This itinerary provides a good balance of trekking and acclimatization, increasing your chances of reaching the summit successfully. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and the sense of accomplishment as you conquer Kilimanjaro!
8 Days Lemosho Route – Kilimanjaro Trek
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrive in Moshi, Tanzania.
Rest and prepare for the trek.
Briefing with your guide.
Day 2: Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa
Drive to Lemosho Gate (2,385m).
Begin trek through rainforest.
Camp at Mti Mkubwa (2,820m).
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
Continue through rainforest.
Enter the heath zone.
Camp at Shira 1 (3,505m) with stunning views.
Day 4: Shira 1 to Shira 2
Trek across the Shira Plateau.
Camp at Shira 2 (3,810m).
Acclimatization hike in the afternoon.
Day 5: Shira 2 to Barranco Camp
Trek to Barranco Camp (3,960m).
Traverse the alpine desert.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Barranco Wall.
Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Ascend the Barranco Wall.
Traverse Karanga Valley.
Camp at Karanga Camp (4,035m).
Day 7: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Hike to Barafu Camp (4,640m).
Rest and prepare for summit night.
Early bedtime for summit push.
Day 8: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak and Mweka Camp
Midnight start for the summit.
Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at sunrise.
Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m) for overnight.
Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Descend through rainforest.
Reach Mweka Gate (1,640m).
Celebrate your achievement and transfer back to Moshi.
Day 10: Departure
Relax, recover, and reflect on your Kilimanjaro adventure.
Depart from Moshi.
Inclusive
5 nights’ mountain accommodation
All transportation – airport pick up and drop off included
All park entrances fees
Professional English speaking Mountain guide & chef
