8-Day Climb Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

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

Moshi to Lemosho Gate ( 2100 m / 6889 ft ) to Mti Mkubwa Big Tree Camp ( 2650 m / 8694 ft )

After breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel in Moshi and moved to Lemosho gate, 2100m/6889ft, which is located on the Kilimanjaro western side. Once the registration process is completed, you will start your climb towards the Lemosho glades to reach Mti Mkubwa Big Tree camp 2650/8,694ft for spending your night over there, distance 6km/4 miles, 2- 3 hours walking, Habitat- Rain Forest Zone.

Distance: 6km / 4 miles
Walking Time: 2-3 hours
Habitat: Rainforest.

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 Big Tree Camp ( 2650 m / 8694 ft ) to Shira 1 Camp ( 3550 m / 11646 ft )

Today, it’s your turn to trek across the plateau of heather scattered along with volcanic rock formations. Also, the target for today is going to be the Shira 1 Camp, 3550m/11,646ft, where you can get to view Kibo peak. However, you will also be getting a chance to experience altitude.

You'll trek through the heather and moorland zones.
You'll enjoy views of the surrounding mountains.
You'll reach Shira 1 Camp, Kilimanjaro.

Distance: 8km / 5 miles
Walking Time: 6-7 hours
Habitat: Heather and 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 ( 3550 m / 11646 ft ) to Shira 2 Camp ( 3840 m / 12598 ft )

On day 3, you will have a chance to witness Northern Icefields along with great views of Kibo. Now, your climbing over the moorland will also be helpful with adaptation and allow you to experience the panoramic views. Today, our destination is where you need to reach, Shira 2 Camp, 3840m/ 12,598ft. Later, you will have your dinner and overnight stay.
You'll continue through the moorland, acclimatizing to the altitude.

You'll enjoy panoramic views of Kibo Peak.
Reach Shira 2 Camp, Kilimanjaro.

Distance: 8km / 5 miles
Walking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Heather and 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 (3840m/12598ft) – Lava Tower 4550 m to Barranco Camp ( 3900 m / 12795 ft )

Now, your journey will get started with great panoramic views where you can also experience the chance by having a path towards the upland desert as well as over the lava ridges. You will now reach the Lava tower 4550m/ 14,927ft, which is said to be a great place where you are going to have lunch. Later, in the afternoon, you will move down to Baranco camp, 3900m/ 12,795ft, for a night's stay, which is located at the base of Great Barranco Valley.

You'll hike towards the Lava Tower, offering stunning views.
You'll descend into the Barranco Valley.
You'll reach Barranco Camp, Kilimanjaro.

Distance: 11km / 6 miles
Walking Time: 5-7 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 ( 3900 m / 12795 ft ) to Karanga Camp ( 4100 m / 13451 ft )

On day 6, you will move down to Great Barranco. Now you will exit to the Great Barranco wall. However, you will be going to climb over the rock, which is going to be long as well as tiring for sure. Now, you move towards Karanga Valley and take a path to the night’s camp at Karanga camp 4100m/13,451ft for a night's stay.

You'll descend into the Great Barranco.
You will ascend the Barranco Wall, a challenging section.
Later, you'll reach Karanga Camp, Kilimanjaro.

Distance: 5km / 3 miles
Walking 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 ( 4100 m / 13451 ft ) to Barafu Camp ( 4600 m / 15091 ft )

After your breakfast, you'll start your walk towards Barafu camp. Now, you will be experiencing the tough, steep walk. On arrival at Barafu camp 4600m/15,091ft, you'll spend your afternoon with lunch and take a rest for a long night as well. Then, you will have dinner very early and sleep so that you can wake up between 11 pm and 12 pm to start the climb towards the summit.

You'll hike steeply towards Barafu Camp.
You will acclimate at Barafu Camp, Kilimanjaro.
You'll have an early dinner and rest in preparation for the summit attempt.

Distance: 4km / 2 miles
Walking 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 (4600m/15091ft) – Stella Point ( 5735 m / 18815 ft ) to Uhuru Peak ( 5895 m / 19340 ft )

You'll take your path towards the summit glaciers and get to experience the great height after 5 to 6 hours. Here, you can witness the great views for sure. Now, you will be over the crater rim, which is located at Stella Point 5735m/ 18,815ft. Then the ice cliffs in the crater start surrounding you. After a couple of hours walking, you will reach the summit, Uhuru Peak, 5895m/19,340ft. Now, you'll move down to Stella Point, then get back to Barafu Camp for your breakfast. After a short rest, you'll continue your descent to Mweka Camp at 3100m/10,170ft for an overnight stay.

You'll begin the summit attempt around midnight.
You'll reach Stella Point Kilimanjaro (5735m).
You'll continue to Uhuru Peak, Kilimanjaro (5895m), the highest point in Africa, and descend to Mweka Camp, Kilimanjaro.

Distance: 13km / 8 miles
Walking Time: 11-14 hours
Habitat: Summit Zone.

Main Destination:

Mt Kilimanjaro Summit

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Mweka Camp ( 3100 m / 10170 ft ) to Mweka Exit Gate to Moshi

Now, you'll take a trip towards Mweka Gate 1650/ 5,413ft, where you'll complete all the formalities and get certificates. Then, you will get back to the hotel in Moshi as per the instructions. Finally, the 8-day Lemosho route journey has come to an end.

You'll descend to Mweka Gate, Kilimanjaro (1650m).
You'll complete exit formalities and receive your summit certificate.
You will transfer back to your hotel in Moshi.

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.