8 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing via Lemosho Route

We depart from Arusha, embarking on a 3-4 hour drive to Lemosho Gate (7,742ft / 2,360m). After registration, we begin our trek through the lush rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp (9,498ft / 2,895m).

• Trekking time: 3-4 hours
• Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp

We leave the rainforest and ascend to Shira 1 Camp (11,500ft / 3,505m), crossing into the Moorland Zone. Continuing on, we reach Shira 2 Camp (12,621ft / 3,847m), where we enjoy panoramic views.

• Trekking time: 7-8 hours
• Overnight at Shira 2 Camp

We continue our gradual ascent across the Shira Plateau, reaching Shira 2 Camp (12,621ft / 3,847m), where we enjoy breathtaking panoramic views.

• Trekking time: 3-4 hours
• Overnight at Shira 2 Camp

We hike from Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp (13,066ft / 3,983m), stopping for lunch at Lava Tower (15,190ft / 4,630m). The descent to Barranco helps with acclimatization.

• Overnight at Barranco Camp
• Great views of the Barranco Wall

Our journey continues with a climb up the Barranco Wall, a non-technical but exhilarating section. We then proceed to Karanga Camp (13,106ft / 3,994m) for rest and acclimatization.

• Trekking time: 4-5 hours
• Overnight at Karanga Camp

We ascend to Barafu Camp (15,239ft / 4,644m), our final stop before the summit push.

• Trekking time: 4-5 hours
• Early rest in preparation for summit night
• Overnight at Barafu Camp

We begin our summit ascent at midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak (19,341ft / 5,895m) by sunrise. After celebrating our achievement, we descend via Stella Point to Mweka Camp (10,204ft / 3,110m).

• Summit ascent: ~7 hours
• Descent: 6-8 hours
• Overnight at Mweka Camp

After breakfast, we descend to Mweka Gate (5,423ft / 1,653m), where we sign the Kilimanjaro National Park Register and receive a certificate of completion.

• Descent time: 3-4 hours
• Return drive to Arusha (~3 hours)
• Mid-afternoon arrival at the hotel

Congratulations! You’ve conquered Kilimanjaro’s 7-Day Lemosho Route. 🎉