6-Day Kilimanjaro Trek Lemosho, Machame, Marangu, Rongai & Umbwe

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival and stay in comfortable hotel in Arusha
1 stop
1
Enjoy your first night in a comfortable hotel in Arusha.
1 day • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp 2650m
1 stop
2
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We will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha and head to the Lemosho Gate for registration and entrance permits. You will continue for an additional one-hour drive to the Lemosho starting point. You will disembark and enjoy a picnic lunch before meeting the entire crew, including guides, cooks, and porters. You will start the hike by crossing a rainforest, covering 7km in 2 to 3 hours to reach Mti Mkubwa Camp. Along the way, you will observe the diverse flora, including impatiens Kilimanjaro, and potentially spot black and white Colobus monkeys and other forest wildlife. Rongai route: Rongai Gate to Simba Camp Umbwe route: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave Camp Marangu route: Marangu gate to Mandara hut Machame route: Machame gate to Machame camp
1 day • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Mti Mkubwa to Shira 2 Camp 3850m
1 stop
3
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You will begin the day with a beautiful and lengthy hike, one of the longest. You will walk for 3-4 hours in the first session, covering a distance of 7km to reach Shira 1 camp. You will pause for lunch and a short break before embarking on a 4 to 5-hour hike, covering an additional 9km. You will traverse the middle of Shira Plateau, designated as a world heritage site, passing through the moorland zone. You will arrive at the stunning overnight camp nestled at the base of a massive lava flow. Rongai route: Simba cave to Second Cave camp Umbwe route: Umbwe Cave camp to Barranco camp Marangu route: Mandara hut to Horombo hut Machame route: Machame camp to Shira camp
1 day • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp 3940m
1 stop
4
Mount Kilimanjaro
You will traverse the Alpine Desert on a 9km hike lasting approximately 6-8 hours. You will begin by navigating steep hills and sparse rocks, progressing to a steady uphill climb. You will reach the lava tower at 4600m, a 150-meter-high volcanic plug located just outside the mountain. You will stop for lunch around noon, with some individuals potentially experiencing a mild headache due to altitude change. You will descend for about two hours through a trail of dust and rocks to reach the overnight rest stop at Barranco Camp. Rongai route: Simba camp to Second cave camp Umbwe route: Barranco camp to Karanga camp Marangu route: Horombo hut to Mawenzi ridge Machame route: Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
1 day • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Baranco Camp to Barafu Camp 4673m
1 stop
5
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You will depart from Barranco after breakfast, ascending a steep ridge and passing the Barranco wall on the way to Karanga valley campsite. You will have lunch at Karanga, take a few minutes to acclimatize, and then proceed to Barafu Hut. You will reach the culmination of the South Circuit, providing diverse views of the summit. You will set up camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day at Barafu Hut, with the two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo visible. You will cover a distance of 9 kilometers over 8-10 hours, entering the alpine desert. Rongai route: Third cave camp to Kibo hut Umbwe route: Karanga camp to Barafu camp Marangu route: Horombo hut to Kibo hut Machame route: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
1 day • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Barafu Camp to Summit 5895m and Descend to Mweka Hut 3100m
1 stop
6
Mount Kilimanjaro
You will wake up at around 11:00 pm, prepare with tea and snacks, and dress warmly for the summit. You will begin the summit ascent at midnight, initially navigating steep rocks for two to three hours. You will progress through a zigzag area, reaching the crater rim and Stella Point (5756 meters) by 6:00 am. You will interact with climbers from other routes at Stella Point, then join them towards Uhuru Peak, about one hour away. You will witness the sunrise either at Stella Point, on the way to Uhuru, or at Uhuru Peak (5895m), spending 10-15 minutes. You will descend to Barafu Campsite for a restful brunch, followed by a descent to Mweka Camp. You will cover 5km ascent and 12km descent, with hiking times of 7-8 hours for ascent and 4-6 hours for descent to Mweka Hut at 3100m. Rongai route: Kibo hut to Summit to Horombo hut Umbwe route: Barafu camp to Summit to Mweka hut Marangu route: Kibo hut to Summit to Horombo hut Machame route: Barafu camp to Summit to Mweka hut
1 day • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
1 stop
7
Mount Kilimanjaro
You will descend post-breakfast to the Mweka Gate (1640m) for summit certificates, braving potentially wet and muddy lower elevations. Equip yourself with gaiters and trekking poles, while shorts and t-shirts should suffice (keep rain gear and warmer clothing within reach). You will cover a descent distance of 10km over 3-4 hours, journeying through the lush rainforest. Upon reaching the Mweka Gate, our vehicle will be ready to transport you back to your Arusha hotel. You will enjoy a well-deserved hot shower and perhaps a celebratory beer to conclude your trek. Rongai route: Horombo hut to Marangu gate Umbwe route: Mweka camp to Mweka gate Marangu gate: Horombo hut to Marangu gate Machame gate: Mweka camp to Mweka gate
1 day • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• 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
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.

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