6 Days Lemosho Route
This compact Lemosho plan brings together the western approach, the Shira Plateau, the southern circuit, and a summit attempt in six mountain days. Arrival and departure arrangements are discussed separately.
The shorter schedule includes longer combined stages and less time on the mountain than the seven- and eight-day options. Discuss your experience, preparation, and preferred pace with the Hill Trust team before choosing a plan.
Six-day itinerary outline
This is a proposed route outline. Confirm the final itinerary, camp arrangements, and transfers with our team when planning your climb.
Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Complete the entry arrangements, then begin the forest walk to Mti Mkubwa, also known as Big Tree Camp.
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 2 Camp
Continue out of the forest and across the Shira Plateau, passing the Shira 1 area before reaching Shira 2.
Day 3: Shira 2 to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Follow the higher trail toward Lava Tower, then descend into the Barranco valley for the night.
Day 4: Barranco to Barafu Camp via Karanga
Cross the Barranco Wall and continue through Karanga toward Barafu. This compact plan combines stages that are separated on longer itineraries.
Day 5: Barafu to Uhuru Peak, then Mweka Camp
Begin the summit attempt with your guides, return through Barafu, and descend to Mweka Camp for the night.
Day 6: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Finish the descent through the forest to Mweka Gate, followed by the arranged transfer.
Plan the details of your climb
Request a quotation for your dates and group size. Review the included park and camping arrangements, mountain crew, meals, equipment, transfers, and hotel nights before confirming your booking.
Ask separately about flights, visas, insurance, equipment rental, and crew gratuities. The final quotation sets out what is included and excluded.
Compare the Lemosho options
Prefer more time on the route? Explore the 7 Days Lemosho Route and 8 Days Lemosho Route, or return to the Lemosho route overview.
Read about the route stages in this Lemosho route reference, then discuss your six-day proposal with Hill Trust.
