22/06/2026
8 Days Kilimanjaro Trek – Lemosho Route
Organized by Msana Tours and Safaris
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
Meet and greet by Msana Tours and Safaris team.
Transfer to hotel in Moshi.
Trek briefing and equipment check.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate for registration.
Continue to Lemosho trailhead.
Trek through beautiful rainforest.
Hiking time: 3–4 hours.
Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650m).
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
Leave the rainforest and enter the heath and moorland zone.
Enjoy views of Shira Plateau.
Hiking time: 5–6 hours.
Overnight at Shira 1 Camp (3,500m).
Day 4: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Gentle hike across the Shira Plateau.
Spectacular views of Kibo Peak.
Hiking time: 3–4 hours.
Overnight at Shira 2 Camp (3,850m).
Day 5: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Hike to Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization.
Descend to Barranco Camp.
Hiking time: 6–7 hours.
Overnight at Barranco Camp (3,960m).
Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Climb the famous Barranco Wall.
Continue through alpine desert landscapes.
Hiking time: 4–5 hours.
Overnight at Karanga Camp (4,035m).
Day 7: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Trek to Barafu Base Camp.
Rest, dinner, and summit preparation.
Hiking time: 3–4 hours.
Overnight at Barafu Camp (4,640m).
Day 8: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak and Descent
Midnight start for the summit attempt.
Reach Stella Point and continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa.
Celebrate and enjoy sunrise views.
Descend to Mweka Camp and continue to Mweka Gate.
Receive summit certificates.
Transfer back to Moshi or Kilimanjaro Airport.
Included:
Professional mountain guides, porters, and cook.
Park fees and rescue fees.
Camping equipment and tents.
All meals during the trek.
Airport transfers.
Drinking water on the mountain.
Msana Tours and Safaris
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