8-Days Lemosho Route Trek - Kilimanjaro Climb Tour

Kilimanjaro - Moshi

260,524 Price (per person)
8D / 7N Tour Duration
Budget Tour Type

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Package Overview

The Lemosho Route is one of the most scenic and remote routes to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. This 8-day trek provides gradual acclimatization, increasing your chance of reaching the summit successfully. Hike through lush rainforests, moorlands, alpine deserts, and glacier landscapes, while enjoying panoramic views of the mountain and surrounding valleys. Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights Trek Type: Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route – Moderate to Challenging Starting Point: Londorossi / Lemosho Gate, Kilimanjaro National Park Ending Point: Mweka Gate / Moshi

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Day wise Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival In Moshi / Arusha

Arrive at Moshi or Arusha. Meet your trekking team and guide, attend a briefing covering trek logistics, safety, and gear. Overnight at your hotel. Meals: Dinner Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi / Arusha

Activities : Trekking
Day 2 Londorossi / Lemosho Gate To Big Tree Camp (2,100 M – 2,800 M)

Start your trek from Lemosho Gate, trekking through dense rainforest. Enjoy rich flora and fauna, including monkeys and birds. Reach Big Tree Camp for overnight rest. Trek Distance: ~11 km / 7 miles Trekking Time: 5–6 hours Terrain: Forest Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Tent / Camp at Big Tree Camp

Activities : Trekking
Day 3 Big Tree Camp To Shira 1 Camp (2,800 M – 3,500 M)

Shira Plateau

Ascend gradually into the alpine moorland, crossing streams and open plains. Reach Shira 1 Camp, offering views of Shira Plateau and Kilimanjaro’s peaks. Trek Distance: ~10 km / 6 miles Trekking Time: 5–6 hours Terrain: Moorland Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Tent / Camp at Shira 1 Camp

Activities : Trekking
Day 4 Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 / Moir Camp (3,500 M – 3,850 M)

Continue trekking across the plateau, enjoying the unique high-altitude landscape. Settle at Shira 2 / Moir Camp for acclimatization and rest. Trek Distance: ~8 km / 5 miles Trekking Time: 4–5 hours Terrain: Moorland and rocky slopes Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Tent / Camp at Shira 2 / Moir Camp

Activities : Trekking
Day 5 Shira 2 / Moir Camp To Barranco Camp (3,850 M – 3,950 M)

Trek over ridges and valleys, approaching the Barranco Wall, a dramatic rock face. Overnight at Barranco Camp beneath the wall. Trek Distance: ~10 km / 6 miles Trekking Time: 5–6 hours Terrain: Rocky and alpine desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Tent / Camp at Barranco Camp

Activities : Trekking
Day 6 Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp (3,950 M – 4,035 M)

Climb the Barranco Wall, a moderate scramble, then descend slightly to Karanga Camp. Rest and prepare for the summit attempt. Trek Distance: ~5 km / 3 miles Trekking Time: 4–5 hours Terrain: Rocky and alpine desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Tent / Camp at Karanga Camp

Activities : Trekking
Day 7 Karanga Camp To Uhuru Peak (4,035 M – 5,895 M) And Descent To Barafu Camp

Uhuru Peak

Start around midnight for the summit push. Trek through scree, alpine desert, and glaciers to reach Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point, at sunrise. After celebrating, descend to Barafu Camp or Mweka Camp for overnight rest. Trek Distance: ~16 km / 10 miles (round-trip) Trekking Time: 10–14 hours Terrain: Alpine desert, scree, rocky summit Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Tent / Camp at Barafu / Mweka Camp

Activities : Trekking
Day 8 Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate / Moshi

Descend through forested slopes to Mweka Gate, completing your trek. Receive your summit certificate and transfer to Moshi or onward travel. Trek Distance: ~12 km / 7 miles Trekking Time: 4–5 hours Terrain: Forest Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi / onward travel

Activities : Trekking