A guide and a mountain support crew will arrive at the hotel in the morning in order to meet you and
hold another briefing, after which you will travel by vehicle (roughly 3-4 hours) to Kilimanjaro National
Park's western entrance: Londorossi Gate (2,200 m). After the quick formality of acquiring climbing
permits and registering with the search and rescue service, the group will start trekking towards the first
camp of the route: Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,780 m). Raincoats are necessary on this day in particular, as
you will be walking through rainforest. By the time you reach the camp, our professional mountain crew
will prepare everything necessary, put tents and cook lunch for you. After lunch the group will depart on
an acclimatization hike towards Shira 1 Camp that features a 300meter gain in altitude, after which you
will hike back down to Mti Mkubwa Camp, where a hot dinner will be waiting.
Note: The acclimatization hike is an easy trek with a slight gain in altitude done in order to speed up the
acclimatization process. You should take the acclimatization hikes very seriously. They help increase
your chances of successfully climbing Kilimanjaro and save you from the consequences of altitude
sickness.
This will be your first day at this altitude, so it is strongly recommended you heed the following
instructions from this point on:
Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine
Drink over 4 liters of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently)
Take a Diamox pill to help alleviate symptoms of altitude sickness. Most mountain climbers take Diamox
in the morning, before they start their ascent, in order to reduce discomfort associated with altitude
sickness. We recommend you consult your doctor prior to the trip in case of potential allergies.
At night you may experience discomfort associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of
a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Taking
altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a headache. Pay attention to your
own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness.
Acclimatization hike:
Change in Elevation: Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,780 m) — Destination point end route to Shira 1 Camp (3,095
m)
Hiking distance: 2 km
Hiking time: 1 hour.

An early wakeup, breakfast, and a gradual trek upwards until 3,500 meters; at that point for the first
time you will be able to see stunning views of Shira Plateau and Kibo Volcano.

On the whole, the passage from Mti Mkubwa Camp to the second high-altitude Shira 1 Camp (3,505 m)
is rather easy and takes about 5-6 hours. This will allow you to start the acclimatization process
gradually, which is a mainstay of good trekking. When you reach the camp, your team of specialists will
cook you lunch and you will have the chance to rest in your tent or walk around the nearby area.

Departing from Shira 1 Camp (3,505 m) and a light trekking towards the second high altitude camp: Shira
2 Camp (3,900 m). This trek is not difficult and you will be able to enjoy spectacular views of Africa and
the unique flora of Kilimanjaro and the surrounding area. Shira 2 Camp is the best place on the trip to
see Mount Meru (the fifth summit of Africa), weather permitting.
When you arrive at camp you will have lunch, and after a two-hour rest everyone will complete an
acclimatization hike towards Lava Tower Camp that features a 300meter gain in altitude.
Acclimatization hike:
Change in Elevation: Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m) — Destination point end route to Lava Tower (4,270 m)
Hiking distance: 2 km
Hiking time: 1–2 hours.

After breakfast you will leave Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m) and start your way to the key point of the route:
Lava Tower (4,630 m). This section of the route has a lot of ascents and descents that end in a camp at
over 4,600 meters. It might be difficult, and you may feel some discomfort, but in order to successfully
acclimate to the altitude you have to spend at least 1–2 hours here, so this is where lunch will be.
Then you will descend to Barranco Camp (3,960 m). Here you can see the famous Barranco Wall,
impressive in both its massive size and steepness! Next day you will be climbing it, but don't worry: it
features a very simple hiking trail.
Note:
If one or more participants feel sick, the group may refrain from passing the Lava Tower and adjust the
route, following instead the road for porters. In this case you will not reach an altitude of 4,630 meters,
getting up only to a maximum of 4,400 meters.

Early wakeup, breakfast and the start of summiting Barranco Wall (we recommend you leave the camp
as early as possible to avoid crowds of the other groups). Hiking up the gorge wall is not difficult and
only takes around an hour. After the climb you can have a rest and take photos in front of the Kibo
volcano.

Then you start a more difficult hike to Karanga Camp, which features numerous ascents and descents
during the route, but don't worry: our guides are experts at choosing an optimal pace for the group.
After reaching the camp you will be offered a warm lunch. After a couple of hours, you will have to
complete an acclimatization hike in the direction of Barafu Camp with a 200-meter gain in altitude, and
then descent back down to the camp.
Acclimatization hike:
Change in Elevation: Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — Destination point end route to Barafu Camp (4,270 m)
Hiking distance: 2.5 km
Hiking time: 1–2 hours.

In the morning after breakfast you begin your way to Barafu Summit Camp (4,640 m), the starting point
for a night summiting Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Our team will set up a camp for you ahead of time,
including tents and sleeping bags, so you can relax. After regaining strength, you have to complete an
acclimatization hike towards the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp (4,800 m) and then back to Barafu
Camp, where you will be served a hot dinner. It is better to spend the remainder of the day resting and
sleeping before night summiting.
Acclimatization hike:
Change in Elevation: Barafu Camp (4,640 m) — Kosovo Camp (4,800 m)
Hiking distance: 2 km
Hiking time: 1–2 hours.

Departure from Barafu Camp (4,640 m) at night and the start of summiting Kilimanjaro: Uhuru Peak
(5,895 m). Technically the climb is relatively simple; however, the most challenging part is the high
altitude. Each pair of climbers will get a personal guide for the entire ascent to monitor your physical
and mental conditions. After your successful ascent to Uhuru Peak - the top of Mount Kilimanjaro and
the last point of the climb on the Lemosho Route, you can descend to the nearest glacier if desired. Then
you will return to Barafu Camp and after a 2-hour rest continue your descent to Millennium Camp
(3,820 m).
Note:
Don't forget that 90% of all accidents occur during the descent, including all broken arms and legs.
Please pay attention to your feet, as there is a high risk of damaging your toenails.

The camp is situated in a tropical rainforest. When you wake up, you will feel relief from the reduction
of the height and the satisfaction of reaching the summit. After a warm breakfast, you will head for the
park's exit: Mweka Gate (1,650 m). After your descent the whole group will gather to congratulate you,
followed by offering you a chance to share your opinions on the climb in the guestbook. Lastly, we will
present you with your commemorative certificates in our office and provide you a transfer back to the
hotel.

Rest in the hotel and transfer to the airport.
Note: Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM. In case you need a late check-out because of an evening flight,
there is the option to extend your hotel stay for an extra fee.