The 8 days Lemosho route is considered the most scenic and comfortable trail from the western side of the mountain , granting panoramic vistas on various sides of the mountain. As one of the newer routes, Lemosho is a superb choice for your climb. It is our preferred route due to its ideal balance of low crowds, beautiful scenery, and a high summit success rate. AmaKilimanjaro specializes in guiding the Lemosho route. Most of our clients 8 days climb Kilimanjaro using this route. They consistently report that they loved it as more gengle compared to 7 days of climbing on this route.. Thus, Lemosho is highly recommended.
The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the west, beginning with a long drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate. From there, the first two days are spent trekking through the rain forest to Shira Ridge. The Lemosho route crosses the entire Shira Plateau from west to east in a pleasant, relatively flat hike. Crowds are low until the route joins the Machame route near Lava Tower. Then the route traverses underneath Kilimanjaro’s Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. Descent is made via the Mweka route.
Elevation: 2,100m → 2,650m
Distance: 7 km | Time: 3–4 hours
Begin your climb from the western side of Kilimanjaro at Lemosho Gate.
Trek through lush rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Highlights: Rainforest, peaceful start
Activities : Trekking
Elevation: 2,650m → 3,500m
Distance: 8 km | Time: 5–6 hours
Leave the forest and enter moorland, crossing the Shira Plateau to Shira 1 Camp.
Highlights: Shira Plateau, wide landscapes
Activities : Trekking
Elevation: 3,500m → 3,840m
Distance: 7 km | Time: 3–4 hours
A gentle trek across the plateau to Shira 2 Camp with stunning views.
This day helps with acclimatization.
Highlights: Acclimatization, scenic plateau
Activities : Trekking
Elevation: 3,840m → 4,630m → 3,960m
Distance: 10 km | Time: 6–8 hours
Trek to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp.
A key day for altitude adjustment.
Highlights: Lava Tower, Barranco Valley
Activities : Trekking
Elevation: 3,960m → 4,035m
Distance: 5 km | Time: 4–5 hours
Climb Barranco Wall and continue to Karanga Camp.
A shorter day for rest and acclimatization.
Highlights: Barranco Wall, panoramic views
Activities : Trekking
Elevation: 4,035m → 4,640m
Distance: 4 km | Time: 3–4 hours
Trek to Barafu Camp and prepare for your summit attempt.
Rest early for the midnight climb.
Highlights: Summit preparation
Activities : Trekking
Elevation: 4,640m → 5,895m → 3,100m
Distance: 17 km | Time: 10–14 hours
Begin your summit attempt at midnight. Reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, then descend to Mweka Camp for overnight.
Highlights: Uhuru Peak, sunrise, achievement
Activities : Trekking
Elevation: 3,100m → 1,640m
Distance: 10 km | Time: 3–4 hours
Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate.
Receive your summit certificate and transfer back to Arusha.
Highlights: Certificate ceremony, forest descent
Activities : Trekking
| No of pax | Age Limit | Price per pax (Rs) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | Above 12 years | $ 2200 / Adult( With Tax ) |
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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