7 Days Trekking via Lemosho Route

Today’s hike continues through the forest zone before ascending into the heather and moorland zone. You will cross several streams before reaching the Shira Plateau, where you’ll have stunning views of the western breach and glaciers. Overnight at Shira 1 Camp.

• Elevation: 2,650m/8,694ft to 3,610m/11,841ft
• Hiking Time: 6-7 hours
• Habitat: Moorland

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

This day is a relatively easy hike across the plateau, allowing more time to acclimatize. You will explore the expansive Shira Plateau and arrive at Shira 2 Camp by the afternoon. You’ll have breathtaking views of the summit and the surrounding plains.

• Elevation: 3,610m/11,841ft to 3,850m/12,631ft
• Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
• Habitat: Moorland

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Today is a challenging day as you ascend to the Lava Tower (4,640m) for acclimatization. After lunch near the tower, you will descend into the Barranco Valley, known for its giant senecio plants, and arrive at Barranco Camp. This day helps your body adjust to the altitude, crucial for your summit attempt.

• Elevation: 3,850m/12,631ft to 4,640m/15,223ft (Lava Tower), then down to 3,960m/12,992ft
• Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
• Habitat: Alpine Desert

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

After a hearty breakfast, the trek begins with a steep climb up the Great Barranco Wall. Although the ascent may seem intimidating, it is non-technical and requires some scrambling but no specialized skills. Once you reach the top of the wall, you are rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the Karanga Valley and the vast plains below.

The trail then follows an undulating path across the alpine desert, leading you to the Karanga Camp, where many trekkers choose to stop for lunch or a short rest. After Karanga, you continue towards Barafu Camp, the base camp for your summit push.

The terrain becomes more rocky and exposed as you near Barafu Camp. The wind can be strong here, so prepare for colder conditions. Upon arrival at Barafu, you'll have an early dinner and rest to prepare for the midnight departure to the summit.

• Trek Distance: 9 km / 5.6 miles
• Trek Time: 7-8 hours
• Elevation Gain: 723m / 2,371ft

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

You’ll begin the final ascent at midnight, trekking through the dark on a steep trail to Stella Point. After a short rest, you will continue on to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your achievement, you will descend back to Barafu Camp for a brief rest and continue down to Mweka Camp.

• Elevation: 4,640m/15,223ft to 5,895m/19,341ft (Uhuru Peak), then down to 3,080m/10,105ft
• Hiking Time: 13-16 hours
• Habitat: Arctic Zone/Alpine Desert

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

On your final day, you’ll descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Upon arrival, you’ll receive your summit certificates, and a vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Arusha for a well-deserved rest at your hotel.

• Elevation: 3,080m/10,105ft to 1,680m/5,512ft
• Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
• Habitat: Rainforest

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included