With two options when it comes to reaching Uhuru Peak, the longer Lemosho (Glades) Route is an alternative way to ascend up to the Shira Plateau. It offers beautiful scenery, lower climber density, and a strong success rate. It’s recommended to allow 6–8 days for the Lemosho route—this 10-day version adds excellent acclimatization.
Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, meet your transfer driver and head to your hotel in Arusha. Later, you’ll attend a pre-climb briefing and gear check in preparation for the trek.
Arusha – Starting point – Big Tree Camp (2,780 m)
Drive to Londorossi Gate for registration, then continue to the drop-off point. Begin trekking through dense rainforest to Big Tree Camp. An armed ranger may accompany the group in wildlife areas.
Big Tree Camp – Shira Camp 2 (3,900 m)
The forest thins into heath and moorland. Cross Shira Ridge and continue to Shira Camp 2 with wide views of Mt Meru and the Rift Valley.
Shira Camp 2 – Lava Tower (4,640 m) – Barranco Camp (3,960 m)
A key acclimatization day: climb high to Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco Camp. Expect alpine desert terrain and dramatic valley scenery.
Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (4,035 m)
Tackle the Barranco Wall with guide assistance where needed. Continue along ridges with views of Kibo’s southern glaciers before arriving at Karanga Camp.
Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,640 m)
Trek through alpine desert to Barafu, your base for summit night. Rest in the afternoon, eat an early dinner, and sleep before the midnight start.
Barafu – Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – Mweka Camp (3,080 m)
Summit attempt begins around midnight. Reach Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak. After photos, descend to Barafu for lunch and continue down to Mweka Camp for overnight.
Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate (1,630 m) – Arusha
Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate for checkout. Transfer back to Arusha for shower, rest, and celebration.
Arusha – Kilimanjaro Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport. You can also extend the trip with a safari add-on.
- Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha
- Arusha – Big Tree Camp (2,780 m)
- Big Tree Camp – Shira Camp 2 (3,900 m)
- Shira Camp 2 – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
- Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp
- Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp
- Barafu – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
- Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Arusha
- Arusha – Kilimanjaro Airport
| Pax | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per person | $3500 | $3100 | $2550 | $2450 | $2250 | $2000 |
