After breakfast, you’ll drive to Nale Moru Village at the base of the Rongai Route trailhead. Upon arrival, you’ll complete registration and meet your team of porters, guides, and cooks. The trek begins on a gentle uphill path through fields of maize and potatoes, leading into a lush pine forest.

This part of the trail is rich in wildlife, and you may spot Colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and various birds. After trekking for 3-4 hours, you’ll arrive at Simba Camp (2,600m), where you’ll settle in for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trekking Duration: 3-4 hours
Accommodation: Camping at Simba Camp

Today, you’ll trek from Simba Camp to Kikelelwa Camp (3,600m). The trail ascends steadily, leaving the forest behind and entering the heath and moorland zone. The landscape changes significantly, offering expansive views of the Mawenzi Peak, Kilimanjaro’s rugged second-highest peak.

You’ll pass through open moorland with stunning views of the Kenyan plains below. After 6-7 hours of trekking, you’ll reach Kikelelwa Camp, which is set in a scenic valley near a cluster of giant Senecio plants. This camp offers striking views of Mawenzi Peak in the distance.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trekking Duration: 6-7 hours
Accommodation: Camping at Kikelelwa Camp

The trek becomes steeper as you ascend from Kikelelwa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m). The trail climbs steadily up rugged terrain and rocky ridges, with stunning views of the Kibo Peak to the west and the dramatic spires of Mawenzi Peak directly ahead.

You’ll arrive at Mawenzi Tarn, a small glacial lake sitting beneath the towering peaks of Mawenzi. The view is unforgettable, and you’ll spend the afternoon here, allowing for acclimatization. Your guides may take you on a short acclimatization hike to prepare you for higher altitudes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trekking Duration: 4-5 hours
Accommodation: Camping at Mawenzi Tarn Camp

After breakfast, you’ll cross the barren saddle that connects Mawenzi to Kibo. This stretch of the trek is a long, arid walk through a desert-like alpine zone. The harsh landscape, resembling a lunar surface, offers incredible photo opportunities as you approach the towering face of Kibo.

After 5-6 hours of trekking, you’ll reach Kibo Hut (4,700m), where you’ll rest in preparation for the midnight summit attempt. Your guides will brief you on the next day’s summit push, and you’ll have an early dinner before going to bed early.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trekking Duration: 5-6 hours
Accommodation: Camping at Kibo Hut

Summit Night! You’ll be woken up around midnight for a light meal before starting the toughest part of your trek. With headlamps lighting the way, you’ll begin your slow ascent to the summit, following a steep, zigzagging trail up loose scree.

After 6-8 hours, you’ll reach Gilman’s Point (5,685m) on the rim of Kibo Crater. From there, it’s another 1-2 hours of trekking along the crater rim to reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m) — the highest point in Africa!

Take a moment to celebrate your achievement, capture photos, and absorb the breathtaking views of the glaciers and the distant plains. After some time at the summit, you’ll begin your descent back to Kibo Hut for a short rest. You’ll then continue the descent to Horombo Hut (3,720m), where you’ll spend the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trekking Duration: 10-14 hours (summit and descent)
Accommodation: Camping at Horombo Hut

After breakfast, you’ll continue your descent to Marangu Gate. The trail takes you through lush rainforest as you soak in the final sights and sounds of Kilimanjaro. Upon arrival at the gate, you’ll receive your official summit certificate to commemorate your achievement.

You’ll then be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi for a well-deserved shower and rest. Celebrate your success with your fellow climbers and guides.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Trekking Duration: 5-6 hours
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home or your next adventure. If you have more time, you may choose to explore other parts of Tanzania, such as a Serengeti safari or a relaxing stay on the beaches of Zanzibar.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None (departure day)

After breakfast, you’ll complete the final leg of your trek. The descent is relatively short and takes you through the rainforest zone, offering a final chance to spot wildlife like monkeys and tropical birds.

Upon arrival at Mweka Gate, you'll receive your Kilimanjaro climbing certificate (Green for Stella Point, Gold for Uhuru Peak). From there, you’ll be transferred back to Moshi, where you can relax and celebrate your accomplishment.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Trekking Duration: 3-4 hours
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi

This marks the end of an incredible adventure on Mount Kilimanjaro’s Lemosho Route. Take pride in your achievement of reaching the summit of Uhuru Peak, an experience that will stay with you forever.