8-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Climb

Drive from Moshi for registration and continue to the trailhead. Walk through forest to the first camp, allowing roughly 3–4 hours on foot.

Leave the trees and climb through heath to Shira 1. Allow 5–6 walking hours before settling into camp.

Cross the open plateau toward Moir. A short acclimatization walk may follow, depending on weather and the group’s condition.

Walk toward Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco. This higher excursion followed by a lower night supports acclimatization; expect a longer walking day.

Follow your guide up the steep wall, then cross valleys to Karanga. Move carefully on scrambling sections before resting at camp.

Climb across exposed terrain to Barafu. Organise summit equipment, eat early and rest while guides assess readiness and confirm the start time.

Start overnight toward Stella Point and, if safe, Uhuru Peak. Descend via Barafu to Mweka. Turnaround decisions depend on health and conditions.

Walk through forest to Mweka Gate, complete exit formalities and transfer to Moshi. Recovery hotels and airport transport are extra; avoid a same-day international departure.