Climb Kilimanjaro 8-Day Lemosho Route with Stunning Scenic Views

Duration8 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Chinese, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Lemosho route is considered one of the easier routes on Kilimanjaro, as its longer itinerary allows for better acclimatization. However, hikers will still need to ascend the Barranco Wall and climb steeply on summit night.

The 8-day Lemosho climb gives one of the highest success rates, rather than trying to squeeze the climb into 7 days. The extra day allows for a shorter pre-summit day, meaning that you arrive at base camp by lunchtime, fuel up with food, and tuck up in your tent to rest for what will be a tough summit ascent starting at midnight.

Experienced and already acclimatised mountaineers may opt for the more difficult 7-day ascent along the Lemosho route.

No technical climbing is required, but a good level of fitness is recommended.

What's included

Fresh Water for drinking & Hot water for a wash daily
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
Breakfast
Camping equipment (tents, camp chairs, tables & sleeping mattress)
Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook + Their Wages
Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only – not as summit aid) and Basic first aid kit

Visas & Flights
Travel & Health Insurances (Yellow fiver vaccination is compulsory)
Gratuities/Tip
Items of Personal Nature
Personal hiking/trekking gear–you opt to rent the gears from equipment stores in Moshi
Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet
Personal medicine and water purifying tablets
Meals & drinks not specified and snacks

What to expect

Day 1: Moshi to – Londorossi Gate (2100m) – Big Tree Camp (2750m)

4h · Admission ticket included

After breakfast, transfer to Londorossi Gate for registration. Begin trekking through the lush rainforest, arriving at Mti Mkubwa.

Elevation: 2,100m to 2,780m
Trekking Time: 3-4 hours

Day 2: Big Tree Camp (2750m) – Shira 1 Camp (3540m)

6h · Admission ticket included

Continue through the rainforest, reaching the Shira Plateau and enjoying the first glimpse of Kibo Peak. Arrive at Shira 1 Camp for the night.

Elevation: 2,780m to 3,500m
Trekking Time: 5-6 hours

Day 3: Shira 1 (3540m) – Shira 2 (3840m)

5h · Admission ticket included

A gentle trek across the Shira Plateau, where you’ll experience panoramic views of Mount Meru and the surrounding wilderness. Spend the night at Shira 2 Camp.

Elevation: 3,500m to 3,850m
Trekking Time: 4-5 hours

Day 4: Shira Two Camp - Lava Tower ( 4600)-Barranco Camp (3950m)

7h · Admission ticket included

Trek across semi-desert terrain to the Lava Tower (4,600m) for acclimatization, then descend to the scenic Barranco Camp nestled under the Barranco Wall.

Elevation: 3,850m to 3,900m via 4,600m
Trekking Time: 6-7 hours

Day 5: Barranco Camp (3950m) – Karanga Camp (4235m)

5h · Admission ticket included

Climb the Barranco Wall, a challenging but rewarding section of the route. Hike to Karanga Camp, offering great acclimatization for the summit push.

Elevation: 3,900m to 4,035m
Trekking Time: 4-5 hours

Day 6: Karanga Camp (4235m) – Barafu Hut (4600)

5h

Ascend to Barafu Camp, your base camp for the summit push. Rest and prepare for the midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak.

Elevation: 4,035m to 4,673m
Trekking Time: 4-5 hours

Day 7: Summit attempt Barafu Camp (4600m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Mweka (3100m)

14h

Start your summit attempt around midnight. Reach the highest point, Uhuru Peak (5,895m), by sunrise. After celebrating at the Roof of Africa, descend to Mweka Camp for the night.

Elevation: 4,673m to 5,895m (summit), then down to 3,068m
Trekking Time: 12-14 hours

Day 8: Mweka Camp (3100m) – Mweka Gate (1980m)

3h

A final descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Celebrate your achievement with a certificate and transfer back to Moshi for a well-deserved rest.

It is here on the mountain that you will present your tips to the guide, assistant guides, chef(s), and porters. After celebrating, you will descend for three hours back to Mweka Gate. The National Park requires all hikers to sign their names to receive certificates of completion. Hikers who reached Stella Point (5685m) receive green certificates and hikers who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates. You will be served a hot lunch then you will drive back to Moshi for long overdue showers and more celebrations.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Kindly inform us of your spot (It may be a hotel, a restaurant, a bus stop etc.) and with our excellent knowledge of the region, we will reach you.

End point

Kindly inform us of your spot (It may be a hotel, a restaurant, a bus stop etc.) and with our excellent knowledge of the region, we will reach you.

Pickup details

Our Airport Pick-up Team always have a paper with your name on it; kindly observe right after coming out to spot her/him/them

Additional information

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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