Conquering Kilimanjaro: 7 Days to the Summit via Lemosho Route

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Hotel to Mti Mkubwa Camp
1 stop
1
After breakfast and the briefing, we'll drive to Londorossi Park Gate (about a 3-hour drive). From there, a forest track accessible by a 4WD vehicle leads to Lemosho Glades. We'll hike along forest trails to the Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 2 Camp
1 stop
2
Following a satisfying breakfast, the trail begins to gently incline, leading us into the expansive heather moorland zone. Along the way, we'll traverse multiple babbling streams and press forward over the prominent Shira Ridge, passing by the Shira 1 campsite. Our journey culminates as we arrive at the serene Shira 2 camp, nestled within moorland meadows beside a meandering stream. Key Details: - Elevation: From 2650m/8700ft to 3850m/12,600ft - Distance: Covering a span of 16km/10mi - Hiking Time: Anticipate 7-8 hours of trekking - Habitat: Immersed in the captivating Moorland environment
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp
1 stop
3
From the Shira Plateau, we continue east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we proceed, our direction shifts southeast towards the Lava Tower, known as the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev. 4650m/15,250ft). After the tower, we head down to the Barranco Camp. This day aids acclimatization for summit day. Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft Distance: 8km/5mi Walking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Semi-desert
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
1 stop
4
After breakfast, we ascend the steep Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction connecting with the Mweka Trail. Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft Distance: 5km/3mi Climbing Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
1 stop
5
We continue to Barafu Camp, completing the South Circuit that provides diverse summit views. This is where we rest, dine, and prepare for summit day. Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft Distance: 4km/2mi Climbing Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
1 stop
6
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we ascend towards the summit through scree, reaching Stella Point on the crater rim. After a rest, a one-hour ascent through snow takes us to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Kilimanjaro. We descend to Mweka Camp via Barafu for lunch. Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft (up) Down to 3090m/10,150ft (down) Distance: 5km/3mi up / 13km/8mi down Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel
1 stop
7
After breakfast, we descend to Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it might be wet and muddy. Our vehicle will be ready to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi. Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft Distance: 10km/6mi Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Forest
8 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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