Lemosho approaches Kilimanjaro from the quieter western side, crossing genuine wilderness with a chance of forest wildlife sightings before joining the southern circuit. With 8 days on the mountain, it offers one of the best acclimatization profiles — and summit success rates — of any route.
Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route — 8 Days
- 8 Days
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$2,450.00
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Description
Duration
8 Days
Group Size
1-12 people
Highlights
Lemosho approaches Kilimanjaro from the quieter western side, crossing genuine wilderness with a chance of forest wildlife sightings before joining the southern circuit. With 8 days on the mountain, it offers one of the best acclimatization profiles — and summit success rates — of any route.
Included
- Kilimanjaro National Park fees and rescue fees
- Professional mountain guides
- Porters and cook (KPAP fair-treatment standards)
- All meals on the mountain
- Camping/hut accommodation as per route
- Camping and safety equipment
- Airport transfers
- Pre-climb briefing
Excluded
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel & evacuation insurance
- Tips for the mountain crew
- Personal climbing gear rental
- Hotel nights before/after the climb
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,780m)
Drive to the gate, trek through montane forest, ~6km.
Day 2 - Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp (3,505m)
Climb out of the forest onto the Shira Plateau moorland, ~8km.
Day 3 - Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)
Gentle walk across the plateau with panoramic views of Kibo, ~10km.
Day 4 - Shira 2 to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (3,960m)
Acclimatization hike to Lava Tower (4,630m), descend to Barranco Camp.
Day 5 - Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (3,995m)
Scramble up the Barranco Wall, short trekking day to Karanga.
Day 6 - Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,673m)
Trek to base camp, rest and prepare for the summit push.
Day 7 - Summit via Stella Point & Uhuru Peak, descend to Mweka Camp
Midnight departure for Uhuru Peak (5,895m), descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m).
Day 8 - Descend to Mweka Gate
Final descent, certificates, transfer to your hotel.
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