8-Day Lemosho Route – Kilimanjaro Climb

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

Moshi – Londorossi Gate – Mti Mkubwa Camp

After breakfast, drive to Londorossi Gate for registration. Begin the trek through the lush rainforest to reach Mti Mkubwa Camp (Big Tree Camp), home to a variety of wildlife and unique flora.

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Distance: 7 km

Vegetation: Rainforest

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mti Mkubwa – Shira 1 Camp

Ascend through the forest and into the moorland zone with stunning views across the Shira Plateau. You may see Mount Meru on clear days. Overnight at the shira 1 camp

Hiking Time: 5–6 hours

Distance: 8 km

Vegetation: Moorland

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shira 1 – Shira 2 Camp

Continue across the Shira Plateau to Shira 2 Camp. You’ll take it slowly to aid acclimatization, with optional short hikes around the camp. Overnight at Shira 2 Camp

Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

Distance: 10 km

Vegetation: Moorland

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

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 – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp

A key acclimatization day: ascend to Lava Tower and descend to Barranco Camp. The route offers spectacular views and helps your body adjust to the altitude. Overnight at Barranco Camp

Hiking Time: 6–7 hours

Distance: 10 km

Vegetation: Alpine desert

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

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

Trek the impressive Barranco Wall, then walk through valleys to reach Karanga Camp. This day helps build strength before summit day. You will proceed to the camp for overnight stay

Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

Distance: 5 km

Vegetation: Alpine desert

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

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 – Barafu Camp

A short hike to Barafu Camp, your base for the summit attempt. After early dinner and rest, prepare for the midnight summit push. Then proceed to the camp

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Distance: 4 km

Vegetation: Alpine desert

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

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 – Mweka Camp

Start the climb around midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak by sunrise – the Roof of Africa! After photos and celebration, descend to Barafu then to Mweka Camp for overnight rest.

Hiking Time: 12–14 hours

Distance: 17 km

Vegetation: Glacial zone to rainforest

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

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)

Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi

Final descent through rainforest to the gate. Receive summit certificates and transfer to Moshi for a well-deserved shower and rest. We will love to assist with hotel overnight at extra costs

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Distance: 10 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

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.