8-Day Lemosho Luxury Trek-Mount Kilimanjaro

• 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

Rainforest Zone | 2,780 m

After an early morning briefing at your hotel, meet your guide and mountain crew before driving approximately 3–4 hours to Londorossi Gate. After park registration and permit formalities, your Kilimanjaro adventure begins.
Trek through the lush rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp, where your crew will have your tents prepared and a warm meal waiting.

In the afternoon, enjoy a short acclimatization hike toward Shira 1 Camp before returning to camp for dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

Moorland Zone | 3,505 m

After breakfast, begin a steady ascent as the lush rainforest gradually opens into the expansive moorland. As you climb higher, enjoy spectacular views across the Shira Plateau and toward Kibo Peak.

The trek to Shira 1 Camp takes approximately 5–6 hours, offering a gentle pace that supports natural acclimatization.
After arriving at camp, enjoy a warm lunch prepared by your mountain crew, followed by time to relax or explore the surrounding scenery.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Shira Plateau | 3,900 m

After breakfast, trek across the spectacular Shira Plateau from Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp. The gentle 4–5-hour hike offers stunning volcanic landscapes, unique high-altitude vegetation, and panoramic views toward Mount Meru on clear days.

After lunch at camp, enjoy a short acclimatization hike toward Lava Tower before returning to Shira 2. This climb high, sleep low approach helps your body adapt to the increasing altitude.

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 to Lava Tower, Descent to Barranco Camp

Alpine Desert | 4,630 m

After breakfast, ascend through the dramatic alpine desert toward Lava Tower, reaching approximately 4,630 m. After time to acclimatize and enjoy lunch, begin the descent into the beautiful Barranco Valley.

Arriving at Barranco Camp at 3,960 m, you can relax and take in spectacular views of the famous Barranco Wall and surrounding peaks. The day’s climb high, sleep low profile provides valuable acclimatization before the summit stages ahead.

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 to Karanga Camp

Via Barranco Wall | 4,035 m

After an early breakfast, tackle the iconic Barranco Wall, one of Kilimanjaro’s most memorable sections. The climb takes around an hour and rewards you with spectacular views of Kibo Peak and the surrounding valleys.

Continue across a series of ridges and valleys toward Karanga Camp, where a warm lunch and time to relax await.

In the afternoon, enjoy a short acclimatization hike toward Barafu Camp before returning to Karanga for dinner and a well-earned rest.

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 to Barafu Camp

Alpine Desert | 4,640 m

After breakfast, ascend toward Barafu Camp, the final base camp before your summit attempt. Upon arrival, your crew will have your camp prepared, allowing you to rest and conserve energy.

A short acclimatization hike toward Kosovo Camp follows, using the “climb high, sleep low” approach to prepare your body for the summit.

Return to Barafu for an early dinner and final summit preparations. Rest as much as possible—your ascent to Uhuru Peak begins around midnight.

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)

Summit Uhuru Peak & Millennium Camp

Uhuru Peak | 5,895 m

Your summit adventure begins around midnight as you depart Barafu Camp for Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. The ascent is physically demanding due to the altitude, but your dedicated mountain guide will support and monitor you throughout the climb.

Reach the summit at sunrise and celebrate your achievement on the Roof of Africa, surrounded by breathtaking views across Tanzania. After taking in this unforgettable moment, descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing to Millennium Camp at 3,820 m.

Enjoy a well-deserved evening of rest after an extraordinary day on Kilimanjaro.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate

Final Descent | 1,650 m

After breakfast at Millennium Camp, begin your final descent through the lush rainforest toward Mweka Gate. The cooler, greener surroundings provide a refreshing contrast to the high-altitude landscapes of the previous days.

Upon reaching the gate, celebrate your successful Uhuru Peak summit, complete the park formalities, and receive your commemorative Kilimanjaro certificate.

From Mweka Gate, transfer to Arusha or the airport, depending on your travel plans, bringing your unforgettable Kilimanjaro journey to a close.

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.