8-Day Kilimanjaro Trek via Lemosho Route to Uhuru Peak

• Depart from Arusha or Moshi and drive to Londorossi Gate (approximately 4 hours).
• Complete park entry formalities.
• Continue driving for another hour to reach the Lemosho trailhead.
• Enjoy lunch at the trailhead.
• Begin the trek through the pristine rainforest toward the Forest Camp.
• Arrive at the campsite and rest for the evening.

Elevation: 7,800 ft to 9,500 ft
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest

• Wake early and have breakfast.
• Trek out of the rainforest and into a savannah of tall grasses and heather.
• Ascend steadily across rolling hills and cross streams.
• Reach Shira Ridge and descend gently to Shira Camp 1.
• Take in your first clear views of Mount Kibo.

Elevation: 9,500 ft to 11,500 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Moorland

• Begin a full day of exploration across the Shira Plateau.
• Walk gently east across open moorland toward Shira 2 Camp.
• Continue to Moir Hut, located at the base of the Lent Hills.
• Choose optional acclimatization hikes on Lent Hills.
• Settle in for the night at Moir Hut.

Elevation: 11,500 ft to 13,800 ft
Distance: 14 km
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Moorland

• Continue ascending from the Shira Plateau along a ridge.
• Pass the junction to Kibo Peak and head toward Lava Tower, known as the "Shark's Tooth."
• Reach an altitude of 15,190 ft at Lava Tower for acclimatization.
• Descend to Barranco Camp through the alpine valley.
• Rest at Barranco Camp and enjoy dinner under the stars.

Elevation: 13,800 ft to 13,000 ft
Distance: 7 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert

• Begin the day with a steep ascent up the Barranco Wall.
• Cross over ridges and descend into the Karanga Valley.
• Arrive at Karanga Camp by midday.
• Use the remainder of the day for rest and acclimatization.

Elevation: 13,000 ft to 13,100 ft
Distance: 5 km
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

• Leave Karanga after breakfast and ascend toward Barafu Camp.
• Reach the junction connecting with the Mweka Trail.
• Complete the Southern Circuit, which provides panoramic views of the summit.
• Set up camp at Barafu, rest, and prepare for the summit attempt.
• View the peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo from camp.

Elevation: 13,100 ft to 15,300 ft
Distance: 4 km
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

• Wake between midnight and 2:00 am and begin the final summit push.
• Ascend through scree slopes to Stella Point on the crater rim.
• Take a brief rest at Stella Point (18,600 ft).
• Continue for approximately 1 hour to reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa (19,345 ft).
• Celebrate your accomplishment with photos at the summit.
• Begin descent directly down to Barafu Camp for lunch.
• Continue descending to Mweka Camp for a final night on the mountain.
• Enjoy your last dinner on Kilimanjaro and a well-earned sleep.

Elevation: 15,300 ft to 19,345 ft (ascent) and down to 10,000 ft (descent)
Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent
Habitat: Arctic to Rainforest

• Wake for breakfast and begin the final descent to Mweka Gate.
• Trek through lush rainforest trails that may be muddy or slippery.
• Collect your summit certificate at the gate.
• Continue hiking for another hour to reach Mweka Village.
• Board a vehicle for transfer back to your hotel in Arusha or Moshi.
• Conclude your Kilimanjaro adventure with rest and celebration.

Elevation: 10,000 ft to 5,400 ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest