climb Kilimanjaro in eight day

8 days—Climbing Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho route in 8 days is a challenging but rewarding adventure

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CLIMBING KILIMANJARO IN 8 DAYS VIA LEMOSHO

Climbing Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho route in 8 days is a challenging but rewarding adventure. The Lemosho route is known for its scenic beauty and high success rates due to its gradual ascent profile, allowing for better acclimatization. Here is a detailed itinerary for climbing Kilimanjaro in 8 days via the Lemosho route:

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

Arrive in Moshi, Tanzania, and transfer to your hotel.
Attend a pre-climb briefing with your guide.
Day 2: Lemosho Glades (2,385m) to Big Tree Camp (2,780m)

Begin the trek at the Lemosho Glades gate.
Hike through the rainforest to Big Tree Camp.
Day 3: Big Tree Camp (2,780m) to Shira 1 Camp (3,505m)

Trek through the heather and moorland zone.
Reach Shira 1 Camp for overnight stay.
Day 4: Shira 1 Camp (3,505m) to Moir Hut (4,200m)

Ascend to Moir Hut with stunning views of the Shira Plateau.
Day 5: Moir Hut (4,200m) to Barranco Camp (3,960m)

Cross the vast high desert plateau.
Descend into the Great Barranco Valley.
Day 6: Barranco Camp (3,960m) to Karanga Camp (3,995m)

Climb the Barranco Wall.
Continue to Karanga Camp for acclimatization.
Day 7: Karanga Camp (3,995m) to Barafu Camp (4,673m)

Trek through alpine desert terrain.
Rest at Barafu Camp before the summit push.
Day 8: Barafu Camp (4,673m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) and Mweka Camp (3,100m)

Start the summit attempt in the early hours.
Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Descend to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved rest.
Climbing Kilimanjaro in 8 days via the Lemosho route requires good physical fitness and mental preparation. It is essential to acclimatize properly and listen to your guides’ instructions throughout the journey. Remember to pack appropriate gear and clothing for varying weather conditions on the mountain.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

Kilimanjaro

Londorossi Gate (2,100m) to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m) After breakfast at your hotel in Moshi, you will drive to the Londorossi Gate, where you will complete registration procedures before beginning your trek. The trail begins in a dense forest, with an abundance of birdlife and wildlife such as monkeys and elephants. You will reach the Mti Mkubwa Camp in the early evening, where you will enjoy dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Mti Mkubwa Camp

Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

Kilimanjaro

Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m) to Shira 1 Camp (3,500m) After breakfast, you will continue your trek through the rainforest and into moorland, where you will encounter giant heather and lobelia plants. The trail gradually ascends to Shira 1 Camp, located on the Shira Plateau. You will have dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Shira 1 Camp

Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Kilimanjaro

Shira 1 Camp (3,500m) to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m) Today’s trek is relatively short, allowing for ample time to explore the plateau and acclimatize. The trail passes by several rocky outcrops offering stunning views of Mount Meru and the surrounding plains. You will reach Shira 2 Camp in the early afternoon for dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Shira 2 camp

Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp

Kilimanjaro

Shira 2 Camp (3,850m) to Barranco Camp (3,950m) Today’s trek is longer but offers breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley and Mount Kilimanjaro’s southern ice fields. The trail ascends to Lava Tower (4,600m) before descending to Barranco Camp. This acclimatization hike helps prepare your body for higher altitudes.Dinner and overnight stay in tents at Barranco Camp.

Barranco Camp

Barranco Camp- Karanga Valley Camp

Kilimanjaro

Barranco Camp (3,950m) to Karanga Valley Camp (4,200m) After breakfast, you will tackle the Barranco Wall - a challenging but rewarding scramble up a steep rock face. The trail then descends into the Karanga Valley before ascending to Karanga Valley Camp for dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Karanga Valley Camp

Karanga Valley Camp to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

Karanga Valley Camp (4,200m) to Barafu Camp (4,600m) Today’s trek is relatively short but steep as you ascend to Barafu Camp - the base camp for summit night. Spend the afternoon resting and preparing for your midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak. Dinner and early bedtime at Barafu Camp.

Barafu Camp

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka

Barafu Camp (4,600m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,100m) At midnight, you will begin your summit attempt with a steep ascent towards Stella Point (5,739m), taking approximately six hours. From Stella Point, it’s another hour’s walk along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak - the highest point in Africa! Enjoy sunrise views before descending back to Barafu Camp for a short rest and brunch. In the afternoon, you will continue your descent to Mweka Camp for dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Mweka Camp

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Kilimanjaro

Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,640m) After breakfast, you will complete your final descent through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate where you will receive your summit certificates before driving back to your hotel in Moshi.

Hotel at Moshi

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