Moshi to Lemosho Gate to Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp

Mount Kilimanjaro - The journey begins with a road transfer from Moshi at 9:00 am to the Lemosho Gate. After completing registration, the adventure continues on a 4x4 track to the trailhead, where the trek through the rainforest zone commences with the guide. The forest is lush and teeming with diverse flora and fauna. Rain is common in this zone, which may make the path slightly slippery. A short, winding path leads steadily to the first camp.

Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp to Shira One Camp

Mount Kilimanjaro - The morning starts with a quick departure from the forest zone on a steep path as the dense vegetation gradually transitions into the Heather and Moorland zone. The rest of the day involves a steady hike across the Shira Ridge, offering views of the Shira Peak, the third of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic cones, providing spectacular jagged scenery of this eroded peak.

Shira One Camp to Shira Cathedral Peak to Shira Two Camp

Mount Kilimanjaro - Today’s hike gradually traverses the Shira Plateau within the Heather and Moorland, with an optional extra hike to the Shira Cathedral Peak (3880m) before gradually proceeding to Shira Two Camp. Shira is the third of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic cones, shaped by lava and volcanic activity, creating a stunning jagged peak and offering a unique western view of Kibo, the highest of the peaks and the final destination of the tour.

Shira Two Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Mount Kilimanjaro - Today’s hike leads towards the Kibo Cone, steadily climbing up and over the edges of the alpine desert to the first high altitude at the Lava Tower (4630m or 15190ft). This day aids in acclimatization and serves as a great indicator of how the body handles higher altitudes. From the Lava Tower, a steep descent begins anti-clockwise around Kibo and into the Barranco Valley, passing the large flowering mountain cacti (Kilimanjaro Senecios) unique to Kilimanjaro. The day concludes at approximately the same elevation as it started, on the edge of the Heather and Moorland.

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro National Park - The morning begins with an ascent of the Barranco Wall, an impressive non-technical scramble that provides a sense of mountain climbing without requiring previous experience or advanced equipment. The climb is rewarded with a superb view from the top back into the camp and the Heim Glacier on the peak. The remainder of the hike traverses the alpine desert, slowly winding around the mountain until reaching the Karanga Valley, which is descended into and then ascended again to reach the camp. Karanga Valley is the last water point.

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Mount Kilimanjaro - The day involves a casual climb through the barren landscape of the alpine desert, maintaining a slow pace even though the path is not extremely steep. The Kibo Cone draws nearer, and the Mawenzi Peak (Kilimanjaro’s second peak) may finally be glimpsed in the east. The short distance allows ample time at the summit camp to rest and prepare for the summit attempt that night.

Barafu Camp to Stella Point to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Mount Kilimanjaro - In the early morning (around 12:00 am), the final ascent to the summit of Uhuru Peak begins through the arctic zone. The trek is a steep hike over loose volcanic scree through the dark and cold night, taking a slow, zig-zag pace towards Stella Point (5685m or 18650ft), the first stop on the Kibo Crater Rim. From here, a short but challenging hike remains to reach Uhuru Peak (5895m or 19341ft), the highest point in Africa. Due to the extreme altitude, time spent at the peak is usually brief before descending back to the base camp for breakfast or brunch. After packing up gear, the descent continues through the alpine desert, Heather and Moorland, eventually stopping at Mweka Camp in the rainforest zone for a well-deserved rest.

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi Town

Mount Kilimanjaro - The final day on Kilimanjaro involves a descent through the southern rainforest to Mweka Gate, where a vehicle will be waiting to transport you back to Moshi Town. Typically, the crew will leave at Mweka Gate, providing a perfect opportunity to bid farewell to the crew, who generally head directly home from the end gate.

• Specialist tent crew to service and set-up campsites
• All meals on the mountain and eating utensils, cutlery, bowls, cups etc
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
• Boiled drinking water on trek (from 1st camp onwards)
• Trained, certified, and experienced English-speaking Mountain guide/s
• 1 luggage porter per person, carrying up to 15kg of personal luggage
• Daily health checks with high-grade medical oximeter
• Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project monitoring for fair treatment standards
• Pre-climb briefing / equipment check in Moshi
• Transfer from/to Moshi based lodge to park gates per group
• All National Park fees including conservation, entry, camping, and rescue fees
• Twice daily health checks with guides
• Shared public toilet facilities at campsites
• 1 Emergency oxygen cylinder per 5 passengers and first aid kit
• Luggage storage while on trek
• Basic 1” foam sleeping mattress per person
• Crew transportation to remote gates
• All taxes and VAT applicable

• Tips / gratuities
• Beverages such as soft drinks, alcohol etc.
• International flights
• Insurance
• Visas
• Items of a personal nature
• Water on first day of trek
• Metal & hard plastic water bottles, water etc.(Note:soft plastics are not permitted on the mountain)
• Pre climb or post climb accommodation
• Extra Single tents
• Additional emergency oxygen cylinders
• Comfort upgrades such as a private portable camping toilet, foldable bed, upgraded menu, etc.
• Flying Doctors Emergency Evacuation membership
• Extra guides or personal porters or extra luggage porters
• Personal mountain equipment such as sleeping bags, walking poles, duffel bags etc.

This non-technical Kilimanjaro camping route is relatively new and one of the most popular routes currently chosen for ascending Kilimanjaro for its scenery, views and route profile. The route starts in the remote west Kilimanjaro area through the forest reserve and generally is much quieter due to it’s distant starting point. The route approaches the Kibo cone through the Shira Plateau and eventually joining the southern circuit passing the small ‘scrambling’ (using your hands and legs) section at the Barranco wall which truly gives you that mountain climbing feeling without any special equipment or experience.

• Not recommended for travelers with lung problems or other known altitude related medical conditions

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.