8 Days / 7 Nights Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations
Mti Mkubwa / Shira 1 / Shira 2 / Barranco Camp / Karanga Camp / Barafu Camp / Mweka Camp / Mweka Gate to Hotel
Style
Mountain Trekking
Total hiking distance
100 km
About this Tour
Welcome to Kilimanjaro, an amazing place where majesty and adventure meet. You can reach Africa’s highest peak by taking the Lemosho Route. Imagine yourself on a less-traveled trail that snakes through a symphony of ecosystems, leads to breathtaking views, and ends in the victorious summit of Uhuru Peak as we present you to this incredible trek. Come along with us as we explore the Lemosho Route, an adventure that offers a once-in-a-lifetime Kilimanjaro experience.
Brief itinerary below
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport – Moshi
After breakfast and the briefing, take a three-hour journey to Londorossi Park Gate. Lemosho Glades can be reached by a woodland track that requires a 4WD vehicle. To reach the Mti Mkubwa (large tree) campground, stroll over woodland trails.
Destination
Moshi
Meals Plan
Lunch and Dinner
Overnight
Panama Garden Lodge
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
We proceed as the trail progressively steepens and enters the big heather moorland zone after breakfast. We cross a number of streams before continuing across the Shira Ridge and slowly descending to Shira 1 Camp, which is situated by a stream on the Shira Plateau.
Eleveation
2650m/8700ft to 3500m/11,500ft
Distance
8km/5mi
Hiking Time
4-5 hours
Habitat
Moorland
Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Following breakfast, Shira 2 camp is located on moorland meadows near a stream after a leisurely walk across the plateau. This is a great day for acclimatisation because the Plateau offers a range of hikes.
Eleveation
3500m/11,500ft to 3850m/12,600ft
Distance
8km/5mi
Hiking Time
4-5 hours
Habitat
Moorland
Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp
We proceed eastward along a ridge from the Shira Plateau, passing the intersection and heading towards Kibo’s summit. As we proceed, we turn southeast in the direction of the Lava Tower, also known as the “Shark’s Tooth” (elevation 4650m/15,250ft). We reach the second intersection, which leads to the Arrow Glacier, shortly after the tower. We will now proceed to the Barranco Camp. This day is crucial for acclimatisation and will assist your body get ready for summit day, even though you finish the day at around the same elevation as you started.
Eleveation
3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft
Distance
8km/5mi
Hiking Time
5-6 hours
Habitat
Semi-desert
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Following breakfast, we depart from Barranco and proceed up the Barranco Wall on a rocky ridge to the Karanga Valley and the intersection with the Mweka Trail.
Eleveation
4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft
Distance
5km/3mi
Hiking Time
3-4 hours
Habitat
Alpine Desert
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
We keep going till we reach the Barafu Camp. You’ve finished the South Circuit, which provides a variety of perspectives of the top. Here, we set up camp, relax, eat dinner, and get ready for the big day.
Eleveation
4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft
Distance
4km/2mi
Hiking Time
3-4 hours
Habitat
Alpine Desert
Day 7: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
We proceed to the peak between the Ratzel and Rebmann glaciers quite early in the morning, between midnight and two in the morning. You travel northwest and climb through dense scree in the direction of Stella Point on the rim of the crater. This is the most physically and mentally taxing part of the journey. After taking a quick break at Stella Point, you will witness the most breathtaking dawn you have ever seen. Faster hikers can see the sunrise from the top.
The one-hour climb to the peak from Stella Point may be completely covered in snow.have reached the highest peak on both Mount Kilimanjaro and the African continent when you reach Uhuru Peak. After reaching the summit, we descend directly to the Mweka Camp, pausing for lunch at Barafu. Trekking poles and gaiters might be useful for the loose gravel on the way down. We spend our final evening on the mountain after arriving at Mweka Camp.
Eleveation
4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft Down to 3090m/10,150ft
Distance
5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
Hiking Time
5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
Habitat
Stone scree and ice-capped summit
Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel
We proceed down to the Mweka Park Gate to pick up your summit certificates after breakfast. It can be muddy and wet at lower elevations. Trekking poles and gaiters will be useful. It will likely be sufficient to wear shorts and t-shirts (have warmer clothes and rain gear on hand).
A Uprise Africa Tours car will be waiting for you at the Mweka gate to take you back to your Moshi accommodation, which will take about 60 minutes.
Eleveation
3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
Distance
10km/6mi
Hiking Time
3-4 hours
Habitat
Forest
INCLUDED
- All accommodations per itinerary
- All meals per itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- All tours and entrance fees per itinerary (unless listed as excluded)
- All transportation and transfers per itinerary
- National Park gate fees
- Transfers Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi to starting point on mountain and return to Moshi then Kilimanjaro Airport
- Hut fees
- Certified, experienced, English-speaking guides for all routes
- Salaries for all crew members
- Rescue fees (as required by national park)
- Tents, foam sleeping pads, cooking equipment, and eating utensils
- Oximeters
NOT INCLUDED
- International and domestic flights
- Meals not listed
- Beverages and alcohol
- Tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff
- Optional tours
- Single room supplement
- Personal expenses (visas, airport taxes, Internet, etc.)
- Tips for guides, porters, and cooks (budget $200-500/person)
- Sleeping bags and personal gear
- Single Supplement $80
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- Responsible Luxury & Comfort
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Turn Your Kilimanjaro Dream into Reality
With our Kilimanjaro trekking experiences, every climb is designed around you. You have the freedom to choose your preferred route, pace, and level of challenge. Our sample itineraries are flexible and can be fully customized to match your goals—whether you seek a steady summit approach, a scenic journey through diverse landscapes, or a deeply rewarding personal achievement on Africa’s highest peak.
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