Experience the breathtaking beauty of Africa’s highest mountain. Our carefully crafted 10-day itinerary takes you from the vibrant town of Moshi to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895 meters) via the stunning Lemosho Route — known as the most scenic trail on the mountain.
Your Itinerary
Day 1 Depart to - Kilimanjaro (JRO) Tanzania
Depart from any major international airport — whether you’re flying from Oslo, London, New York, Amsterdam, Los Angeles, Frankfurt, or Paris, we’ll help you coordinate your arrival into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
✈️ Need help booking your international flights? No problem — our team is happy to assist with finding the best flight options for your schedule and budget.
Day 2 Welcome to Moshi
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), pass through visa control, and meet your The Bugs Adventures Travel representative. Enjoy a 45-minute transfer to your hotel in Moshi, with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. After dinner and breakfast, meet your Kilimanjaro team for a briefing and introduction to your hiking crew.
Day 3 Moshi to Londorossi Gate – Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820m / 9,249ft)
After breakfast, transfer to Londorossi Gate for registration. Continue to the trailhead at 2,360 meters, and trek to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters).
Distance: 5.5 km / 3 miles | Trek Time: 3-4 hours
Altitude: Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820m)
Day 4 Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp (3,610m / 11,847ft)
Trek through the rainforest and moorland zone to Shira 1 Camp (3,610 meters).
Distance: 8 km / 5 miles | Trek Time: 4-5 hours
Altitude: Shira 1 Camp (3,610m)
Day 5 Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m / 12,631ft)
Short trek across the Shira Plateau to Shira 2 Camp (3,850 meters / 12,631 feet).
Distance: 7 km / 4.5 miles | Trek Time: 4 hours
Altitude: Shira 2 Camp (3,850m / 12,631ft)
Day 6 Shira 2 to Lava Tower (4,600m / 15,092ft) – Barranco Camp (3,960m / 12,992ft)
Trek towards Lava Tower (4,600 meters / 15,092 feet), have lunch, then descend to Barranco Camp (3,960 meters / 12,992 feet).
Distance: 10 km / 6 miles | Trek Time: 6-7 hours
Altitude: Barranco Camp (3,960m / 12,992ft)
Day 7 Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (3,995m / 13,107ft)
Climb Barranco Wall and trek to Karanga Camp (3,995 meters / 13,107 feet).
Distance: 5 km / 3 miles | Trek Time: 4-5 hours
Altitude: Karanga Camp (3,995m / 13,107ft)
Day 8 Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,673m / 15,331ft)
Trek steadily to Barafu Camp (4,673 meters / 15,331 feet), your base camp for the summit attempt.
Distance: 6 km / 3.7 miles | Trek Time: 4-5 hours
Altitude: Barafu Camp (4,673m / 15,331ft)
Day 9 Summit Day – Uhuru Peak (5,895m / 19,341ft)
Begin the midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters / 19,341 feet), then descend to Mweka Camp (3,100 meters / 10,171 feet).
Distance: 14 km / 8.7 miles | Trek Time: 10-14 hours
Altitude: Uhuru Peak (5,895m / 19,341ft) / Mweka Camp (3,100m / 10,171ft)
Day 10 Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Return to Moshi
Descend to Mweka Gate (1,640 meters / 5,381 feet) and transfer back to Moshi for a celebratory dinner.
Distance: 10 km / 6 miles | Trek Time: 3-4 hours
Altitude: Mweka Gate (1,640m / 5,381ft)
Day 11 Safari to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, transfer to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large herds of elephants and baobab trees. Spend the day on a game drive through the park, observing a variety of wildlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during the safari. In the evening, drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best places in the world for wildlife viewing. Enjoy a game drive in the crater, where you’ll likely see lions, rhinos, elephants, and more.
After lunch, visit a Maasai village to learn about the local culture. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
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