7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Expedition via the Lemosho Route

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

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

Elevation: 2,100 m to 2,820 m
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest

After breakfast, you will depart for Londorossi Gate for registration and permit formalities. From the gate, a short drive takes you to the trailhead, where your trek begins through the lush rainforest. Along the way, keep an eye out for black-and-white colobus monkeys and a variety of bird species inhabiting the forest.

Arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp in the afternoon, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and spend your first night on the mountain.

Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

Elevation: 2,820 m to 3,505 m
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Moorland

After breakfast, continue trekking through the forest before entering the heath and moorland zone. The vegetation gradually changes as giant heathers and volcanic rock formations dominate the landscape.

As you ascend, enjoy panoramic views of Kibo Peak and the vast Shira Plateau. Arrive at Shira 1 Camp in the afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight at Shira 1 Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut

Elevation: 2,820 m to 3,505 m
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Moorland

After breakfast, continue trekking through the forest before entering the heath and moorland zone. The vegetation gradually changes as giant heathers and volcanic rock formations dominate the landscape.

As you ascend, enjoy panoramic views of Kibo Peak and the vast Shira Plateau. Arrive at Shira 1 Camp in the afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight at Shira 1 Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Moir Hut to Barranco Camp

Elevation: 4,200 m to 3,960 m
Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

This is an important acclimatization day. Hike toward Lava Tower at approximately 4,630 meters, where you will have lunch before descending to Barranco Camp.

The descent helps your body adapt to the altitude, following the principle of "climb high, sleep low." Barranco Camp sits beneath the impressive Barranco Wall and offers magnificent sunset views.

Overnight at Barranco Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Elevation: 3,960 m to 4,035 m
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

Begin the day by climbing the famous Barranco Wall, one of the most exciting sections of the Lemosho Route. Once at the top, enjoy stunning vistas of glaciers, valleys, and surrounding peaks.

Continue across rolling terrain before reaching Karanga Camp, where you can rest and prepare for the summit attempt.

Overnight at Karanga Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Elevation: 4,035 m to 4,640 m
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

After breakfast, trek steadily toward Barafu Camp, your base camp for the summit ascent. Upon arrival, enjoy an early dinner and take time to rest, as the summit climb begins shortly after midnight.

The views from Barafu Camp are spectacular, offering glimpses of Mawenzi Peak and the endless plains below.

Overnight at Barafu Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Gate – Moshi

Elevation: 4,640 m to 5,895 m to 1,640 m
Hiking Time: 12–15 hours
Habitat: Arctic Zone, Alpine Desert and Rainforest

Shortly after midnight, begin your summit ascent toward Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,895 meters. Reach Stella Point at sunrise before continuing to Uhuru Peak, where you will celebrate your achievement and take memorable photographs at the Roof of Africa.

After enjoying the summit experience, descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest and refreshments before continuing down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Upon arrival, receive your summit certificate and meet your driver for the transfer back to Moshi, where you can relax and celebrate the successful completion of your Kilimanjaro adventure.

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.