8 Days Kilimanjaro Climb – Lemosho Route Itinerary
Scenic. Challenging. Rewarding.
The Lemosho Route is one of the most beautiful and less-traveled paths up Mount Kilimanjaro. With excellent acclimatization and panoramic views, it offers a higher summit success rate and an unforgettable adventure.
Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Hotel (Optional)
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) – optional transfer to your hotel in Moshi or
Arusha for rest and briefing. (Hotel not included but available on request.)
Day 2: Lemosho Gate (2,100m) – Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820m)
Drive from Moshi/Arusha to Londorossi Gate (approx. 3–4 hours). Complete registration and begin trekking through dense rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Distance: 7 km | Time: 3–4 hrs | Habitat: Rainforest
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp – Shira 1 Camp (3,500m)
Hike across moorland, crossing several streams, before reaching Shira Plateau.
Distance: 8 km | Time: 5–6 hrs | Habitat: Moorland
Day 4: Shira 1 Camp – Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)
Gentle trek across the plateau with time to acclimatize and enjoy spectacular views.
Distance: 7 km | Time: 3–4 hrs | Habitat: Moorland
Day 5: Shira 2 Camp – Barranco Camp (3,950m) via Lava Tower (4,630m)
Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp.
Distance: 10 km | Time: 6–8 hrs | Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 6: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (3,995m)
Climb the Great Barranco Wall and trek through valleys to Karanga Camp.
Distance: 5 km | Time: 4–5 hrs | Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 7: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,673m)
A short but steep climb up to Barafu Camp. Early dinner and rest before summit night.
Distance: 4 km | Time: 3–4 hrs | Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 8: Summit Day – Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Start the final ascent at midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak by sunrise. Descend to Barafu for brunch, then continue down to Mweka Camp.
Distance: 15 km | Time: 12–14 hrs | Habitat: Arctic to Forest
Day 9: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Departure
Final descent to Mweka Gate. Collect your summit certificate and transfer back to Arusha/Moshi.
Distance: 10 km | Time: 3–4 hrs | Habitat: Rainforest
Safety Equipment:
- Emergency oxygen
- Pulse oximeter
- Hot drinks at every meal
- Clean drinking water (bottled on Day 1, boiled thereafter)
- Emergency rescue fees
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
- All meals on the mountain, prepared by our professional cook
- Salaries for guides, porters, and cook
- Ethical treatment of porters with adequate support
- Enough porters to carry your gear
- Personal Summit Certificate signed by the National Park and your guide
Excludes
- Personal items and toiletries
- Accommodation before and after the trek (available on request)
- Transfers before/after the climb (optional)
- Personal trekking gear (e.g., sleeping bags, hiking boots – available for rent)
- Tips for guide, porters, and cook
- International flights & taxes
- Travel insurance, visa fees, and personal expenses
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Communication expenses (e.g., phone, email)
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