8 Days Kilimanjaro Climb Group Joining Tour via the Lemosho Route

Day 1: Lemosho Gate (2,100m) – Big Tree Camp (2,780m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   4h
   Your adventure begins with a drive from Moshi to the Lemoshoi Gate, where you will register with the Kilimanjaro National Park. After a safety briefing and equipment check, you will start your trek through the dense rainforest, home to colobus monkeys, elephants, and various bird species. The hike takes around 3-4 hours, leading to Big Tree Camp (Mti Mkubwa Camp) for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Big Tree Camp (2,780m) – Shira 1 Camp (3,500m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   6h
   The second day’s trek takes you from the rainforest into the moorland zone, where the scenery opens up with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. You’ll trek for 5-6 hours before arriving at Shira 1 Camp, located on the western edge of the Shira Plateau.

Day 3: Shira 1 Camp (3,500m) – Shira 2 Camp (3,900m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   5h
   A relatively short and relaxing trekking day, giving you time to explore the Shira Plateau, one of Kilimanjaro’s most scenic areas. The landscape changes as you move closer to the Lava Tower, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Kibo Peak.

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp (3,900m) – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   A challenging but essential acclimatization day! You'll ascend to the Lava Tower (4,630m), the highest point of the day, before descending to Barranco Camp. The "climb high, sleep low" technique helps reduce altitude sickness and improves acclimatization.

Day 5: Barranco Camp (3,960m) – Karanga Camp (4,035m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   5h
   Today starts with the exciting climb up Barranco Wall, a non-technical but steep rock scramble. From the top, you’ll enjoy incredible panoramic views before a short trek to Karanga Camp, your resting point before the summit push.

Day 6: Karanga Camp (4,035m) – Barafu Camp (4,640m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   5h
   A steady climb takes you to Barafu Camp, the final high-altitude camp before the summit attempt. You'll have an early dinner and rest, as the summit push starts at midnight.

Day 7: Barafu Camp (4,640m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   14h
   The most challenging and rewarding day! You’ll start the summit climb at midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak at sunrise. Celebrate your achievement at the Roof of Africa, then begin the long descent to Mweka Camp.

Day 8: Mweka Camp (3,100m) – Mweka Gate (1,630m) – Transfer to Moshi

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   4h
   The final trek leads through lush rainforests to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificate before heading back to Moshi

Pickup details

On the day of tour the driver will come to pick you at your hotel in Moshi, pass at the office
to meet your hiking team and then drive direct to the starting point (Lemosho Gate)
ready to start your first day hiking tour.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels