10-Day Kilimanjaro Trek via Lemosho Route with Crater Camp

• Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) at any time.
• Meet your private transfer representative at the airport exit.
• Drive to your hotel in Moshi town for check-in and relaxation.
• Attend a pre-climb briefing and equipment check with your mountain guide.
• Confirm mandatory medical and travel insurance coverage.
• Prepare for the start of your Kilimanjaro expedition.

Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Meal Plan: None

• Depart Moshi after breakfast and drive for approximately 4 hours to Lemosho Gate.
• Complete park entry formalities and meet your mountain crew.
• Begin your trek through unspoiled rainforest rich in flora and fauna.
• Reach Mti Mkubwa Camp for your overnight stay.

Elevation: 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft
Distance: 6 km / 4 miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest

• Continue the ascent through forest and into open heathlands.
• Cross streams and ascend gentle ridges to the Shira Plateau.
• Arrive at Shira 1 Camp, where you will catch your first view of Kibo Peak.

Elevation: 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft
Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Heath

• Hike across the Shira Plateau, one of the highest in the world.
• Explore the moorland zone with scattered rock formations and lichens.
• Divert off the main trail to reach Moir Hut, located at the base of Lent Hills.
• Take an optional acclimatization hike on Lent Hills in the afternoon.

Elevation: 11,500 ft to 13,800 ft
Distance: 11 km / 7 miles
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Heath

• Begin with a gradual ascent to Lava Tower, a 300 ft volcanic structure.
• Stop at 15,190 ft for acclimatization before descending into the Barranco Valley.
• Pass through the beautiful Senecio Forest before reaching Barranco Camp.

Elevation: 13,800 ft to 15,190 ft (Lava Tower), then to 13,044 ft (Barranco)
Distance: 10 km / 6 miles
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

• Descend into a ravine and begin the steep ascent of the Great Barranco Wall.
• Navigate several ridges and valleys to reach Karanga Valley.
• Ascend once more to reach Karanga Camp for your overnight rest.

Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft
Distance: 5 km / 3 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

• Depart Karanga and connect with the Mweka Trail.
• Ascend over rocky terrain to reach Barafu Camp.
• Prepare for the summit push with an early dinner and overnight rest.
• Observe Mawenzi and Kibo peaks from the campsite.

Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft
Distance: 4 km / 2 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

• Begin your summit attempt during daylight hours with slow and steady progress.
• Reach Stella Point (18,900 ft) for sunrise views over the African plains.
• Continue to Uhuru Peak (19,341 ft), the highest point in Africa.
• Descend briefly to Crater Camp and set up camp near Furtwangler Glacier.
• Take optional short hikes around the crater or to Reusch Crater.

Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft (Uhuru), then down to 18,865 ft (Crater Camp)
Distance: 6 km / 4 miles
Hiking Time: 8-9 hours
Habitat: Arctic

• Begin your descent early, stopping at Barafu Camp for lunch.
• Continue your descent through changing vegetation zones.
• Reach Mweka Camp for your final night on the mountain.

Elevation: 18,865 ft to 10,065 ft
Distance: 12 km / 7 miles
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Arctic to Forest

• Descend from Mweka Camp through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate.
• Collect your summit certificates and bid farewell to the mountain crew.
• Transfer to your hotel in Moshi for a refreshing shower and rest.
• Depart for the airport or continue with a safari or Zanzibar beach extension.

Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
Distance: 10 km / 6 miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest