Tanzania · Trekking

8-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Trek with Uhuru Peak Sunrise

8 Days Round trip from Mt Kilimanjaro Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek along a scenic and less crowded western approach
02 Ascend gradually for excellent acclimatisation and higher summit success
03 Discover the Shira Plateau and dramatic alpine desert landscapes
04 Conquer the Barranco Wall and Southern Circuit en route to Uhuru Peak

Explore the Lemosho Route on an 8-day Kilimanjaro trek following a scenic and less crowded western approach. Hike through lush rainforests, the Shira Plateau, and alpine deserts while gaining excellent acclimatisation. Climb the Barranco Wall and Southern Circuit for stunning views, then reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise before descending via Mweka Camp. Expert guides, porters, and camp support help make this a safe and memorable adventure across Mount Kilimanjaro's diverse landscapes.

Explore the Lemosho Route on an 8-day Kilimanjaro trek following a scenic and less crowded western approach.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

Breakfast at the hotel, then drive დაახლოებით 2.5 hours to Lemosho Gate for registration.
Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite.
Distance: 6 km | Hiking time: 2-3 hours | Habitat: Montane Forest

Day 02

Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp

After an early breakfast, the trail steepens into giant heather moorland.
Cross streams and continue over Shira Ridge to Shira 1 Camp.
Distance: 8 km | Hiking time: 2-3 hours | Habitat: Montane Forest

Day 03

Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Enjoy a gentle hike across the Shira Plateau, aiding acclimatisation.
Take in wide open views of Kilimanjaro and the surrounding landscapes.
Distance: 8 km | Hiking time: 4-5 hours | Habitat: Moorland

Day 04

Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

Take a gentle walk over the plateau, ascend the ridge, and pass Kibo Junction.
Continue southeast to Lava Tower ("Shark's Tooth").
Descend to Barranco Camp.
Distance: 8 km | Hiking time: 5-6 hours | Habitat: Semi-desert

Day 05

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

After breakfast, ascend the Barranco Wall and traverse to Karanga Valley.
Distance: 5 km | Hiking time: 3-7 hours | Habitat: Alpine Desert

Day 06

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

After an early breakfast, continue up to Barafu Camp.
Complete the Southern Circuit with summit views from many angles.
Distance: 4 km | Hiking time: 3-4 hours | Habitat: Alpine Desert

Day 07

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Start between midnight and 2 am for the summit via the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers.
Reach Uhuru Peak, then descend to Barafu for lunch before continuing to Mweka Camp.
Distance: 5 km up / 13 km down | Hiking time: 5-7 hours up, 5-6 hours down | Habitat: Stone scree & ice-capped summit

Day 08

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Descend to Mweka Gate to receive your summit certificates, then transfer to the hotel.
Lower elevations can be wet and muddy; shorts and T-shirts are often sufficient.
Distance: 10 km | Hiking time: 3-4 hours | Habitat: Forest