkeys to reach Big Tree Camp.

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

Elevation: 2,650m to 3,610m | Distance: 8 km | Hiking Time: 5–6 hours

Highlights: Ascend out of the forest canopy onto rolling moorlands covered in giant heather. Cross the rim of the ancient Shira Plateau to reach Shira 1 Camp for sweeping mountain vistas.

Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Elevation: 3,610m to 3,850m | Distance: 7 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Highlights: Enjoy a relaxing, steady walk across the high-altitude Shira Plateau. This gentle pace aids in acclimatization while offering brilliant views of Kibo Peak.

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Elevation: 3,850m to 4,630m (Lava Tower) to 3,900m (Barranco) | Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 6–8 hours

Highlights: A vital "climb high, sleep low" acclimatization day. Hike up to the massive volcanic Lava Tower for lunch before dropping into the picturesque Barranco Valley.

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Elevation: 3,900m to 3,960m | Distance: 5 km | Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

Highlights: Conquer the famous Barranco Wall—a fun, non-technical scramble rewarding you with breathtaking views. Continue across undulating mountain slopes to Karanga Camp.

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (Summit Base)

Elevation: 3,960m to 4,670m | Distance: 4 km | Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

Highlights: Hike through a stark alpine desert landscape to reach Barafu Camp. Eat an early nutrient-rich dinner, prep gear, and rest before your midnight summit attempt.

Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (Summit Day!) to Mweka Camp

Elevation: 4,670m to 5,895m (Summit) down to 3,100m | Distance: 16 km total | Hiking Time: 11–15 hours

Highlights: Begin your midnight ascent by headlamp to Stella Point on the crater rim. Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at sunrise to celebrate atop Africa! Descend back to Barafu for rest and continue down to Mweka Camp.

Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (Moshi/Arusha)

Elevation: 3,100m to 1,640m | Distance: 10 km | Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Highlights: Complete a final descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Collect your official summit certificate, celebrate with your mountain team, and transfer back to your hotel.