Tanzania · Trekking

7-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climb to Uhuru Peak

7 Days Round trip from Mt Kilimanjaro Moderate pace
Uhuru Peak
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Mount Kilimanjaro

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek through lush rainforest, moorland, and alpine desert on the scenic Lemosho Route
  • 02 Cross the Shira Plateau with panoramic views of Kibo Peak
  • 03 Use the Lava Tower acclimatization approach before descending into the Great Barranco Valley
  • 04 Climb the Barranco Wall and continue through the Karanga Valley
  • 05 Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, in time for sunrise
  • 06 Finish at Mweka Gate and receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificate

Embark on a 7-day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro climb through lush rainforests, expansive moorlands, and alpine deserts to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. This carefully designed itinerary allows for proper acclimatization, including the climb-high, sleep-low approach via Lava Tower, while showcasing breathtaking views of Kibo Peak and the Great Barranco Valley. With expert mountain guides, great meals, quality camping equipment, and daily medical check-ups, this is a rewarding and well-supported adventure to the Roof of Africa.

Start your summit push at midnight, ascending to Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro
Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

  • Distance: 7 km / 4.3 mi
  • Time: ~4 hours
  • Habitat: Rainforest

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Start your adventure with a drive to Lemosho Gate for registration. Trek through the rainforest and reach Mti Mkubwa Camp for your first night at 2,820 m.
2
Day 02

Mti Mkubwa Camp via Shira 1 to Shira 2

  • Distance: 17 km / 10.3 mi
  • Time: ~11 hours
  • Habitat: Moorland

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Ascend through heather and moorland, taking in stunning views of Kibo Peak. Stop for lunch at Shira 1, then continue to Shira 2 for a well-deserved rest at 3,810 m.
3
Day 03

Shira 2 to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

  • Distance: 10 km / 6.2 mi
  • Time: ~6 hours
  • Habitat: Semi-Desert

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Hike past Lava Tower for acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp. This "climb high, sleep low" strategy aids altitude adjustment, with stunning views of the Great Barranco Valley.
4
Day 04

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

  • Distance: 5 km / 3.4 mi
  • Time: ~4 hours
  • Habitat: Alpine Desert

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Climb the Barranco Wall and traverse through the Karanga Valley to reach Karanga Camp for the afternoon.
5
Day 05

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

  • Distance: 4 km / 1.9 mi
  • Time: 4 hours
  • Habitat: Alpine Desert

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • A short, steep ascent takes you to Barafu Camp, your final stop before the summit. Rest and prepare for your midnight climb to Uhuru Peak.
6
Day 06

Summit Day from Barafu to Uhuru Peak and Mweka Camp

  • Distance: 14 km / 8.3 mi
  • Time: 16 hours (8 hours ascent, 8 hours descent)
  • Habitat: Arctic to Rainforest

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Start your summit push at midnight, ascending to Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Enjoy the sunrise and descend to Mweka Camp for your last night on the mountain.
7
Day 07

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

  • Distance: 13 km / 7.5 mi
  • Time: 7 hours
  • Habitat: Rainforest

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

  • After breakfast, descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificate. Return to Moshi for a celebratory rest.
Lemosho Gate, Shira Plateau, Lava Tower, Uhuru Peak

Where this trip takes you

Lemosho Gate, Shira Plateau, Lava Tower, Uhuru Peak

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Mt Kilimanjaro 2 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 2-way airport transfers
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Moshi
  • All park fees (conservation, camping, rescue fees & VAT)
  • Professional mountain guides, cooks & porters
  • Daily medical check-ups & emergency oxygen
  • Quality tents & sleeping mattresses
  • All meals on the mountain
  • Clean drinking water
  • Mess tent with table & chairs
  • Kilimanjaro summit certificate

What's Not Included

  • Tanzania visa & international flights
  • Personal trekking gear (sleeping bags, boots, clothing - available for rent)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides, porters & cook
  • Beverages & personal expenses

What to bring

  • Waterproof hiking boots
  • Warm layered clothing (base layers, fleece, down jacket, waterproof jacket & pants)
  • Sleeping bag (-10°C to -20°C rating)
  • Headlamp
  • Trekking poles
  • Gloves
  • Sunglasses
  • Gaiters
  • Daypack for daily essentials
  • Duffel bag for porters to carry
  • Necessary prescriptions, including altitude sickness medication if needed

Know before you go

  • Climbing Kilimanjaro is physically demanding but does not require technical climbing skills. It is recommended to train for 2-3 months before the climb with cardio exercises, strength training, and hiking practice. Prior altitude experience is beneficial but not required.
  • Best months for climbing: January-March & June-October (dry seasons, best summit success rate). The rainy season is from April-May & November, which is less crowded but more challenging due to wet conditions.
  • A Tanzania visa is required for most travelers (available online or on arrival). Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. Yellow fever vaccination is required if traveling from a country with a risk of yellow fever.
  • Essential items to bring include waterproof hiking boots, warm layered clothing (base layers, fleece, down jacket, waterproof jacket & pants), a sleeping bag (-10°C to -20°C rating), a headlamp, trekking poles, gloves, sunglasses, gaiters, a daypack (for daily essentials), and a duffel bag (for porters to carry). Gear can be rented in Moshi if you do not bring your own.
  • The 6-day itinerary includes gradual elevation gain to reduce the risk of altitude sickness. Twice-daily medical checks are conducted by guides. Emergency oxygen and evacuation procedures are in place. Drink 3-4 liters of water daily to stay hydrated. Bring necessary prescriptions, including altitude sickness medication (Diamox is optional).
  • You will stay for 2 nights in a comfortable hotel in Moshi before and after the climb. High-quality, four-season tents are provided for the mountain camps. Meals on the mountain include nutritious, high-energy meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), with clean, purified drinking water provided throughout the trek.
  • Tipping guidelines are as follows: $25 per guide/day, $10-12 per porter/day, and $15 per cook/day. Tipping is collected at the end of the climb and shared among the crew.
  • Travel insurance is highly recommended, covering trip cancellations, medical emergencies, evacuation, and lost baggage. Ensure it includes high-altitude trekking (above 5,000 m) coverage.
  • Temperatures vary from hot (base) to freezing (summit). In the rainforest, it is 20-25°C (warm, humid); in the alpine desert, it is 5-15°C (cool, dry); and at the summit (Uhuru Peak), it ranges from -7°C to -20°C (very cold, windy).

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania
Tour start
Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Mt Kilimanjaro.

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