9-Day Mount Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route

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

Arrival in Moshi or Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha for Dinner and Overnight stay.
- Pick-up from airport & transfer to hotel
- Pre-climb briefing with guide
- Equipment check & rest

Accommodation: Hotel in Africa Safari Arusha
Meals: Dinner.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Arusha Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lemosho Gate (2100m) to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2650m)

After breakfast at the Hotel Drive from Arusha to Lemosho Gate for registration. After done all registration at the gate Begin to trekking Mount Kilimanjaro through lush rainforest, spotting wildlife and exotic flora along the way.
- Drive to Lemosho Gate (~3-4 hrs)
- Begin trek through rainforest
- Wildlife sightings possible (monkeys, birds)
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: 7 km
Meals & Overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp (3610m)

Today you'll have breakfast and Checking all necessary things at the Camp and Ascend the Mountain through the Lush forest and transition into the heather moorland zone, enjoying sweeping views of the Shira Plateau.- Climb out of rainforest into moorland
- First views of Kibo Peak
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: ~8 km
Overnight: Shira 1 Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp (3850m)

Departing from Shira 1 Camp (3,505 m) and a light trekking towards the second high altitude camp: Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m). This trek is not difficult and you will be able to enjoy spectacular views of Africa and the unique flora of Kilimanjaro and the surrounding area. Shira 2 Camp is the best place on the trip to see Mount Meru (the fifth summit of Africa), weather permitting. When you arrive at camp you will have lunch, and after a two-hour rest, everyone will complete an acclimatization hike towards Lava Tower Camp that features a 300-meter gain in altitude.- Gentle trek across Shira Plateau
- Acclimatization hike in the afternoon
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Distance: ~7 km
Overnight: 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 to Barranco Camp (3976m) via Lava Tower (4630m)

Acclimatization day: ascend to Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco Camp, passing through stunning alpine landscapes. It might be difficult, and you may feel some discomfort, but in order to successfully acclimate to the altitude you have to spend at least 1–2 hours here, so this is where lunch will be. Then you will descend to Barranco Camp (3,960 m). Here you can see the famous Barranco Wall, impressive in both its massive size and steepness! The next day you will be climbing it, but don’t worry: it features a very simple hiking trail.- Hike up to Lava Tower for acclimatization
- Descend to Barranco Valley
Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
Distance: ~10 km
Overnight: Barranco 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)

Barranco to Karanga Camp (3995m)

Early wakeup, breakfast and the start of summiting Barranco Wall. Hiking up the gorge wall is not difficult and only takes around an hour. After the climb, you can have a rest and take photos in front of the Kibo volcano. Then you start a more difficult hike to Karanga Camp, which features numerous ascents and descents during the route, but don’t worry: our guides are experts at choosing an optimal pace for the group. After reaching the camp you will be offered a warm lunch. After rest a couple of hours you will have to complete an acclimatization hike in the direction of Barafu Camp with a 300-meter gain in altitude, and then descent back down to the camp.- Climb the Barranco Wall (challenging but fun)
- Trek through alpine desert
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Distance: ~5 km
Overnight: Karanga 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)

Karanga to Barafu Camp (4673m)

A gradual ascent leads to Barafu Camp, the launching point for your summit attempt. Rest and prepare for the final ascent. Our team will set up a camp for you ahead of time, including tents and sleeping bags, so you can relax. After regaining strength, you have to complete an acclimatization hike towards the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp (4,800 m) and then back to Barafu Camp, where you will be served a hot dinner. It is better to spend the remainder of the day resting and sleeping before night summiting.
- Short but steep hike to base camp
- Early dinner & rest before summit night
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: ~4 km
Overnight: Barafu 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)

Barafu to Uhuru Peak (5895m), then descend to Mweka Camp

Begin your summit push at midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak at sunrise. After celebrations, descend to Mweka Camp for a well-earned rest. Technically the climb is relatively simple; however, the most challenging part is the high altitude. Each pair of climbers will get a personal guide for the entire ascent to monitor your physical and mental conditions. After your successful ascent to Uhuru Peak, you can descend to the nearest glacier if desired.
- Midnight start for summit attempt
- Reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise
- Celebrate, then descend to Mweka
Hiking Time: 12–14 hours total
Distance: ~17 km
Overnight: Mweka 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)

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (1640m) – Drive to hotel

The camp is situated in a tropical rainforest. When you wake up, you will feel relief from the reduction of the height and the satisfaction of reaching the summit. After a warm breakfast, you will head for the park’s exit: Mweka Gate (1,640 m). After your descent the whole group will gather to congratulate you, followed by offering you a chance to share your opinions on the climb in the guestbook. Lastly, we will present you with your commemorative certificates in our office and provide you a transfer back to the hotel.
- Final descent through forest
- Receive summit certificates
- Drive to hotel for hot shower & celebration
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: ~10 km
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & lunch.

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.