8 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho Route

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Moshi / Arusha Arrive in Moshi or Arusha. Transfer to hotel. Pre-climb briefing, gear check, and preparation. Meals: Dinner Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi/ArushaDay 2 – Londorossi Gate to Big Tree Camp Drive to Londorossi Gate. Begin hike through lush rainforest to Big Tree Camp (2,700 m). Moderate difficulty. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at Big TreeDay 3 – Big Tree Camp to Shira 1 Camp Ascend through dense rainforest into moorland, reaching Shira 1 Camp (3,500 m). Excellent acclimatization and scenic views. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at Shira 1Day 4 – Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 / Moir Camp Hike across heath and moorland to Shira 2 / Moir Camp (3,850 m). Gradual ascent allows proper acclimatization. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at Shira 2 / MoirDay 5 – Shira 2 / Moir to Barranco Camp Traverse lava flows and alpine desert, then descend slightly to Barranco Camp (3,900 m). Prepare for the famous Barranco Wall climb next day. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at BarrancoDay 6 – Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp Climb the Barranco Wall, then hike across alpine meadows to Karanga Valley Camp (4,000 m). Rest for acclimatization and summit preparation. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at KarangaDay 7 – Karanga Valley Camp to Barafu Camp Ascend through alpine desert and rocky terrain to Barafu Camp (4,600 m). Prepare for midnight summit attempt. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at BarafuDay 8 – Summit Uhuru Peak & Descend to Mweka Gate Start around midnight to climb Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) for sunrise. Descend through Mweka Camp and rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive summit certificate and transfer to hotel in Moshi/Arusha or departure. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi/Arusha or departureTour Includes Kilimanjaro National Park fees and camping fees Professional guides and porters Accommodation in tents along the route Meals as indicated (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Bottled water and snacks during hikes Transfers from/to Moshi or Arusha Summit certificateTour Excludes International flights Visa fees Travel insurance Personal expenses Tips for guides and porters Equipment rental (optional gear like sleeping bags, trekking poles)