8-Day Lemosho Route – the Ultimate Journey to Uhuru Peak

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

Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

After pickup from the airport or your hotel, depart for the western side of Mount Kilimanjaro and drive to Lemosho Gate. The journey takes approximately 3–4 hours, passing through scenic countryside, local villages, and farmland.

At Lemosho Gate, complete the necessary park registration and permit formalities while your mountain crew prepares for the trek. Once ready, begin your adventure through the lush montane rainforest.

Follow the peaceful forest trail at a comfortable pace, surrounded by towering trees, rich vegetation, and the sounds of nature. After several hours of trekking, arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp (Big Tree Camp), where you’ll enjoy dinner and rest for the night.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

After breakfast, continue your ascent from Mti Mkubwa Camp toward Shira 1 Camp. The trail gradually leaves the rainforest behind and enters the heath and moorland zone, where the landscape becomes more open and dramatic.

As you climb, enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. The trail crosses rugged terrain before reaching the vast Shira Plateau, one of the most beautiful areas on the mountain.

Arrive at Shira 1 Camp, where you’ll enjoy dinner and rest while your body begins adapting to the increasing altitude.

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

After breakfast, trek across the spectacular Shira Plateau, enjoying wide-open landscapes and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Continue toward Shira 2 Camp, then proceed east toward Moir Hut, a quieter and scenic area at higher elevation.

The trail gradually climbs through the alpine desert, offering excellent opportunities for acclimatization. The changing landscape and dramatic volcanic formations make this a memorable day on the Lemosho Route.

Arrive at Moir Hut, where you’ll have time to relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the next stage of your journey.

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 Barranco Camp

After breakfast, continue your ascent toward Lava Tower, also known as the “Shark’s Tooth,” at approximately 4,630 m (15,190 ft). This is an important acclimatization day, following the principle of “climb high, sleep low.”

The trail crosses the dramatic alpine desert, with the vegetation becoming increasingly sparse as you gain altitude. After reaching Lava Tower, take a short rest before beginning the descent toward Barranco Camp.

The descent helps your body adjust to the higher elevation while offering spectacular views of the mountain’s rugged landscape. Arrive at Barranco Camp in the afternoon, settle in, and enjoy dinner beneath the impressive Barranco Wall.

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

After breakfast, begin one of the most adventurous sections of the Lemosho Route as you tackle the impressive Barranco Wall. With the support of your experienced guides and crew, climb steadily over the rocky wall while enjoying spectacular views of Kibo Peak and the surrounding valleys.

After conquering the Barranco Wall, descend into the beautiful Karanga Valley before continuing toward Karanga Camp.

This relatively short trekking day allows you to maintain a comfortable pace and focus on acclimatization as you approach the summit.

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

After breakfast, continue your ascent toward Barafu Camp, the final base camp before your summit attempt. The trail climbs through the rugged alpine desert, with vegetation becoming increasingly sparse as you gain altitude.

Upon reaching Barafu Camp, you will have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers spectacular views of Kibo from different angles.

After arriving at camp, enjoy lunch and spend the afternoon resting and preparing for your summit attempt. Your guide will provide a final briefing and check that you are ready for the challenging climb ahead.

Enjoy an early dinner and get as much rest as possible before your midnight summit attempt.

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 to Summit (Uhuru Peak) and Descend to Mweka Camp

Begin your summit attempt around midnight, leaving Barafu Camp under the stars. Ascend slowly and steadily through the steep scree toward Stella Point (5,739 m / 18,829 ft) on the crater rim.

As dawn approaches, enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Africa. From Stella Point, continue along the crater rim toward Uhuru Peak (5,895 m / 19,341 ft), the highest point in Africa.

Celebrate your achievement at the summit before beginning your descent. After a short rest at Barafu Camp, continue downhill through the alpine desert and moorland toward Millennium Camp, where you’ll enjoy dinner and a well-deserved rest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

After breakfast, begin your final descent from Millennium Camp through the lush montane rainforest toward Mweka Gate. Enjoy the beautiful forest scenery as you gradually descend to lower elevations.

Upon reaching Mweka Gate, complete the necessary park formalities and collect your Kilimanjaro summit certificate, celebrating your successful ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro.

After saying farewell to your mountain crew, your vehicle will transfer you from Mweka Gate to the airport or your hotel, depending on your onward travel arrangements.

Congratulations on successfully completing your 8-Day Lemosho Route adventure with Eretoto Adventures!

Main Destination:

Mweka Gate (Mt 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.