Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our team and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town. Later in the day, you will meet your professional mountain guide for a full briefing about the upcoming 6 Days Lemosho Route climb. During this meeting, your guide will explain the route, safety procedures, and daily expectations. A complete equipment check will also be conducted to ensure you have all the necessary mountain gear. Any missing items can be rented in Moshi on this day.

Meals: No meals included
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel around 08:00am and driven to the Lemosho Gate on the western side of Mount Kilimanjaro. After registration and park formalities, the trek begins through the beautiful and untouched rainforest of the Lemosho Glades. This section of the 6 Days Lemosho Route is rich in wildlife, with chances to see monkeys and exotic birds. The trail is gentle and scenic, allowing your body to start adapting to altitude as you walk steadily to Big Tree Camp, where you will spend your first night on the mountain.

Distance: 7 km / 4.3 miles
Time: ~4 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is a longer and more demanding day as you leave the forest behind and enter the open moorland zone. The trail climbs gradually across the Shira Plateau, passing through Shira 1 Camp with stunning views of Kibo Peak often floating above the clouds. Parts of the route are steep, but the pace remains slow and steady to support acclimatization. As you approach Shira 2 Camp, you will enjoy incredible views of the Northern Ice Fields and vast volcanic landscapes. This day plays a key role in altitude adaptation on the 6 Days Lemosho Route.

Distance: 16.5 km / 10.3 miles
Time: 9–11 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

The day starts with an ascent through alpine desert terrain, walking beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach. You will climb to Lava Tower (4,640m), the highest point of the day, where lunch is served. This “climb high, sleep low” strategy is excellent for acclimatization. After lunch, the trail descends steeply into the Great Barranco Valley. Barranco Camp is set beneath towering cliffs and offers dramatic views, making it one of the most scenic camps on the 6 Days Lemosho Route.

Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
Time: ~7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, you begin the day by climbing the famous Barranco Wall. Though steep, it is non-technical and very rewarding, offering incredible views once you reach the top. The route then continues across valleys and ridges toward Barafu Camp. The landscape becomes barren and rocky as altitude increases. Upon arrival at Barafu Camp, you will rest, hydrate, and prepare for summit night. An early dinner is served before you attempt to sleep, as wake-up time will be around midnight.

Distance: 3 km / 1.9 miles
Time: ~3 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Around midnight, you begin the most challenging and rewarding part of the 6 Days Lemosho Route. The ascent is slow and steady under the stars, passing Stella Point before reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Standing at the summit is an unforgettable achievement. After photos and celebration, you begin a long descent down to Millennium Camp, passing back through Barafu Camp. The lower altitude and warmer air provide much-needed relief after summit day.

Distance: ~15 km total
Time: 5–6 hours ascent, 5–6 hours descent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

A gentle descent takes you through lush rainforest toward Mweka Gate. Here, you complete park formalities and receive your official Kilimanjaro summit certificates. Afterward, you are transferred back to your hotel in Moshi, where a hot shower and comfortable bed await—a perfect end to your 6 Days Lemosho Route adventure.

Distance: 12.1 km / 7.5 miles
Time: ~6 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

This day is free for relaxation after your climb. Depending on your flight schedule, you may explore Moshi town, shop for souvenirs, or simply rest before being transferred to the airport for your departure. Optional add-ons such as safari or Zanzibar beach holidays can be arranged upon request.

Meals: Breakfast