Day 1: Arrival in Kilimanjaro

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by the team from Eastern Sun Tours and Safaris. They will assist you with the transfer to your accommodation in Moshi or Arusha. Take this day to rest, acclimate to the new environment, and prepare for the upcoming adventure.

Day 2: Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

After an early breakfast, we will drive to the Lemosho Gate (2,360m/7,742ft), the starting point of the Lemosho route. Here, we will complete the necessary registration formalities before embarking on our trek. The trail begins through the lush rainforest, filled with diverse flora and fauna. Our destination for the day is Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820m/9,252ft), where we will set up our camp and spend the night.

Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Today, we continue our ascent through the rainforest, gradually leaving the tree line behind. The trail opens up to the vast Shira Plateau, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. We will trek to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m/12,631ft), where we will set up camp and spend the night.

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp

As we trek higher, we cross the barren Shira Plateau, enjoying the stunning views of the distant peaks. The trail then descends into the dramatic Barranco Valley, known for its unique rock formations and challenging terrain. We conquer the Barranco Wall, a thrilling section that requires some scrambling. Afterward, we reach Barranco Camp (3,960m/12,992ft), where we will spend the night.

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Today’s trek takes us through alpine desert landscapes as we make our way towards Karanga Camp (4,035m/13,200ft). The trail offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, and we may catch glimpses of the glaciers in the distance. We will set up camp at Karanga Camp for the night.

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Leaving Karanga Camp behind, we continue our ascent towards Barafu Camp (4,640m/15,223ft), our final camp before the summit attempt. The landscape becomes rugged and rocky, and the air gets thinner. Take this day to rest, hydrate, and mentally prepare for the challenging summit night ahead. We will go to bed early to get sufficient rest.

Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and Mweka Camp

We wake up in the middle of the night to start the summit push. The trek to Stella Point (5,685m/18,651ft) is demanding, but as the sun rises, we continue along the crater rim towards Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,341ft). Standing at the summit of Kilimanjaro is an unforgettable experience. Take in the breathtaking views and capture the moment before we begin the descent. We will descend back to Barafu Camp to collect our belongings and continue down to Mweka Camp (3,080m/10,105ft) for our final night on the mountain.

Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

On the last day of our adventure, we descend from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (1,640m/5,380ft). The trail descends through the lush rainforest, offering a refreshing change of scenery. As we make our way down, take the time to reflect on the incredible journey and the achievement of reaching the summit. Upon reaching Mweka Gate, you will receive a well-deserved certificate of accomplishment. Take a moment to bid farewell to your guides and porters, expressing your gratitude for their support throughout the trek. descends through the lush rainforest, offering a refreshing change of scenery. As we make our way down, take the time to reflect on the incredible journey and the achievement of reaching the summit. Upon reaching Mweka Gate, you will receive a well-deserved certificate of accomplishment. Take a moment to bid farewell to your guides and porters, expressing your gratitude for their support throughout the trek. From Mweka Gate, our team from Eastern Sun Tours and Safaris will transfer you back to your accommodation in Moshi or Arusha. You can celebrate your successful summit of Kilimanjaro and reminisce about the unforgettable experiences you had along the Lemosho route.