10-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Trek to Uhuru Peak

• Pick-up from the airport and transfer about 41 km to your hotel in Moshi city, which takes approximately 1 hour.
• Depending on your arrival time, activities include enjoying the views from the airport on the way to the hotel, resting, and having lunch at the hotel.
• You will also receive a briefing about the tour, followed by dinner.

• Trek from 2100 m to 2785 m with an altitude gain of 685 m.
• Drive from Moshi to Lemosho Gate through charming mountain villages.
• Complete permit formalities at Kilimanjaro National Park Gate while observing trekking preparations.
• Begin hiking through lush rainforest trails with guidance on local wildlife, flora, and fauna.
• Walk along winding paths that can be wet and slippery at lower elevations.
• Use gaiters and trekking poles for better support on the trail.

• Trek from 2100 m to 2785 m with an altitude gain of 685 m.
• Drive from Moshi to Lemosho Gate through charming mountain villages.
• Complete permit formalities at Kilimanjaro National Park Gate while observing trekking preparations.
• Begin hiking through lush rainforest trails with guidance on local wildlife, flora, and fauna.
• Walk along winding paths that can be wet and slippery at lower elevations.
• Use gaiters and trekking poles for better support on the trail.

• Trek from 3504 m to 3895 m with an altitude gain of 391 m.
• Spend a full day exploring the Shira Plateau on a gentle eastward walk.
• Cross the plateau with views towards Kibo's glaciated summit.
• Arrive at Shira Two Camp located in moorland terrain.
• Rest at camp, have lunch, and complete acclimatisation activities in the evening.

• Trek from 3895 m to 3986 m with an altitude gain of 91 m.
• Follow the trail east along a ridge from the Shira Plateau.
• Pass the junction toward Kibo Peak and continue the ascent.
• Proceed southeast towards Lava Tower, also known as Shark's Tooth, at 4650 m.
• Continue past the junction leading to Arrow Glacier.
• Descend from higher altitude terrain to reach Barranco Camp for your overnight stay.

• Trek from 3986 m to 4034 m with an altitude gain of 48 m.
• Begin the day after breakfast with a climb along a steep ridge.
• Ascend towards the thrilling Barranco Wall and continue along the route.
• Descend into Karanga Valley at the junction connecting with the Mweka Trail.
• Observe the crew navigating the wall, showcasing skill and agility.
• Arrive at Karanga Camp for your overnight stay.

• Trek from 4034 m to 4662 m with an altitude gain of 628 m.
• Continue ascending steadily towards Barafu Camp.
• Complete the South Circuit, offering wide summit views from different angles.
• Arrive at Barafu Camp and settle in for rest.
• Have an early dinner and prepare for the upcoming summit night.

Overnight stay at Barafu Camp.

• Begin the ascent from 4662 m to 5895 m with an altitude gain of 1233 m.
• Start early between midnight and 2 a.m. for the summit push.
• Move between Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers while ascending towards the summit.
• Follow a northwest switchback trail through loose scree to reach Stella Point.
• Enjoy a sunrise view at the crater rim before continuing to Uhuru Peak.
• Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, and celebrate the achievement.
• Begin the descent to 3106 m with an altitude loss of 2789 m towards Mweka Camp.
• Stop briefly at Barafu for lunch and rest during the descent.
• Continue to Mweka Camp for your overnight stay.

• Descend from 3106 m to 1633 m with a total descent of 1473 m.
• Begin the day with breakfast and a farewell ceremony with the trekking team.
• Continue descending towards Mweka Park Gate.
• Receive summit certificates at the park gate.
• Walk through wet, muddy, and steep trails in warm weather conditions.
• Use gaiters and trekking poles for better stability on the descent.
• Transfer from Mweka village to the hotel in Moshi, approximately a 30-minute drive.

• Drop-off from the hotel to the airport, about 41 km away, which takes approximately 1 hour.
• Activities include making early preparations for the trip and enjoying the views on the way back to the airport.