Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Big Tree Camp
We depart from Moshi and drive to Londorossi Gate, where we complete the necessary formalities. After lunch, we start our trek through the pristine rainforest, covering a distance of 6 km over 3-4 hours. Our first camp, Big Tree Camp, is nestled at an elevation of 2,780 m (9,121 ft).
Destination: Londorossi Gate To Lemosho Gate To Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp
Accommodation: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 2: Big Tree Camp to Shira 1 Camp
Continuing on the Lemosho Trail, we leave the rainforest behind and enter the moorland zone. Trekking for approximately 5-6 hours and covering 8 km, we ascend to Shira 1 Camp at an altitude of 3,500 m (11,483 ft). The panoramic view of Kibo Peak from the campsite is truly awe-inspiring.
Destination: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp To Shira 1 Camp
Accommodation: Shira 1 Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp or Moir Hut
Today, we have two options. We can either trek 14 km to Shira 2 Camp, gaining an elevation of 400 m (1,312 ft), or take the route to Moir Hut, ascending 675 m (2,215 ft). Both options provide opportunities for acclimatization and allow us to explore the stunning moorland habitat.
Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp
Accommodation: Shira 2 Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 4: Shira 2 Camp or Moir Hut to Barranco Camp
Our journey takes us across the semi-desert terrain towards Lava Tower, standing at 4,600 m (15,092 ft). After a brief stop, we descend to Barranco Camp at 3,960 m (12,992 ft). This day's trek covers approximately 9 km and can take 7-9 hours from Shira 2 Camp or 4-6 hours from Moir Hut.
Destination: Shira 2 Camp To Lava Tower To Barranco Camp
Accommodation: Barranco Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Leaving Barranco Camp, we tackle the challenging Barranco Wall before descending into the picturesque Karanga Valley. This 5 km trek takes around 4-5 hours, with an ascent of 375 m (1,230 ft) and a descent of 300 m (984 ft). Karanga Camp, at an altitude of 4,040 m (13,255 ft), awaits us.
Destination: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp
Accommodation: Karanga Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
We continue our ascent from Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp, trekking 605 m (1,985 ft) over a distance of 4 km. The trek takes approximately 4-5 hours and brings us to an elevation of 4,680 m (15,360 ft). Barafu Camp offers breathtaking views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.
Destination: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp
Accommodation: Barafu Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 7: Barafu Camp to Summit, then Mweka Camp
The most challenging day awaits us as we embark on the summit attempt. Starting in the early morning, we ascend to Stella Point at 5,730 m (18,799 ft), where a short rest awaits. Pushing further, we reach the legendary Uhuru Peak, standing at 5,895 m (19,340 ft) ─ the highest point in Africa. After celebrating our achievement, we descend to Mweka Camp, located at 3,080 m (10,105 ft), covering a distance of 17 km.
Destination: Barafu Camp To Uhuru Peak To Mweka Camp
Accommodation: Mweka Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Our final day involves a descent of 1,450 m (4,757 ft) over 6 km. We trek for about 3-4 hours through the lush rainforest, reaching Mweka Gate, where we receive our summit certificates. From there, we drive back to Moshi, marking the end of our memorable Kilimanjaro adventure.
Destination: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Drinking water
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