Pick-up at Kilimanjaro International Airport, then transfer to Moshi at the hotel you will stay. Your accommodation will be at Maridadi Hotel before and after the climbing. A tour briefing will be conducted at the lodge in Moshi by your guide and gear check up.

7 Days Lemosho Route Climbing Kilimanjaro starts by heading to Lemosho Gate. After a one-and-a-half hour drive to Londorossi Gate for registration, you continue another 15 km into the dense rainforest to the trailhead. A moderately steep path leads to Big Tree Camp (2,780m). Look out for monkeys and interesting birds along the way. The tents will be ready, with hot tea and washing water waiting.

Today’s long trek continues through the forest and gradually ascends to the Shira Plateau. Enjoy mountain views and plains below. After crossing the Shira Ridge (3,600m), you stop for lunch at Shira Camp 1. The final section climbs another 250m past surreal giant Senecia plants to Shira Camp 2 (3,900m). After the long day, you’ll relax with coffee, tea, and a hearty meal while watching the summit glow in the afternoon sun.

Today you’ll trek up to 4,640m at Lava Tower before descending to sleep at Barranco, 60m higher than last night’s camp — a great acclimatization strategy. The landscape changes to rocky alpine desert on the way up. Later, descend into the Barranco Valley with its giant Senecias and Lobelias. After 6–7 hours, you’ll reach Barranco Camp, one of the most scenic camps on Kilimanjaro.

The day begins with the famous Barranco Wall. Though it looks daunting, it’s easier than it appears, with a few scrambling sections. From the top, admire sweeping views before continuing along ridges into Karanga Valley. After lunch, arrive at Karanga Camp with fantastic views of the southern glaciers of Kibo and the summit.

A steady uphill hike through rocky, desolate alpine desert leads to Barafu Camp on a narrow ridge. The views of Mawenzi Peak are spectacular. Spend the afternoon resting, hydrating, and preparing for the summit attempt. Dinner is served early, then you’ll rest until your midnight wake-up call.

Summit day! You’ll start just after midnight, climbing by headlamp up volcanic scree toward Stella Point (5,739m). The sun rises as you approach the crater rim. From here, it’s another 1–2 hours to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating and photos, descend back to Barafu for a short break before continuing to Mweka Camp (3,080m) for your overnight rest.

Enjoy breakfast as your porters sing their traditional Kilimanjaro songs. Then descend 1,300m through lush forest to Mweka Gate. Here, you’ll receive your summit certificate before being transferred back to Moshi for a hot shower, soft bed, and well-earned celebration.
Walking Time: 4–5 hours Distance: 10 km Altitude Loss: 1,300m.