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

Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

After breakfast and briefing in Moshi, you drive to Londorossi Gate for registration and start your adventure into Kilimanjaro’s rainforest zone.

The trail is quiet, scenic, and filled with ancient trees, birds, and small wildlife. This first day is gentle and helps your body begin adjusting to trekking conditions.

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

Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp.

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

The rainforest begins to thin as you ascend into the moorland zone, revealing your first wide views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

This section is steady and helps your body adapt to increasing altitude while enjoying dramatic scenery.

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

Overnight at Shira 1 Camp.

Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

You hike across the vast Shira Plateau, one of the most scenic areas on Kilimanjaro, with wide open landscapes and volcanic formations.

This is an easier acclimatization day that allows your body to adjust gradually while enjoying panoramic mountain views.

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

Overnight at Shira 2 Camp.

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

This is a very important acclimatization day where you climb high and sleep low, which helps your body adapt to altitude.

You ascend to Lava Tower, a rocky volcanic formation, then descend into the beautiful Barranco Valley surrounded by giant groundsels and cliffs.

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

Overnight at Barranco Camp.

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

The day starts with the famous Barranco Wall, a steep but non-technical climb that offers amazing views once conquered.

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

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

Overnight at Karanga Camp.

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

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

This is a short but important day for rest, hydration, and mental preparation for the midnight summit push.

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

Rest and prepare for summit night.

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

You begin the summit attempt at midnight, trekking slowly in cold and dark conditions toward Stella Point.

After reaching Stella Point, you continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa, where you witness an unforgettable sunrise above the clouds.

• 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
• Drinking water on mountain

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 itinerary is ideal for climbers who want a scenic, safe, and well-acclimatized Kilimanjaro experience. The route offers high summit success rates, professional support, and unforgettable landscapes while remaining affordable through group joining.