8 Day Kilimanjaro Trekking Lemosho Route

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. Relax after your journey and enjoy views of Kilimanjaro from the foothills. Attend a pre-climb briefing with your guide, including gear checks and final preparations for your trek. 

Meals Included: Dinner.

After breakfast, drive to Lemosho Gate to complete park registration. Begin your trek through lush rainforest, home to towering trees, colorful birds, and playful monkeys. The gentle uphill walk leads you to Mti Mkubwa Camp, your first night on Kilimanjaro. Immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of Kilimanjaro’s lower slopes, with sounds of the forest and wildlife creating a serene introduction to the mountain.

Trekking Time: 3–4 hours
Overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Meals Included: Full board

Leave the rainforest behind as the trail climbs into open moorland. Enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and the high-altitude Shira Plateau.  Experience the dramatic change from dense forest to open alpine terrain, with rare plants and panoramic views setting the tone for your high-altitude adventure. Arrive at Shira 1 Camp for your overnight stay.

Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
Overnight: Shira 1 Camp
Meals Included: Full board

Cross the Shira Plateau on a gentle, scenic hike. Encounter unique high-altitude vegetation such as giant lobelias and heathers while your body adjusts to the thinner air.  Take in the serenity of the plateau, with breathtaking views and a sense of solitude in this remote high-altitude environment. Reach Shira 2 Camp for a restful night.

Trekking Time: 3–4 hours
Overnight: Shira 2 Camp
Meals Included: Full board

Climb toward Lava Tower, gaining altitude for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp. Dramatic alpine desert landscapes and the towering Mount Mawenzi dominate the scenery. 

Trekking Time: 6–7 hours
Overnight: Barranco Camp
Meals Included: Full board

Ascend the famous Barranco Wall and traverse scenic ridges to Karanga Camp. This shorter day allows you to rest while continuing to acclimatize to the high altitude.Enjoy stunning ridgeline views and feel the thrill of climbing the iconic Barranco Wall, a highlight of the Lemosho Route.

Trekking Time: 4–5 hours
Overnight: Karanga Camp
Meals Included: Full board

Climb steadily to Barafu Camp, the base for your summit attempt. The sparse, dramatic landscape of the alpine desert surrounds you, with views of the crater rim in the distance. Prepare for your midnight summit push in this quiet, high-altitude environment, where the sunrises over the peaks promise a spectacular view.

Trekking Time: 3–4 hours
Overnight: Barafu Camp
Meals Included: Full board

Begin your ascent before dawn, trekking to Stella Point and onward to Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest summit. Witness a breathtaking sunrise, celebrate your achievement, .Experience the ultimate triumph of reaching Uhuru Peak, with unforgettable views of the sunrise over the African plains, followed by the rewarding descent through ever-changing landscapes.then descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing down to Mweka Camp.

Trekking Time: 10–14 hours
Overnight: Mweka Camp
Meals Included: Full board

Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Complete park formalities, collect your summit certificate, and transfer back to Moshi .

Meals Included: Full board