8 Days Summit Kilimanjaro Climb Lemosho Route

Today, we depart from Moshi and drive to Londorossi Gate for entry formalities. From there, we continue to the Lemosho trailhead. After a lunch break, we begin our climb through undisturbed rainforest, reaching the first campsite in about 3-4 hours. Climbing Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 6 km | Elevation Change: +1,700 ft Overnight: Forest Camp

Destination:

Londorossi Gate To Lemosho Gate To Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp

Overnight:

Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite

  public camp site

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

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Leaving the forest behind, we enter a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock. We ascend through rolling hills, crossing streams and reaching the Shira Ridge. Descending gently, we arrive at Shira Camp 1 with breathtaking views of Kibo. Climbing Time: 5-6 hours | Distance: 8 km | Elevation Change: +2,000 ft Overnight: Shira Camp 1

Destination:

Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp To Shira 1 Camp

Overnight:

Shira 1 Campsite

  public camp site

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

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Today, we explore the Shira plateau, walking towards Kibo's peak. We cross the plateau, pass Shira Camp 2, and head towards Moir Hut. The varied walks on Lent Hills provide excellent acclimatization opportunities. Climbing Time: 5-7 hours | Distance: 14 km | Elevation Change: +2,300 ft Overnight: Shira Camp 2

Destination:

Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp

Overnight:

Shira 2 Campsite

  public camp site

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

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Ascending east towards Kibo, we pass the junction towards the peak and continue to the Lava Tower. Afterward, we descend to the Barranco Hut, where we rest and prepare for summit day. This day aids acclimatization. Climbing Time: 4-6 hours | Distance: 7 km | Elevation Change: -800 ft Overnight: Barranco Camp

Destination:

Shira 2 Camp To Lava Tower To Barranco Camp

Overnight:

Barranco Campsite

  public camp site

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

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Today, we conquer the Barranco Wall and climb through the Karanga Valley. This is a shorter day, allowing us to acclimatize and rest before the summit push. Climbing Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 5 km | Elevation Change: +100 ft Overnight: Karanga Camp

Destination:

Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp

Overnight:

Karanga Campsite

  public camp site

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

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Leaving Karanga, we reach the junction connecting with the Mweka Trail. From there, we ascend to the Barafu Hut, completing the South Circuit. Take time to rest and prepare for the summit attempt. Climbing Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 4 km | Elevation Change: +2,200 ft Overnight: Barafu Camp

Destination:

Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp

Overnight:

Barafu Campsite

  public camp site

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

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Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Enjoy the sunrise and incredible views before descending to Mweka Hut for a well-deserved rest. Climbing Time: 7-8 hours ascent, 4-6 hours descent | Distance: 5 km ascent, 12 km descent Elevation Change: +4,045 ft ascent, -9,345 ft descent Overnight: Mweka Hut

Destination:

Barafu Camp To Uhuru Peak To Mweka Camp

Overnight:

Mweka Campsite

  public camp site

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

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Our final day on the mountain involves descending through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificates. From there, we continue to Mweka Village and transfer back to your hotel in Moshi. Climbing Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 10 km | Elevation Change: -4,600 ft Overnight: None

Destination:

Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate

Overnight:

Kilimanjaro White House Hotel

  budget 2 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Drinking water

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