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The Lemosho route is considered one of the easier routes on Kilimanjaro, as its longer itinerary allows for better acclimatization. However, hikers will still need to ascend the Barranco Wall and climb steeply on summit night.
The 8-day Lemosho climb gives one of the highest success rates, rather than trying to squeeze the climb into 7 days. The extra day allows for a shorter pre-summit day, meaning that you arrive at base camp by lunchtime, fuel up with food, and tuck up in your tent to rest for what will be a tough summit ascent starting at midnight.
Experienced and already acclimatised mountaineers may opt for the more difficult 7-day ascent along the Lemosho route.
No technical climbing is required, but a good level of fitness is recommended.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Our Airport Pick-up Team always have a paper with your name on it; kindly observe right after coming out to spot her/him/them
Kindly inform us of your spot (It may be a hotel, a restaurant, a bus stop etc.) and with our excellent knowledge of the region, we will reach you.
Itinerary
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1
After breakfast, transfer to Londorossi Gate for registration. Begin trekking through the lush rainforest, arriving at Mti Mkubwa. Elevation: 2,100m to 2,780m Trekking Time: 3-4 hours
4 hours • Admission ticket included -
2
Continue through the rainforest, reaching the Shira Plateau and enjoying the first glimpse of Kibo Peak. Arrive at Shira 1 Camp for the night. Elevation: 2,780m to 3,500m Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
6 hours • Admission ticket included -
3
A gentle trek across the Shira Plateau, where you’ll experience panoramic views of Mount Meru and the surrounding wilderness. Spend the night at Shira 2 Camp. Elevation: 3,500m to 3,850m Trekking Time: 4-5 hours
5 hours • Admission ticket included -
4
Trek across semi-desert terrain to the Lava Tower (4,600m) for acclimatization, then descend to the scenic Barranco Camp nestled under the Barranco Wall. Elevation: 3,850m to 3,900m via 4,600m Trekking Time: 6-7 hours
7 hours • Admission ticket included -
5
Climb the Barranco Wall, a challenging but rewarding section of the route. Hike to Karanga Camp, offering great acclimatization for the summit push. Elevation: 3,900m to 4,035m Trekking Time: 4-5 hours
5 hours • Admission ticket included -
6
Ascend to Barafu Camp, your base camp for the summit push. Rest and prepare for the midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak. Elevation: 4,035m to 4,673m Trekking Time: 4-5 hours
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
7
Start your summit attempt around midnight. Reach the highest point, Uhuru Peak (5,895m), by sunrise. After celebrating at the Roof of Africa, descend to Mweka Camp for the night. Elevation: 4,673m to 5,895m (summit), then down to 3,068m Trekking Time: 12-14 hours
14 hours • Admission ticket free -
8
A final descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Celebrate your achievement with a certificate and transfer back to Moshi for a well-deserved rest. It is here on the mountain that you will present your tips to the guide, assistant guides, chef(s), and porters. After celebrating, you will descend for three hours back to Mweka Gate. The National Park requires all hikers to sign their names to receive certificates of completion. Hikers who reached Stella Point (5685m) receive green certificates and hikers who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates. You will be served a hot lunch then you will drive back to Moshi for long overdue showers and more celebrations.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Moshi to – Londorossi Gate (2100m) – Big Tree Camp (2750m)
Big Tree Camp (2750m) – Shira 1 Camp (3540m)
Shira 1 (3540m) – Shira 2 (3840m)
Shira Two Camp - Lava Tower ( 4600)-Barranco Camp (3950m)
Barranco Camp (3950m) – Karanga Camp (4235m)
Karanga Camp (4235m) – Barafu Hut (4600)
Summit attempt Barafu Camp (4600m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Mweka (3100m)
Mweka Camp (3100m) – Mweka Gate (1980m)
Additional info
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 3 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 3 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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