8-Day Lemosho Route – Scenic Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Lemosho Gate – Mti Mkubwa Camp

Your adventure begins with a drive to Lemosho Gate, located within Kilimanjaro National Park. After registration and meeting the mountain crew, the trek begins through a dense tropical rainforest. This area is rich with wildlife, including colobus monkeys and colorful birds. The trail gradually ascends to Mti Mkubwa Camp, also known as Big Tree Camp.

Elevation: 2,100 m to 2,820 m

Distance: 6 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Rainforest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mti Mkubwa Camp – Shira 1 Camp

Leaving the rainforest behind, the trail climbs into the moorland zone. The landscape opens up with beautiful views of the Shira Plateau and the surrounding valleys. By afternoon you will reach Shira 1 Camp, located on the western edge of the plateau.

Elevation: 2,820 m to 3,505 m

Distance: 8 km

Hiking Time: 5–6 hours

Habitat: Moorland.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shira 1 Camp – Shira 2 Camp

Today is a relatively gentle trekking day across the wide Shira Plateau, one of the largest high-altitude plateaus in the world. The hike provides incredible panoramic views and helps your body gradually acclimatize to the altitude.

Elevation: 3,505 m to 3,850 m

Distance: 7 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Moorland.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shira 2 Camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp

This is an important acclimatization day. The trail climbs gradually toward the famous Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp. This strategy of “climb high, sleep low” helps your body adapt to the altitude while offering spectacular views of the mountain.

Elevation: 3,850 m to 4,600 m then down to 3,960 m

Distance: 10 km

Hiking Time: 6–7 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp

The day begins with the famous Barranco Wall climb, a steep but manageable scramble that rewards climbers with breathtaking views. After reaching the top, the trail continues through valleys and ridges before arriving at Karanga Camp.

Elevation: 3,960 m to 4,035 m

Distance: 5 km

Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp

Today you hike toward Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit attempt. The landscape becomes rocky and exposed as you approach the high alpine zone. After arriving at camp, you will rest, eat an early dinner, and prepare for the midnight summit climb.

Elevation: 4,035 m to 4,640 m

Distance: 4 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barafu Camp – Summit – Mweka Camp

Your summit attempt begins around midnight. The climb is challenging but incredibly rewarding as you reach Stella Point and continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating at the summit, descend to Mweka Camp for rest.

Elevation: 4,640 m → 5,895 m → 3,100 m

Hiking Time: 10–14 hours

Habitat: Arctic to Rainforest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate

After breakfast, descend through the beautiful rainforest to Mweka Gate where you will receive your official summit certificate. Afterward, transfer back to Moshi for celebration and relaxation.

Elevation: 3,100 m to 1,640 m

Distance: 10 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.