Lemosho Route Climbing
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Style
Mountain Trekking
Destination
Londorosi Gate, Mti mkubwa camp,Shira 1 Camp, Shira 2 Camp, Lover Tower,Barranco Camp,Karanga Camp,Barafu Camp, Uhuru Peak Mweka Camp and Mweka Gate.
Adventure Gallery
Day to day activities of this Trekking Program
- Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp
Elevation: 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft | Hiking Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 6 km | 4 miles | Habitat: Rain Forest
After registration at Londorossi Gate, a drive leads to the Lemosho starting point. Begin the trek through dense rainforest, rich with flora and fauna, including black-and-white colobus monkeys, en route to Mti Mkubwa Camp.
- Day 2: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
Elevation: 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft | Hiking Time: 5-7 hours | Distance: 8 km | 5 miles | Habitat: Moorland
Continue the ascent out of the rainforest and into moorland. The trail offers spectacular views of the Shira Plateau and Mount Meru in the distance. Camp at Shira 1 for your first taste of Kilimanjaro’s open landscapes.
- Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Elevation: 11,500 ft to 12,500 ft | Hiking Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 7 km | 4 miles | Habitat: Moorland
A short, relatively easy hike across the Shira Plateau leads to Shira 2 Camp. Take in the sweeping views of Kibo Peak and explore the plateau’s unique vegetation, like giant lobelias and groundsel plants.
- Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower
Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft | Hiking Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 7 km | 4 miles | Habitat: Alpine Desert
Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft | Hiking Time: 2-3 hours | Distance: 3 km | 2 miles | Habitat: Alpine Desert
Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp. This day involves altitude gains and losses, vital for adjustment. The descent passes through the striking Senecio Forest, surrounded by towering trees and unique rock formations.
- Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft | Hiking Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 5 km | 3 miles | Habitat: Alpine Desert
Begin with a climb up the Great Barranco Wall, an impressive but manageable ascent. Traverse ridges and valleys before descending into Karanga Valley. After crossing the valley, reach Karanga Camp for rest and acclimatization.
- Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft | Hiking Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 4 km | 2 miles | Habitat: Alpine Desert
Follow a steady uphill climb to Barafu Camp, passing through rugged alpine desert. At Barafu, prepare for the summit attempt by organizing gear, hydrating, and having an early dinner. Rest is essential for the midnight ascent.
- Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak
Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft | Hiking Time: 6-8 hours | Distance: 5 km | 3 miles | Habitat: Arctic
Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft | Hiking Time: 4-6 hours | Distance: 12 km | 7 miles | Habitat: Rain Forest
Begin the midnight summit push to Uhuru Peak, reaching Stella Point by sunrise. Continue to Uhuru, Kilimanjaro’s highest point. After celebrating, descend to Barafu Camp for lunch and then proceed to Mweka Camp for rest.
- Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft | Hiking Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 10 km | 6 miles | Habitat: Rain Forest
Complete the final descent through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate. Collect your summit certificate and celebrate your achievement. A transfer takes you back to Moshi for a well-deserved shower and celebratory meal.
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