Tanzania · Trekking

7-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Climb to Uhuru Peak

7 Days Round trip from Moshi Moderate pace
Trekking Experience
Mount Kilimanjaro

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek through lush forests and spot monkeys and interesting birds
  • 02 Ascend to the Shira Plateau for stunning mountain and plains views
  • 03 Conquer the Barranco Wall for fantastic views from the top
  • 04 Summit Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Kilimanjaro
  • 05 Camp at Barranco, considered the most beautiful camp on the mountain

Embark on a 7-day climb to Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route. Trek through lush forests, spot monkeys and birds, and ascend to the Shira Plateau and Barranco Wall while taking in sweeping mountain and plains views. Reach Uhuru Peak, savour the triumph of standing at the summit, and descend through forested slopes to complete your adventure.

Start the summit trek around midnight with headlamps.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro
Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Moshi to Lemosho Gate and Big Tree Camp

  • Meet and greet in Moshi, then drive to Lemosho Gate.
  • Complete registration with the national park authorities.
  • Start the trek on a moderately steep path to Big Tree Camp.
  • Spot monkeys and interesting birds along the way.
  • On arrival, tents will be set up, and hot tea and washing water will be provided.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

2
Day 02

Big Tree Camp to Shira Camp 2

  • Trek through the trees, gradually ascending to the Shira Plateau.
  • Enjoy views of the mountain and the plains below.
  • Stop for lunch at Shira Camp 1.
  • Climb another 250 meters to reach Shira Camp 2.
  • Relish a 3-course meal with sunset views of the summit.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3
Day 03

Lava Tower Acclimatization and Barranco Valley

  • Ascend to Lava Tower Hut at 4640 m for acclimatization.
  • Traverse the Barranco Valley with giant Senecas and Lobelias.
  • Arrive at Barranco Camp after 6-7 hours.
  • This is considered the most beautiful camp on the mountain.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4
Day 04

Barranco Wall to Karanga Camp

  • Conquer the Barranco Wall and enjoy fantastic views from the top.
  • Follow the mountain ridge into the Karanga Valley.
  • Reach Karanga Camp with views of Kibo's southern glacier.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5
Day 05

Karanga Camp to Barafu Base Camp

  • Trek through a desolate, rocky, moon-like landscape.
  • Continue on a steady uphill hike to Barafu Camp at 4640 m.
  • Enjoy views of Mawenzi Peak and rest for the summit attempt.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6
Day 06

Midnight Summit Push to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Mweka

  • Start the summit trek around midnight with headlamps.
  • Reach Stella Point on the crater rim after about 6 hours.
  • Continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on the crater.
  • Descend to Barafu Camp for a short tea break.
  • Continue downhill to Mweka Camp at 3080 m.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7
Day 07

Forest Descent to Mweka Gate

  • Enjoy a farewell ceremony from the porters.
  • Descend comfortably through the forest.
  • Reach Mweka Gate, where the driver will be waiting.
  • Back at the lodge, enjoy a hot shower, cold drinks, and a debriefing.
  • Receive your certificate of achievement.

Breakfast, Dinner

Lava Tower Hut, Shira Plateau, Barranco Wall, Uhuru Peak

Where this trip takes you

Lava Tower Hut, Shira Plateau, Barranco Wall, Uhuru Peak

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Moshi 2 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Trekking tour according to the itinerary
  • Accommodation in tents and hotels as indicated in the itinerary
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Personal porter
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
  • Camping equipment - tents, sleeping mattresses, and camping furniture
  • National park fees
  • Rescue fees

What's Not Included

  • Flights (international and domestic)
  • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
  • Beverages other than water (alcohol and soft drinks)
  • Visa
  • Tipping for the crew (recommended)
  • Personal expenses and travel insurance
  • Sleeping bag (can be rented; please ask at the time of booking)

What to bring

  • Top base layer
  • Bottom base layer
  • 4-5 pairs of underwear
  • 3-4 short-sleeve shirts
  • 1 insulated trekking pants
  • 1-2 long-sleeve hiking shirts
  • 1-2 pairs of hiking trousers
  • 1 insulated winter jacket
  • 1 Polartec fleece jacket
  • 1 hard shell jacket

Know before you go

  • Kilimanjaro is not a technical climb.
  • Africa may be warm, but the mountain is cold.
  • A support team handles all the heavy lifting.
  • You will eat well on the mountain.
  • Acute Mountain Sickness is dangerous.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Moshi, Tanzania
Tour start
Moshi, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Moshi.

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