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Shira Skyline to Uhuru

Shira Skyline to Uhuru

Trek Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Lemosho Route, with two nights in Arusha, mountain camping, and a guided summit attempt to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres.

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Overview

Enjoy a Mount Kilimanjaro trek via the Lemosho Route, a scenic 7-day western approach through rainforest, moorland, the Shira Plateau, alpine desert, and high-altitude summit terrain. This 9-day itinerary includes an arrival night in Arusha, a pre-climb briefing and equipment check, a 7-day mountain trek and a final night in Arusha before departure. You will camp at Mti Mkubwa, Shira, Barranco, Karanga, Barafu and Mweka Camps, with carefully planned acclimatisation, including the Lava Tower “climb high, sleep low” stage. Travel with an experienced English-speaking Kilimanjaro guide, professional porters and a dedicated support crew. Full-board meals are provided during the mountain trek, with private transfers between Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha, Lemosho Gate and Mweka Gate. Choose budget, midrange or luxury accommodation in Arusha, while the mountain section uses quality camping equipment and professional support. This trek suits couples, friends, families, and first-time Kilimanjaro climbers who want a scenic, gradual approach, dramatic scenery, and the option to add a Tanzania safari or Zanzibar beach extension.

Western approach: Begin from the scenic Lemosho side of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Montane rainforest: Trek beneath dense forest canopy, with chances of birdlife and occasional monkeys.

Shira Plateau: Experience one of Kilimanjaro’s most expansive and dramatic landscapes.

Lava Tower: Follow the “climb high, sleep low” acclimatisation principle.

Barranco Wall: Climb one of the route’s most memorable sections.

Summit night: Ascend through darkness to Stella Point and Uhuru Peak.

Uhuru Peak: Stand at 5,895 metres for a memorable sunrise over Africa.

Mountain camping: Sleep at established camps with full crew support.

Expert guiding: Trek with experienced guides, porters and a professional mountain team.

Itinerary

Kilimanjaro International Airport
Arusha
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to Arusha, and meet your mountain guide for a climb briefing and equipment check.

Comfortable hotel in Arusha
Dinner
Lemosho Gate
Mti Mkubwa Camp
Day 2: Arusha to Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

Drive to Lemosho Gate, register, and trek through rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp.

Mti Mkubwa Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Shira Camp
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Plateau to Shira Camp

Trek from Mti Mkubwa to Shira Camp through heath, moorland and the Shira Plateau.

Shira Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Barranco Camp
Day 4: Shira Plateau to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Trek to Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco Camp, following the “climb high, sleep low” principle.

Barranco Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Karanga Camp
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Barranco Wall to Karanga Camp

Climb the Barranco Wall, then continue across alpine terrain to Karanga Camp.

Karanga Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Barafu Camp
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Trek to Barafu Camp, your high-altitude base for the summit attempt.

Barafu Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Uhuru Peak
Mweka Camp
Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Begin the pre-dawn summit ascent, climb to Uhuru Peak, then descend to Mweka Camp.

Mweka Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Mweka Gate
Arusha
Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Arusha

Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate, receive your summit certificate, and transfer to Arusha.

Comfortable hotel in Arusha
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Day 9: Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport

Enjoy breakfast in Arusha, then transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or continue to your next destination.

No overnight stay
Breakfast
Wildlife

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Inclusions

Private airport transfers to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Comfortable hotel accommodation in Arusha before and after the trek.

Professional English-speaking Kilimanjaro mountain guide.

Experienced mountain porters, cooks and support crew.

Lemosho Route mountain park entrance fees.

Kilimanjaro conservation and applicable mountain fees.

Mountain camp accommodation at Mti Mkubwa, Shira, Barranco, Karanga, Barafu and Mweka.

Quality mountain tents and camping equipment.

Dining and camp setup throughout the mountain trek.

Full-board meals during the mountain trek.

Breakfast and dinner at the Arusha hotel as specified in the itinerary.

Drinking water during the mountain trek.

Pre-climb briefing and equipment check.

Guided acclimatisation stages, including the Lava Tower elevation gain.

Guided summit attempt to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres.

Kilimanjaro summit certificate.

Mountain rescue and emergency support fees as applicable.

Government taxes and statutory levies.

Exclude

International and domestic flights.

International and domestic flights.

Comprehensive travel and medical insurance.

Personal trekking and mountain equipment.

Personal expenses, laundry and telephone charges.

Drinks and beverages not specified in the itinerary.

Tips and gratuities for mountain guides, porters, cooks, hotel staff and other crew.

Optional activities in Arusha.

Additional hotel nights before or after the scheduled itinerary.

Personal emergency evacuation costs not covered by applicable rescue arrangements.

Additional trekking days, activities, accommodation or services not specified in the itinerary.

Tanzania wildlife safari, Zanzibar holiday or other optional extensions unless specifically included in your booking.

Other unlisted expenses.

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