9-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Trek to Uhuru Peak

• Pick-up from the airport and transfer to the hotel, a journey of about 41 km that takes approximately 1 hour.
• Activities include enjoying the views along the way to the hotel, resting, and having lunch depending on your arrival time, followed by a briefing and dinner.

• Elevation: 2100m / 7,838ft -> 2785m / 9,137ft
  Total Ascent: 685m

• Depart from Moshi and drive for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes through charming hillside villages to reach Kilimanjaro National Park's Lemosho Gate.
• Observe the lively atmosphere as climbing teams prepare while permits are being processed at the gate.
• Begin the trek through lush rainforest with winding paths, where your guide points out plants, animals, and local wildlife.
• Use gaiters and trekking poles, as the lower section of the route is often muddy and slippery, before reaching Mti Mkubwa Camp.

• Elevation: 2785m / 9,137ft -> 3895m / 12,779ft
  Altitude Gain: 1110m
• Start after a restful night and a filling breakfast before resuming the hike from Mti Mkubwa Camp.
• Exit the rainforest zone and continue on an upward trail as the terrain steadily rises.
• Enjoy expansive views as you approach the edge of the Shira Plateau while temperatures begin to drop.
• Stop for lunch at Shira One Camp before continuing the final stretch to Shira 2 Camp.

Elevation: 3895m / 12,779ft -> 3986m / 13,077ft
Net Ascent: 91m

• Begin from Shira Plateau and climb east along a ridge, passing the junction that leads toward Kibo Peak.
• Continue on a route that plays a crucial role in acclimatisation despite finishing at nearly the same elevation where the day started.
• Ascend towards Lava Tower, also known as the "Shark's Tooth," at 4650m / 15,250ft and pass the junction pointing to Arrow Glacier.
• Descend from the Lava Tower area down to Baranco Camp for an overnight stay.

Elevation: 3986m / 13,077ft -> 4034m / 13,253ft
Altitude gained: 48m

• Start after breakfast and continue on a steep ridge towards the adventurous Baranco Wall.
• Ascend the Baranco Wall and proceed into Karanga Valley towards the junction connecting with the Mweka Trail.
• Experience one of the most impressive sections, where the crew navigates the wall with power, agility, and strength.
• Arrive at Karanga Camp for an overnight stay.

Elevation: 4034m / 13,253ft -> 4662m / 15,295ft
Altitude gained: 628m

• Continue the ascent towards Barafu Camp through alpine terrain.
• Complete the South Circuit and enjoy stunning summit views from multiple perspectives.
• Arrive at Barafu Camp and settle in after the climb.
• Have an early dinner and rest in preparation for summit night.

Distance: 11.5 km / 8 mi | 5-6 hrs | Glaciers & Snow-Capped Summit
Elevation: 4662m / 15,295ft -> 5895m / 19,341ft
Altitude Gained: 1233m
Descent: 5895m -> 3090m / 10,150ft
Altitude Lost: 2789m

• Begin the summit attempt at midnight or around 12 a.m., marking the most physically demanding part of the trek.
• Ascend through scree slopes between Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers towards Stella Point on the crater rim.
• Reach Stella Point and continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, for sunrise and summit celebrations.
• Descend via Barafu Camp for rest and continue down to Mweka Camp for an overnight stay, using gaiters and trekking poles on loose volcanic terrain.

Elevation: 3090m / 10,190ft -> 1633m / 5,358ft
Altitude lost: 1467m

• Begin the descent after breakfast and a farewell ceremony with the trekking team.
• Continue towards Mweka Park Gate, where summit certificates are issued.
• Walk through wet, muddy, and steep terrain where trekking poles are highly recommended.
• Transfer from Mweka village to your Moshi hotel for lunch, dinner, and certificate celebration.

• Prepare early at the hotel for your departure transfer.
• Travel approximately 41 km back to Kilimanjaro Airport in about 1 hour.
• Enjoy final views along the route while heading to the airport.
• Complete departure formalities for your onward journey.