8-Day Kilimanjaro Trek Via Lemosho Route

Elevation: 2,100 m to 2,650 m

Distance: 6 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Rainforest

After breakfast, drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate for registration. Continue by vehicle to the Lemosho trailhead before beginning your trek through lush rainforest. Keep an eye out for black-and-white colobus monkeys and exotic birdlife before arriving at Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Elevation: 2,650 m to 3,610 m

Distance: 8 km

Hiking Time: 5–6 hours

Habitat: Moorland

The trail leaves the rainforest and climbs steadily across heather and moorland. Enjoy spectacular views of the Shira Ridge and Kibo Peak before reaching Shira 1 Camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Elevation: 3,610 m to 3,850 m

Distance: 7 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Moorland

Today's shorter hike allows your body to acclimatize while crossing the beautiful Shira Plateau, one of the highest plateaus in the world. Relax at camp and enjoy magnificent mountain views.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Elevation: 3,850 m to 4,630 m, then descend to 3,960 m

Distance: 10 km

Hiking Time: 6–8 hours

Habitat: Semi-desert

This is an important acclimatization day. Climb to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp following the "climb high, sleep low" principle. Along the way, enjoy dramatic landscapes and giant senecio plants.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Elevation: 3,960 m to 4,035 m

Distance: 5 km

Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Begin the day by climbing the famous Barranco Wall, one of the most exciting sections of the route. Continue over ridges and valleys before arriving at Karanga Camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Elevation: 4,035 m to 4,673 m

Distance: 4 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

A gradual ascent leads to Barafu Camp, your base camp for the summit attempt. After lunch, rest, organize your gear, and prepare for the midnight climb.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Elevation: 4,673 m to 5,895 m, then descend to 3,100 m

Distance: 17 km

Hiking Time: 10–14 hours

Habitat: Arctic → Alpine Forest

Around midnight, begin your summit attempt. Reach Stella Point at sunrise before continuing to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. Celebrate your achievement, take unforgettable photos, then descend to Barafu Camp for a short break before continuing to Mweka Camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Elevation: 3,100 m to 1,640 m

Distance: 10 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Rainforest

After breakfast, descend through the beautiful rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive your official Kilimanjaro Summit Certificate before meeting your driver for the transfer back to your hotel in Moshi.

Meals: Breakfast