12-Day Kilimanjaro Climb via Lemosho Route with Uhuru Peak Sunrise

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Day 01

Arrival in Tanzania and Transfer to Arusha

• Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your Kilibound representative.
• Transfer to your hotel in Arusha.
• Relax and recover from your journey.
• Accommodation: Mid-range hotel (BB basis).

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Day 02

Rest Day, Gear Check, and Pre-Climb Briefing

• Spend a full day resting and preparing for the climb.
• Your lead guide conducts a comprehensive gear check and safety briefing.
• Learn about altitude strategy and what to expect during the ascent.
• Acclimatise to local conditions before the climb.
• Accommodation: Mid-range hotel (BB basis).

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Day 03

Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp via Rainforest

• After breakfast, drive to Londorossi Gate (approximately 2,100 m / 6,890 ft) for registration.
• Begin trekking through lush rainforest to Forest Camp.
• Elevation gain: +600-800 m.
• Camp elevation: 2,821 m / 9,255 ft.
• Hiking time: 3-4 hours.
• Accommodation: Forest Camp (tents).

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Day 04

Forest Camp to Shira 1 Camp

• Hike through heather and moorland zones with expanding views of the Shira Plateau.
• Elevation gain: +700 m.
• Camp elevation: 3,500 m / 11,500 ft.
• Hiking time: 4-6 hours.
• Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp.

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Day 05

Shira Plateau Crossing to Moir Hut

• Continue across the plateau towards Moir Hut for acclimatisation.
• An optional acclimatisation hike is available nearby.
• Elevation gain: +600-900 m.
• Camp elevation: 4,140 m / 13,580 ft.
• Hiking time: 5-7 hours.
• Accommodation: Moir Hut.

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Day 06

Lava Tower Acclimatisation and Descent to Barranco

• Ascend to Lava Tower (4,600 m / 15,091 ft) for high-altitude exposure.
• Descend to Barranco Camp, following the "climb high, sleep low" strategy.
• Sleep elevation: 3,900 m / 12,800 ft.
• Hiking time: 6-8 hours.
• Accommodation: Barranco Camp.

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Day 07

Barranco Wall to Karanga Valley

• Climb the Barranco Wall (non-technical) and traverse scenic ridges to Karanga Valley.
• Camp elevation: 4,000-4,200 m / 13,120-13,780 ft.
• Hiking time: 3-5 hours.
• Accommodation: Karanga Camp.

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Day 08

Ascent to Barafu Base Camp

• Ascend gradually to Barafu Camp, the base for summit night.
• Prepare and rest for the final summit push.
• Accommodation: Barafu Camp.

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Day 09

Summit Push to Uhuru Peak for Sunrise

• Begin the ascent around midnight for the summit push.
• Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 m / 19,341 ft) for sunrise.
• Celebrate at the summit and descend carefully back to Barafu Camp.
• Total hiking time: 9-14 hours round trip.
• Elevation gain: +1,250 m; elevation loss: -1,250 m.
• Accommodation: Barafu Camp.

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Day 10

Descent from Barafu to Mweka Camp

• Descend through alpine and rainforest zones to Mweka Camp.
• Camp elevation: 3,100 m / 10,170 ft.
• Hiking time: 4-6 hours.
• Accommodation: Mweka Camp.

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Day 11

Mweka Gate Descent and Return to Arusha

• Continue descending to Mweka Gate (approximately 1,650 m / 5,413 ft) and collect your summit certificate.
• Transfer back to Arusha.
• Enjoy a hot shower and rest at the hotel.
• Accommodation: Mid-range hotel (BB basis).

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Day 12

Departure or Optional Day Tour

• Have breakfast at the hotel.
• Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or enjoy an optional day tour.