7 Days Group Joining Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route – Scenic Summit Trek 2026,2027

Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

After breakfast in Moshi, drive to Londorossi Gate for registration and begin your trek into the rainforest zone of Kilimanjaro.

The trail is quiet and scenic with dense forest, birds, and fresh mountain atmosphere. This first hike is gentle and helps your body begin adjusting to altitude.

Trekking Details:

• Route: Lemosho Route
• Destination: Mti Mkubwa Camp
• Elevation: 2,100m - 2,780m
• Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours

Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp (Camping).

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

You leave the rainforest and enter moorland zone with wider views of Mount Kilimanjaro starting to appear.

The terrain becomes more open and rocky, helping your body start adapting to higher altitude conditions.

Trekking Details:

• Destination: Shira 1 Camp
• Elevation: 2,780m - 3,500m
• Hiking Time: 5–7 Hours

Overnight at Shira 1 Camp (Camping).

Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Hike across the Shira Plateau with beautiful volcanic landscapes and wide open skies.

This is a moderate acclimatization day allowing steady altitude gain and scenic trekking experience.

Trekking Details:

• Destination: Shira 2 Camp
• Elevation: 3,500m - 3,850m
• Hiking Time: 4–5 Hours

Overnight at Shira 2 Camp (Camping).

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

This is a key acclimatization day where you ascend high to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Valley.

The Lava Tower section is challenging but important for altitude adaptation, followed by a scenic descent into Barranco Camp.

Trekking Details:

• Highest Point: Lava Tower (4,630m)
• Destination: Barranco Camp
• Elevation: 3,850m - 3,950m
• Hiking Time: 6–8 Hours

Overnight at Barranco Camp (Camping).

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

The day begins with the famous Barranco Wall climb, a steep but non-technical section offering amazing views at the top.

After the wall, the trail continues through valleys and ridges with changing scenery and cooler temperatures.

Trekking Details:

• Destination: Karanga Camp
• Elevation: 3,950m - 4,035m
• Hiking Time: 4–5 Hours

Overnight at Karanga Camp (Camping).

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

You enter alpine desert zone as you approach Barafu Camp, the final base before summit night.

This is a short but important day for rest, hydration, and preparing mentally for the summit push.

Trekking Details:

• Destination: Barafu Camp
• Elevation: 4,035m - 4,640m
• Hiking Time: 3–5 Hours

Rest early and prepare for summit night.

Day 7: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak – Descend to Mweka Gate

Begin summit attempt at midnight, trekking slowly through cold and steep terrain toward Stella Point.

Continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa, where you experience a powerful sunrise above the clouds.

Trekking Details:

• Summit: Uhuru Peak
• Elevation: 5,895m
• Ending Point: Mweka Gate
• Hiking Time: 10–15 Hours

After celebration and photos, descend to Mweka Gate and transfer back to Moshi.

What is Included

• Professional mountain guides
• Porters and cook team
• Lemosho Route park fees
• Camping equipment (tents, mattresses, dining setup)
• All meals during trek
• Rescue fees and government taxes
• Group joining arrangement
• Transfers to and from gate

What is Not Included

• International flights
• Tanzania visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal trekking gear
• Tips for guides and porters
• Hotel before and after trek

Why Choose This Trek

This route is ideal for climbers who want a scenic, affordable, and guided Kilimanjaro experience. It offers a good balance between challenge and acclimatization, giving a strong chance of reaching Uhuru Peak while enjoying diverse landscapes.