Itinerary

1. Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Big Tree Camp

   Depart from Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then, drive to the Lemosho trailhead (another hour to reach the trailhead). Upon arrival at the trailhead, we eat lunch, then commence through undisturbed forest, which winds to the first campsite.

2. Day 2: Big Tree Camp to Shira Camp 1

   Continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is amazing.

3. Day 3: Shira Camp 1 to Shira 2 to Moir Hut

   Explore the Shira plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibo’s glaciered peak, across the plateau, which leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. Then, we continue to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. Various Lent Hills offer various walks, making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira is one of the highest plateaus on earth.

4. Day 4: Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

   Starting from the Shira Plateau, the route climbs a ridge and passes Kibo Peak. The "Shark's Tooth" Lava Tower is in the direction of the southeast. The path goes to Barranco Hut and Arrow Glacier, where acclimatization is essential before summit day.

5. Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

   After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge, passing the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley. This is a short day meant for acclimatization. Once you conquer the wall, the trail becomes less challenging as you make your way to Karanga Camp (4,035 meters), where you will spend the night.

6. Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

   After breakfast, we left Karanga and hit the junction that connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many angles. Here, we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.

7. Day 7: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut

   The hike starts early morning and ascends to Stella Point, the highest point in Africa and Mount Kilimanjaro via dense scree. A breathtaking sunrise can be seen from the summit, and a descent brings you to the Mweka Hut campsite, where lunch is provided at Barafu. Because of the camp's location in an upper woodland, mist or rain is possible in the late afternoon. The last meal is enjoyed in the evening, followed by sleep.

8. Day 8: Mweka Camp to Moshi

   After breakfast, we will descend to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. From the gate, you continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet you at Mweka village and drive you back to the hotel in Moshi.