The Best Nine(9)-Days Lemosho 2025-2025 Kilimanjaro’s Climbing full itinerary , is one of the most scenic and less crowded routes to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. This 9-day itinerary allows for gradual acclimatization and provides stunning landscapes, from lush rainforests to alpine deserts, before reaching the snow-capped peak. Here’s a detailed overview of each day’s trek.
Arrival: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
Transfer: To your hotel in Arusha/Moshi for rest and briefing with our experienced guide.
Day 2: Lemosho Gate (2,100m) to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m)
Route: Begin your journey with a drive to Lemosho Gate and start hiking through the dense rainforest.
Hiking: 3-4 hours through rich vegetation and possibly sighting wildlife.
Camp: Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree Camp).
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa (2,750m) to Shira 1 Camp (3,500m)
Route: Steeper trails lead from the rainforest into moorland terrain.
Hiking: 5-6 hours, crossing Shira Ridge to the vast Shira Plateau.
Camp: Shira 1 Camp with open views of Kibo Peak and the surrounding plains.
Day 4: Shira 1 (3,500m) to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)
Route: A shorter day of hiking across the Shira Plateau, providing amazing panoramic views.
Hiking: 3-4 hours of easy trekking to continue acclimatizing.
Camp: Shira 2 Camp.
Day 5: Shira 2 (3,850m) to Lava Tower (4,630m) to Barranco Camp (3,960m)
Route: This key acclimatization day takes you up to the Lava Tower and back down to Barranco Valley.
Hiking: 6-7 hours through alpine desert with a climb-high, sleep-low strategy.
Camp: Barranco Camp, set below the imposing Barranco Wall.
Day 6: Barranco Camp (3,960m) to Karanga Camp (4,035m)
Route: Climb the Barranco Wall, an exhilarating but non-technical scramble, followed by a gentler trek.
Hiking: 4-5 hours, traversing ridges and valleys.
Camp: Karanga Camp, providing beautiful views of the southern glaciers.
Day 7: Karanga Camp (4,035m) to Barafu Camp (4,640m)
Route: A steady uphill trek to Barafu, the base camp for your summit attempt.
Hiking: 4-5 hours across barren, wind-swept terrain.
Camp: Barafu Camp. Early dinner and rest in preparation for the summit night.
Day 8: Barafu (4,640m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,110m)
Summit Night: Start around midnight for a challenging ascent in the dark. Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, at sunrise.
Descent: After celebrations at the summit, descend via Stella Point back to Barafu Camp for a rest, then continue down to Mweka Camp.
Hiking: 12-15 hours total for the summit and descent.
Day 9: Mweka Camp (3,110m) to Mweka Gate (1,640m)
Route: A gentle descent through the rainforest to the park gate.
Hiking: 3-4 hours.
Celebration: After signing out at Mweka Gate, drive back to your hotel in Arusha/Moshi for a well-deserved rest.
This itinerary balances scenic beauty with gradual acclimatization, offering trekkers an excellent chance of reaching the summit while enjoying the diverse ecosystems of Kilimanjaro.
Includes:
- Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
- Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
- Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
- Pre and Post accommodations (2 nights Bed and Breakfast)
- Airport Transfers
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Drinking water and Full Board Meals
- All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
- Fair and Sustainable Salary Crew Wages
- Gate Transfers
- Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
- Quality Imported Equipments
Excludes:
- Flights
- Visa fees
- Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
- Gamow Bag
- Medication
- Tips for porters and mountain crew (20% Industry Standard Recommended)
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
- Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
- Additional lodge nights if early descent from the mountain $150 per room
