Lemosho is the most scenic route on Mount Kilimanjaro. The vegetation is lush and amazing. This 7-day hiking program will take you to Uhuru Peak, the highest mountain in Africa.

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

You will be picked up from the airport and taken to your accommodation in Moshi. We will check for all the necessary equipment before the hike. You can embark on optional activities, including a coffee tour.

Day 2: Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp

After breakfast, we leave Moshi for Londorossi Gate. Your mountain guide will help you with the paperwork. Afterward, we hike through the montane forest for 3 to 4 hours. After we arrive at Forest Camp, you eat a hot dinner, bath, and sleep.

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

Day 3: Forest Camp – Shira Camp 1

Today, we will proceed through the rainforest, and then enter the moorland zone. We will hike up hills and streams and reach the Shira Ridge. Afterward, we will hike down to Shira Camp 1. At this point, the Kibo Plateau is visible and amazingly attractive.

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

Day 4: Shira Camp – Moir Hut

After breakfast, we spend a full day hiking on the Shira Plateau. We hike gently eastward towards the Kibo’s glaciated peak. We then rest at Shira Camp 2 and proceed to Moir Hut for dinner and overnight.

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

Day 5: Shira Camp – Barranco Camp

After breakfast, we hike eastwards and pass the junction to the peak of Kibo. We then hike southeastwards and pass the Lava Tower (Shark Tooth). We then cross the Arrow Glacier (16,000ft) and reach the Barranco Hut (13,000ft). We will rest, dine, and sleep overnight. This day is meant for acclimatization since there is no significant variation in elevation.

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

Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp, then to Barafu Camp

After an early meal, we hike through a steep ridge, pass the Barranco Wall, and reach the Karanga Valley. We then leave Karanga and pass the junction that joins the Mweka Trail. At this point, we have completed the Southern Circuit. We will then camp at Barafu Camp, rest, have an early dinner, and sleep early in preparation for the summit attempt.

• Elevation: 13,000ft to 15,000ft
• Distance: 9 km
• Hiking time: 8-10 hours
• Habitat: Alpine Desert

Day 7: Barafu Camp to Summit, then to Mweka Hut

This is the final ascent to the summit. Preparations will start at 23:30. After a hot breakfast, we will begin hiking. Hiking slowly is the key. We will also take frequent rests to catch our breath. We will hike past the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers and ascend northwest toward Stella Point.

After witnessing the sunrise at the summit, we begin the descent. We will follow the Mweka Trail, and rest at Barafu Camp for lunch. We then continue to Mweka Hut to celebrate our victory with a much-needed dinner and well-deserved sleep.

• Elevation: 15,300ft to 19345ft and down to 10,000ft
• Distance: 5 km ascent/ 12 km descent
• Hiking time: 7-8 hours ascent & 4-6 hours descent
• Habitat: Arctic

Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Today, we finish the remaining part of the descent. We hike through the rainforest to the Mweka Gate where you will collect certificates.

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

End of the program