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We depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead. Upon arrival at trailhead, we begin hiking through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.

Day 1: Londorossi Gate (2100m) to Mti Mkubwa (2750m)

We continue on the trail leading out of the rain forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. Crossing many streams you’ll head towards a plateau that leads to Shira 2 Camp (3840m). At the campsite, you will be next to a stream and have a spectacular view of the Western Breach and its glaciers in the East.

Days 2: Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree)(2750m) to Shira 2 Camp (3840m)

Following an early morning breakfast, you'll head from moorland to semi-desolate tract and rocky landscape. After five hours of on foot east, you'll come head to head with the Lava Tower (4630m). Packed lunches could be served right here and hikers additionally have an choice of mountaineering the big Lava Tower if climate permits. At this factor of the hike, it's far ordinary for hikers to begin feeling the outcomes from the altitude along with complications and shortness of breath. Next, we’ll pass closer to the Barranco Campsite (3950m). The descent takes round 2 hours. It is positioned in a valley under the Breach and Great Barranco Wall (“Breakfast Wall”). Drinking and washing water and dinner could be served as hikers view the solar setting.

Days 3: Shira (3840m) – Lava Tower (4630m) – Barranco Camp (3950m)

After early breakfast, it's miles now time to triumph over the Great Barranco Wall! From the pinnacle of the Wall, you may have a view of Heim Glacier. The path then finishes up and down withinside the Karanga Valley and intersects with the Mweka Route, that's the path used to descend at the very last days. As you retain trekking for an hour, you may attain Barafu Hut. This is the ultimate water prevent for the porters due to the fact there may be no on hand water at Barafu Camp (4550m). Tents could be uncovered to wind and rocks so it's miles vital for hikers to familiarize themselves with the campsite earlier than dark. An early dinner could be served so hikers can relaxation earlier than trying the summit the equal night. Your manual will quick you in element on the way to put together for summit night. Get to sleep via way of means of 19:00!

Days 4: Barranco Camp (3950m) – Barafu Camp (4550m)

Your guide will wake you round 23:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then start your summit attempt. The path heads northwest and you'll ascend over stone scree. This is the maximum mentally and bodily difficult a part of the climb. In approximately 6 hours, you'll attain Stella Point (5685m), placed at the crater rim. After playing a superb sunrise, you'll hold ascending for approximately 2 hours on a snow-blanketed path to Uhuru Peak (5895m). Reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro is an entire life accomplishment! You may be capable of spend a brief time at the summit taking snap shots and consuming tea earlier than descending to Barafu. The hike right all the way down to Barafu Camp takes approximately three hours. After lunch, you’ll hold toward Mweka Hut (3100m). Mweka Camp (3100m) is placed withinside the higher rain forest, so fog and rain must be expected. here, you’ll have a warm dinner and take rest.

Days 5: Summit Attempt Barafu camp (4550m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Mweka (3100m)

On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.

Days 6: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

6days Kilimanjaro Luxury Climbing

Golden Trips Tanzania

We will pick you up from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) and take you to your accommodation, where you will meet your mountain guide for a detailed briefing before your hike. You will be able to clarify last questions and our guide will perform a gear check to make sure that you are perfectly prepared for your hike. You can also rent additional gear in case that anything is missing. The remaining day is at leisure.

Day one: Arrive In Tanzania

You will be picked up at your hotel at around 09:30am and transferred to the Lemosho gate located on the western side of Kilimanjaro. After the registration process you will still start our climb steadily through the forests of the Lemosho glades to reach Big Tree camp where you will be spending the night.

Distance covered: 7km / 4.3mi Approx. time taken: 4 hours

Day 2: Lemosho Gate (2385m) to Big Tree Camp (2780m)

Today you will trek across a plateau of grassy moorland and heather scattered with volcanic rock formations. Our
destination for today is the Shira 1 Camp from where there are often views of Kibo Peak floating on the clouds. We gain a reasonable amount of altitude today and parts of the route are fairly steep.

Distance covered: 8.5km / 5.3mi Approx. time taken: 7 hrs

Day 3: Big Tree Camp (2780m) to Shira 1 Camp (3500m)

Today you will get the chance to view the Northern Ice fields from the western side of the mountain with some unusual views of Kibo. Our steady climb across the moorland of the Shira Plateau will help with acclimatization and we enjoy great panoramic views. Our destination today is the Shira 2 Camp. In the afternoon you will take an acclimatization walk then head back to camp for dinner and overnight.

Distance covered: 8km / 5mi Approx. time taken: 5 hours

Day 4: Shira 1 Camp (3500m) to Shira 2 Camp (3900m)

Your trek starts with an ascent with far-reaching panoramic views, walking in to the climatic zone of the upland desert and
on the lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach. You will reach the distinct pinnacle of the Lava Tower (4640
m), our high point for the day and a great place to enjoy your lunch. In the afternoon we make a steep descent to our camp
for the night, located in the base of the Great Barranco Valley (3960 m), sheltered by towering cliffs but with extensive
views of the plains below.

Distance covered: 10km / 6.2mi Approx. time taken: 7 hrs

Day 5: Shira 2 Camp (3900m) to Barranco Camp (3960m)

Our day starts by descending into the start of the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. We then exit steeply, up the Great
Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It’s a climb over rock, not technical but long and

tiring. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley. From here we have a steep climb up from Karanga valley to our night’s camp at Karanga camp, set at 3963m. For those feeling strong we will go for a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek up to around 4200m before descending back to camp for the night.

Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi Approx. time taken: 5 hours

Day 6: Barranco Camp (3960m) to Karanga Camp (3963m)

After a good night’s rest and breakfast, we set off on our walk to Barafu camp at 4640m. The climb will take us across
desolate scree slopes with no vegetation around us at all. It’s a tough steep walk made more difficult by the altitude. On

arriving at camp we eat and spend the afternoon resting as we prepare for a long night and day ahead. It is important to
keep hydrated and warm. We have an early dinner and then try to get some sleep as we will be getting up at between

11pm and 12pm to start the climb to the summit.

Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi Approx. time taken: 3 hours

Day 7: Karanga Camp (3963) to Barafu Camp (4640m)

We start off at around midnight, and walk steeply upwards to the summit glaciers. We will be climbing scree for 4 to 5 hours
but gain incredible height over a short distance. The views are spectacular. We should be on the crater rim at Stella Point (5739m) as the first rays of the sun hit us. Spectacular ice cliffs within the crater surround us and the views to jagged Mawenzi peak and beyond are breathtaking. Another hour’s walking takes us to the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m). We begin our descent by returning to Stella Point and then descending on scree slope and track back to Barafu Camp for breakfast, before finally heading down to Millennium Camp for a long well-earned rest.

Distance covered: 13.4km / 8.3mi Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours

Day 8: Barafu Camp (4640m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) & down to Millennium Camp (3790m)

A gentle trek takes us down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where we complete park formalities and receive certificates, which you can hang up with pride! We are then met by our vehicles and return to the hotel in Moshi, where you can treat yourself to a hot welcome shower.

Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5mi Approx. time taken: 6 hours

Day 9: Trek Millennium Camp (3790m) to Mweka Gate (1630m)

The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Moshi town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.

*Safari, Zanzibar and other add-ons are available if you wish to continue exploring Tanzania.

● Meals: Breakfast Included

Day 10: Depart Tanzania

8 Days Lemosho Route

Razan Safaris

After breakfast and briefing, drive to Lemosho Park Gate. From here a forest track requiring a 4WD vehicle leads to Lemosho Glades. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite.

Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 2650m/8700ft
Distance: 6km/4mi
Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Day 1: Hotel to Mti Mkubwa Camp

After breakfast, we continue as the trail gradually steepens and enters the giant heather moorland zone. After several streams are crossed we continue over the Shira Ridge past the Shira 1 camp and on to the Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream.

Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3850m/12,600ft
Distance: 16km/10mi
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 2 Camp

From the Shira Plateau we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes to the Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp. Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.

Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft
Distance: 8km/5mi
Walking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp

After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail.

Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft
Distance: 5km/3mi
Climbing Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

We continue up to the Barafu Camp. You have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day.

Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft
Distance: 4km/2mi
Climbing Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit.

From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. Once at Uhuru Peak you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa!

From the summit we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.

Elevation: 4700m/

Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp

After breakfast we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).

Razan Safaris vehicle will be waiting for you at Mweka gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (around 60 minutes).

Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
Distance: 10km/6mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel

7 days Kilimanjaro Climbing Lemosho route

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- Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- Feel the warm African air and anticipation.
- Transfer to your lodge in Moshi.

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

- Register at the Lemosho Gate (2,100 meters).
- Trek through lush rainforests, spotting colobus monkeys.
- Reach Mti Mkubwa/Big Tree Camp (8,700 feet).

Day 2: Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

- Enter the moorland zone of giant heather.
- Marvel at the expansive Shira Plateau views.
- Rest at Shira One Camp (11,600 feet).

Day 3: Shira Plateau Exploration - Shira II camp

- Walk on lava ridges beneath glaciers.
- Descend to Barranco Camp (12,800 feet).
- Views of the plains below unfold.

Day 4: Lava Tower Descent to Barranco Camp

- Conquer the iconic Barranco Wall.
- Traverse the south-eastern flank of Kibo.
- Arrive at Karanga Camp (13,100 feet).

Day 5: Barranco Wall and Karanga Camp

- Ascend steadily to Barafu Hut (14,800 feet).
- Rest and prepare for summit night.
- The stars above seem closer than ever.

Day 6: Barafu High Camp

- Wake up around midnight.
- Zigzag up scree slopes, guided by headlamps.
- Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) at sunrise.
- Descend to Crater Camp.
- Explore the unique crater landscape.

Day 7: Summit Night! Uhuru Peak and Millennium camp

- Descend through lush rainforest.
- Celebrate your Kilimanjaro achievement.
- Bid farewell to this unforgettable journey.

Day 8: Millennium camp to Mweka Gate

On the last day of the itinerary, participants will depart from Moshi and continue their onward journey. Whether heading home or embarking on further adventures, participants will carry with them memories of their incredible journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Day 9: Departure from Moshi

Lemosho Route: 7 Days of Kilimanjaro Mountain Trek

Climbing Specialist

Drive to Lemosho Gate (2,385 meters) for registration.
Begin trekking through the lush rainforest.
Pass through vibrant flora and possibly spot wildlife like monkeys.
Arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750 meters).
Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
Hiking time: 3-4 hours.

Day 1: Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

After breakfast, depart Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Trek through the moorland with scenic views of Kilimanjaro.
Cross the Shira Plateau, a vast expanse of high-altitude desert.
Arrive at Shira 2 Camp (3,810 meters) for dinner and overnight stay.
Hiking time: 6-7 hours.

Leave Shira 2 Camp and ascend towards the Lava Tower.
Reach Lava Tower (4,600 meters) for acclimatization.
Descend to Barranco Camp (3,950 meters) via the Barranco Wall.
The Barranco Wall is challenging but exhilarating.
Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Dinner and overnight stay at Barranco Camp.
Hiking time: 5-6 hours.

Start the day with a hearty breakfast.
Climb the Barranco Wall, assisted by your guide and porters.
Traverse through the Karanga Valley, a relatively short trek.
Arrive at Karanga Camp (3,995 meters) for lunch.
Spend the afternoon resting and acclimatizing.
Dinner and overnight stay at Karanga Camp.
Hiking time: 3-4 hours.

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Depart Karanga Camp after breakfast.
Ascend to Barafu Camp (4,600 meters), the final base camp.
The terrain becomes more rocky and barren as you near the summit.
Rest and hydrate at Barafu Camp, preparing for the summit push.
Enjoy an early dinner and rest before the summit attempt.
Hiking time: 3-4 hours.

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Wake up around midnight for a light snack and hot beverage.
Start the summit attempt under the starry sky.
Trek up steep switchbacks to Stella Point (5,685 meters).
Continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters), the highest point in Africa.
Witness the breathtaking sunrise from the summit.
Descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest and brunch.
Continue descending to Mweka Camp (3,100 meters).
Enjoy your last evening on the mountain, celebrating your achievement with your team.
Hiking time: 12-14 hours to the summit, 4-6 hours descent to Mweka Camp.

Day 7: Summit Day! Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

After breakfast, descend through the lush rainforest.
Arrive at Mweka Gate (1,650 meters) where you'll receive your summit certificates.
Bid farewell to your guides and porters.
Transfer back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
Celebrate your successful climb with a hot shower and a well-deserved meal.
Hiking time: 3-4 hours.

Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

7 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing via Lemosho route

Morning: Transfer to Londorossi Gate (2,250 meters) to begin your trek.
Complete registration formalities before starting the hike.
Trek through lush rainforest, with opportunities to spot wildlife.
Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch along the trail.
Afternoon: Arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters) for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 1: Moshi to Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (Hike)

Morning: Continue ascending through the rainforest, gradually leaving the treeline behind.
Lunch: Picnic lunch at a scenic spot with panoramic views of Kilimanjaro.
Afternoon: Trek through the heath and moorland zone to Shira 1 Camp (3,505 meters) for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp (Hike)

Morning: Trek across the Shira Plateau, taking in breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch along the trail.
Afternoon: Ascend to Shira 2 Camp (3,840 meters), where you'll spend the night.

Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp (Hike)

Morning: Continue ascending towards Lava Tower (4,630 meters) for acclimatization.
Lunch: Picnic lunch at Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp.
Afternoon: Descend to Barranco Camp (3,950 meters), where you'll spend the night.

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp (Hike)

Morning: Tackle the Barranco Wall, a thrilling climb offering panoramic views.
Lunch: Picnic lunch along the trail as you traverse the Karanga Valley.
Afternoon: Arrive at Karanga Camp (3,995 meters) for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (Hike)

Morning: Ascend to Barafu Camp (4,673 meters), the final base camp before the summit.
Lunch: Enjoy a hearty meal at Barafu Camp to fuel your summit attempt.
Afternoon: Rest, hydrate, and prepare for the summit bid.
Evening: Early dinner and early bedtime to rest before the summit push.

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (Hike)

Midnight: Begin the summit attempt, ascending under the starlit sky.
Early Morning: Reach Stella Point (5,756 meters) and continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) for sunrise.
Sunrise: Witness the breathtaking sunrise over the East African plains from the summit.
Morning: Descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing to Mweka Camp (3,100 meters).
Afternoon: Descend through the alpine desert and rainforest to Mweka Camp for a celebratory dinner and overnight stay.

Day 7: Summit Day - Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp (Hike)

Morning: Descend through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,650 meters).
Lunch: Enjoy a farewell lunch at Mweka Gate and receive summit certificates.
Afternoon: Transfer back to Moshi for a well-deserved rest and celebratory dinner.
Departure the following day.

Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (Descent) and Departure

8 days Kilimanjaro Climbing via Lemosho route

Today you will cover a lot of ground as you trek across a plateau of grassy moorland and heather scattered with volcanic
rock formations. We will trek through Shira 1 Camp from where there are often views of Kibo Peak floating on the clouds as
we head towards our destination which is Shira 2.. We gain a reasonable amount of altitude as we head towards Shira 1
and parts of the route are fairly steep. As you proceed towards Shira 2 you will get the chance to view the Northern Ice
fields from the western side of the mountain with some unusual views of Kibo. Our steady climb across the moorland of the
Shira Plateau will help with acclimatization and we enjoy great panoramic views.

Distance covered: 16.5km / 10.3mi Approx. time taken: 9 – 11 hrs

Day 3: Big Tree Camp (2780m) to Shira 2 Camp (3900m)

Your trek starts with an ascent with far-reaching panoramic views, walking in to the climatic zone of the upland desert and on the lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach. You will reach the distinct pinnacle of the Lava Tower (4640m), our high point for the day and a great place to enjoy your lunch. In the afternoon we make a steep descent to our camp for the night, located in the base of the Great Barranco Valley (3960 m), sheltered by towering cliffs but with extensive views of the plains below.

Distance covered: 10km / 6.2mi Approx. time taken: 7 hrs

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp (3900m) to Barranco Camp (3960m)

Our day starts by descending into the start of the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. We then exit steeply, up the Great
Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It’s a climb over rock, not technical but long and tiring. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley. From here we have a steep climb up from Karanga valley to our night’s camp at Karanga camp, set at 3963m. For those feeling strong we will go for a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek up to around 4200m before descending back to camp for the night.

Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi Approx. time taken: 5 hours

Day 5: Barranco Camp (3960m) to Karanga Camp (3963m)

After a good night’s rest and breakfast, we set off on our walk to Barafu camp at 4640m. The climb will take us across desolate scree slopes with no vegetation around us at all. It’s a tough steep walk made more difficult by the altitude. On night and day ahead. It is important to keep hydrated and warm. We have an early dinner and then try to get some sleep as we will be getting up at between 11pm and 12pm to start the climb to the summit.

Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi Approx. time taken: 3 hours

arriving at camp we eat and spend the afternoon resting as we prepare for a long

Day 6: Karanga Camp (3963) to Barafu Camp (4640m)

We start off at around midnight, and walk steeply upwards to the summit glaciers. We will be climbing scree for 4 to 5 hours but gain incredible height over a short distance. The views are spectacular. We should be on the crater rim at Stella Point (5739m) as the first rays of the sun hit us. Spectacular ice cliffs within the crater surround us and the views to jagged Mawenzi peak and beyond are breathtaking. Another hour’s walking takes us to the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m). We begin our descent by returning to Stella Point and then descending on scree slope and track back to Barafu Camp for breakfast, before finally heading down to Millennium Camp for a long well-earned rest.

Distance covered: 13.4km / 8.3mi Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours

Day 7: Barafu Camp (4640m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) & down to Millennium Camp (3790m)

A gentle trek takes us down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where we complete park formalities and receive certificates, which you can hang up with pride! We are then met by our vehicles and return to the hotel in Moshi, where you can treat yourself to a hot welcome shower. Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5mi

Approx. time taken: 6 hours

Day 8: Trek Millennium Camp (3790m) to Mweka Gate (1630m)

7 Days Lemosho Route

- You land at Kilimanjaro International Airport, greeted by warm African air and -- the anticipation of the journey ahead.
- Transfer to your hotel in Moshi, where you meet fellow trekkers and your experienced guide.
- Rest up, knowing that tomorrow begins the ascent.

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania

- After breakfast, drive to the Lemosho Gate (2,100 meters).
- Register, meet your porters, and start hiking through lush rainforest.
- Reach Big Tree Camp (2,650 meters) and settle into your tent, surrounded by towering trees and the sounds of nature.

Day 2: Lemosho Gate to Big Tree Camp

- Continue through the forest, spotting colobus monkeys and exotic birds.
- Emerge into the heather zone, with expansive views of the Shira Plateau.
- Arrive at Shira 1 Camp (3,505 meters), where the landscape opens up, revealing the vastness of Kilimanjaro.

Day 3: Big Tree Camp to Shira 1 Camp

- Trek across the Shira Plateau, a high-altitude desert.
- Marvel at the otherworldly rock formations and volcanic remnants.
- Reach Shira 2 Camp (3,900 meters), where the stars seem closer than ever.

Day 4: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

- Descend to Barranco Valley, passing the Lava Tower (4,600 meters).
- The air thins, but your body adapts.
- Barranco Camp (3,950 meters) awaits, nestled beneath the imposing Barranco Wall.

Day 5: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp

- Conquer the Barranco Wall, a thrilling scramble.
- Traverse the Karanga Valley, a stark yet beautiful landscape.
- Karanga Camp (4,035 meters) offers stunning sunset views of Kibo Peak.

Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

- Ascend to Barafu Camp (4,673 meters), your base for the summit push.
- Rest, hydrate, and mentally prepare for the challenging night ahead.
- The stars above seem brighter as you lie in your tent.

Day 7: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

- Wake up around midnight, layer up, and begin the ascent.
- Zigzag up the scree slopes, guided by headlamps.
- Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) at sunrise—the roof of Africa!
- Descend to Millennium Camp (3,950 meters) for a well-deserved rest.

Day 8: Summit Night! Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Millennium Camp

- Descend through lush rainforest, the air thick with oxygen.
- Celebrate your achievement with your team at Mweka Gate.
- Transfer back to Moshi, where hot showers and a comfortable bed await.

Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

- Bid farewell to Kilimanjaro, its glaciers, and the memories etched in your heart.
- Return home with a sense of accomplishment, knowing you’ve stood atop Africa’s highest peak.

Day 10: Departure

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