6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climb – Lemosho Route
A scenic and less crowded route with high success rates.
The Lemosho Route is one of the most beautiful trails on Kilimanjaro, offering breathtaking views and a variety of landscapes. Although typically done in 7 or 8 days for better acclimatization, the 6-day option is a fast-paced trek suitable for experienced climbers with good fitness levels.
Day 1: Lemosho Gate (2,100m) – Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820m)
Drive to the western side of Kilimanjaro and hike through lush rainforest to the first campsite.
Distance: 7 km | Duration: 3–4 hours | Habitat: Rainforest
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa – Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)
Trek across moorland to Shira Plateau with stunning views of Kibo Peak.
Distance: 16 km | Duration: 7–8 hours | Habitat: Moorland
Day 3: Shira 2 Camp – Barranco Camp (3,976m)
Ascend to Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp.
Distance: 10 km | Duration: 6–7 hours | Habitat: Semi-desert
Day 4: Barranco Camp – Barafu Camp (4,673m)
Climb the Barranco Wall and traverse through Karanga Valley to reach Barafu Camp.
Distance: 9 km | Duration: 8–9 hours
Day 5: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Start your summit attempt at midnight, reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, then descend to Mweka Camp.
Distance: 17 km | Duration: 12–14 hours
Day 6: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Transfer to Moshi/Arusha
Final descent through rainforest to the gate. Receive your summit certificate and transfer to your hotel.
Distance: 10 km | Duration: 3–4 hours
Includes
- Private transportation to and from the selected route
- Airport pick-up
- Quality, waterproof four-season private mountain sleeping tents
- Certified, experienced English-speaking mountain guides (other languages on request – $25/day supplement)
- All Kilimanjaro National Park fees, taxes, and climbing permits
- Government taxes
- All meals on the mountain, prepared by our professional cook
- Salaries for guides, porters, and cook
- Fair porter treatment
- Emergency oxygen & pulse oximeter
- Boiled drinking water & hot drinks
- Personal Summit Certificate
Excludes
- Accommodation before/after the trek (optional add-on)
- Personal trekking gear (e.g., sleeping bags, hiking boots – available for rent)
- Tips for guide, porters, and cook
- International flights & visa
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
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