What sets our tour apart is the private experience, giving you personalized support and flexibility throughout the climb. The 8-day Lemosho Route is the most scenic and one of the most successful routes on Mount Kilimanjaro, thanks to its gradual ascent and excellent acclimatization. Starting in remote wilderness, the route offers breathtaking landscapes, fewer crowds, and a truly immersive adventure—maximizing comfort, safety, and your chances of reaching the summit.
Pickup Location: Confirm your hotel name and address at least 24 hours before pickup.
Pickup Time: Be ready 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
Identification: Look for a Kisaza Tours vehicle; our driver/guide will hold a sign with your name.
Luggage: Keep your Kilimanjaro gear separate from other bags for easy loading.
Airport Arrivals: If arriving the same day, our driver will wait at the arrivals area with your name sign.
Delays or Changes: Call or WhatsApp us immediately so we can adjust pickup accordingly.
Multiple Pickups: If collecting other climbers, expect up to 30 minutes extra before departure.
Weather Notice: In case of heavy rain, pickup location may shift slightly for easier vehicle access.
8-day Lemosho Kilimanjaro route that highlights the main experiences and sights for travelers: Embark on the stunning 8-day Lemosho Route, a scenic and less crowded path up Kilimanjaro. Begin your trek through lush montane rainforests, home to exotic birds and colobus monkeys. Ascend across the vast Shira Plateau, an ancient volcanic landscape with sweeping views. Pass the dramatic Lava Tower and tackle the thrilling Barranco Wall scramble. Experience alpine desert terrain with spectacular views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. On summit night, hike under the stars to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), Africa’s highest point, witnessing a breathtaking sunrise above the clouds. Descend through rich montane forests, spotting wildlife along the way. Celebrate your success with a Kilimanjaro certificate. This journey offers diverse landscapes, incredible wildlife, and a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for every climber.
After a good night’s sleep and a hearty breakfast, you will emerge from the rainforest and continue on an ascending path. You will leave the forest behind. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of the Shira Plateau. Temperatures begin to drop. 7.9km/5mi | 4-6hrs | Moorland Elevation: 2785m/9137ft to 3504m/11,496ft Altitude gained: 719m.
Today you will get the chance to view the Northern Ice fields from the western side of the mountain with some unusual views of Kibo. Our steady climb across the moorland of the Shira Plateau will help with acclimatization and we enjoy great panoramic views. Our destination today is the Shira 2 Camp. In the afternoon you will take an acclimatization walk then head back to camp for dinner and overnight. Distance covered: 8km / 5mi Approx. time taken: 5 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Your trek starts with an ascent with far-reaching panoramic views, walking in to the climatic zone of the upland desert and on the lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach. You will reach the distinct pinnacle of the Lava Tower (4640 m), our high point for the day and a great place to enjoy your lunch. In the afternoon we make a steep descent to our camp for the night, located in the base of the Great Barranco Valley (3960 m), sheltered by towering cliffs but with extensive views of the plains below. Distance covered: 10km / 6.2mi Approx. time taken: 7 hrs Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Our day starts by descending into the start of the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. We then exit steeply, up the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It’s a climb over rock, not technical but long and tiring. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley. From here we have a steep climb up from Karanga valley to our night’s camp at Karanga camp, set at 3963m. For those feeling strong we will go for a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek up to around 4200m before descending back to camp for the night. Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi Approx. time taken: 5 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Our day starts by descending into the start of the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. We then exit steeply, up the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It’s a climb over rock, not technical but long and tiring. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley. From here we have a steep climb up from Karanga valley to our night’s camp at Karanga camp, set at 3963m. For those feeling strong we will go for a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek up to around 4200m before descending back to camp for the night. Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi Approx. time taken: 5 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
We start off at around midnight, and walk steeply upwards to the summit glaciers. We will be climbing scree for 4 to 5 hours but gain incredible height over a short distance. The views are spectacular. We should be on the crater rim at Stella Point (5739m) as the first rays of the sun hit us. Spectacular ice cliffs within the crater surround us and the views to jagged Mawenzi peak and beyond are breathtaking. Another hour’s walking takes us to the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m). We begin our descent by returning to Stella Point and then descending on scree slope and track back to Barafu Camp for breakfast, before finally heading down to Millennium Camp for a long well-earned rest. Distance covered: 13.4km / 8.3mi Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
A gentle trek takes us down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where we complete park formalities and receive certificates, which you can hang up with pride! We are then met by our vehicles and return to the hotel in Moshi, where you can treat yourself to a hot welcome shower. Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5mi Approx. time taken: 6 hours Meals: Breakfast & lunch included
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