8-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Trekking Adventure

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha/Moshi – Londorossi Gate – Mti Mkubwa Camp

Your 8-day Kilimanjaro adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi. Drive towards Londorossi Gate on the western side of Mount Kilimanjaro, enjoying scenic views of the Tanzanian countryside along the way. After registration and park formalities, continue to the trailhead and begin your first trek through the lush montane rainforest. The trail is relatively gentle, allowing you to settle into the rhythm of mountain trekking. Keep an eye out for birds, monkeys and other forest wildlife. After several hours of hiking, arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp, situated at approximately 2,780 metres. Enjoy dinner prepared by your mountain crew before settling into your tent for your first night on Kilimanjaro.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mti Mkubwa Camp – Shira 1 Camp

After breakfast, continue your trek through the rainforest as the vegetation gradually becomes thinner and transitions into the beautiful heath and moorland zone. The trail becomes more open, offering increasingly impressive views of the surrounding mountain landscape. Trek steadily across rolling terrain towards the Shira Plateau, one of Kilimanjaro’s most spectacular areas. As you gain altitude, you may catch your first clear views of Kibo Peak, the summit cone of Kilimanjaro. Arrive at Shira 1 Camp at approximately 3,505 metres. Enjoy lunch and take time to relax while your body begins adjusting to the increasing altitude. Dinner and overnight stay at camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Shira 1 Camp – Shira 2 Camp

Today is a relatively gradual trekking day across the magnificent Shira Plateau. After breakfast, begin walking through open moorland and high-altitude grasslands, surrounded by dramatic volcanic scenery. The route provides excellent opportunities to appreciate the changing landscape and take photographs of Kibo Peak. Your guide will maintain a comfortable pace and encourage regular hydration and rest. As you cross the plateau, the terrain gradually rises towards Shira 2 Camp. Arrive at camp in the afternoon and enjoy lunch before spending time relaxing and acclimatizing. In the evening, enjoy dinner with your trekking team and prepare for the more demanding days ahead. Overnight at Shira 2 Camp.

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

After breakfast, begin an important acclimatization day as you trek towards Lava Tower at approximately 4,630 metres. The trail crosses increasingly rugged alpine desert terrain, with vegetation becoming sparse and volcanic rocks dominating the landscape. Enjoy lunch around Lava Tower before beginning the descent towards Barranco Camp. This “climb high, sleep low” approach gives your body valuable time to adapt to the altitude. As you descend, you will pass through dramatic landscapes featuring giant senecio plants and the impressive Barranco Wall. Arrive at Barranco Camp at approximately 3,960 metres. Enjoy dinner and rest while taking in spectacular views of Kibo Peak.

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

After breakfast, begin one of the most memorable sections of the route by climbing the Barranco Wall. The trail involves some scrambling over rocks, but your experienced guide will assist you through the more challenging sections. Once above the wall, enjoy breathtaking views across the valleys and towards Kibo Peak. Continue along a series of ridges and valleys through the alpine desert towards Karanga Camp. Although the distance is relatively short, the altitude makes the trek demanding, so maintaining a slow and steady pace is important. Arrive at Karanga Camp in the afternoon, enjoy lunch and relax while taking in the mountain scenery. Dinner and overnight at camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp

After breakfast, begin your trek towards Barafu Camp, the final base camp before your summit attempt. The trail climbs steadily through rocky alpine desert terrain, with spectacular views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. As you approach Barafu, vegetation becomes almost nonexistent and the landscape feels increasingly rugged. Arrive at Barafu Camp at approximately 4,673 metres and have lunch. Spend the afternoon resting and preparing your summit equipment. Your guide will provide a detailed briefing about the midnight summit attempt. Enjoy an early dinner and try to sleep as much as possible before the challenging climb to Uhuru Peak.

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 – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp

Wake around midnight and begin your summit attempt under the stars. Trek slowly through the darkness towards Stella Point on the crater rim at approximately 5,739 metres. Continue along the crater rim towards Uhuru Peak, reaching 5,895 metres, the highest point in Africa. Celebrate your achievement and take photographs while enjoying the incredible summit views, weather permitting. After spending time at the summit, begin the descent back towards Barafu Camp for a short rest and refreshments. Continue descending through the alpine zone towards Mweka Camp. Arrive tired but proud, enjoy dinner and spend your final mountain night at approximately 3,100 metres.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Arusha/Moshi

After breakfast, begin your final descent through the lush Kilimanjaro rainforest. The trail becomes increasingly green and shaded as you lose altitude, providing a refreshing contrast to the high-altitude landscapes experienced during the climb. Continue at a comfortable pace towards Mweka Gate, where you will complete the park exit procedures and receive your summit certificate, subject to reaching the qualifying summit point. Meet your vehicle at the gate and begin the transfer back to Arusha or Moshi. Arrive at your hotel in the afternoon, where you can enjoy a well-earned shower, meal and rest after completing your unforgettable 8-day Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route adventure.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.