About This Package

Experience Mount Kilimanjaro at its absolute best with our Unforgettable 8-Day Lemosho Route Trek. Renowned as one of the most scenic and comprehensive trails on the mountain, the 8-day itinerary provides an extended, gradual ascent profile for ultimate acclimatization. Enjoy high summit success rates, breathtaking landscapes, and rich wildlife as you journey toward Uhuru Peak (5,895m).

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: After registration at Londorossi Gate, take a short transfer to Lemosho Glades. Trek through pristine, undisturbed rainforest filled with exotic flora and wild colobus monkeys before arriving at 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: Leave the forest canopy behind and climb across rolling heather and moorland hills. Cross the rim of the ancient Shira Plateau to reach Shira 1 Camp for grand wilderness 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: A gentle trek across the high-altitude Shira Plateau. Enjoy a relaxed pace for optimal acclimatization with panoramic views of Kibo Peak and the Western Breach.

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 key "climb high, sleep low" day. Ascend to the massive volcanic Lava Tower for lunch before dropping into the majestic 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 offering spectacular views. Traverse undulating mountain valleys to reach 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. Settle in early, enjoy a nutritious dinner, and prepare for 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 night ascent by headlamp to Stella Point on the crater rim. Celebrate on top of Africa at Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at sunrise. Descend 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 festive descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive your official Kilimanjaro certificate, celebrate with your mountain crew, and transfer back to your hotel.