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Lemosho offers diverse and breathtaking landscapes, starting in the lush rainforest on the western side of the mountain, then transitioning through moorland, alpine desert, and finally to the glacier-capped summit. Each day brings a different environment and dramatic views. Unlike the more direct and crowded routes like Marangu or Machame, Lemosho begins in a remote western area, giving you a peaceful, less-trafficked start. The early days feel like a true wilderness experience.
Lemosho follows the “climb high, sleep low” principle, which helps with altitude acclimatization. The longer duration (typically 7 days) means your body gets more time to adjust, increasing your summit success rate. With use you get the following
100% success rate to Stella point
97% success rate to Uhuru peak
100% local professional team
Enthusiasm Kilimanjaro climbing
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Our Staff will have a sign post with the name of the client written in black and white
Our Staff will have a sign post with the name of the client written in black and white
Itinerary
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1
• Elevation: 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft • Distance: 6 km/3 miles • Hiking Time: 2-3 hours • Habitat: Forest We depart Moshi for Lemosho Gate, which takes about 4 hours; here we will complete entry formalities while guides and porters prepare equipment. We begin hiking through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
• Elevation: 9,498 ft to 12,500 ft • Distance: 7 km/4 miles • Hiking Time: 5 hours • Habitat: Heath We continue on the trail leading out of the rain forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 Camp for Lunch. Here we catch our first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
3
Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower • Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft • Distance: 7 km/4 miles • Hiking Time: 4-5 hours • Habitat: Alpine Desert Lava Tower to Barranco Camp • Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft • Distance: 3 km/2 miles • Hiking Time: 2-3 hours • Habitat: Alpine Desert We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization.
10 hours • Admission ticket free -
4
• Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft • Distance: 5 km/3 miles • Hiking Time: 4-5 hours • Habitat: Alpine Desert We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization.
4 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
• Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft • Distance: 4 km/2 miles • Hiking Time: 4-5 hours • Habitat: Alpine Desert We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
6
• Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 f Distance: 5 km/3 miles • Hiking Time: 7-8 hours • Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp • Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft • Distance: 12 km/7 miles • Hiking Time: 4-6 hours • Habitat: Rain Forest Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful.
12 hours • Admission ticket free -
7
• Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft • Distance: 10 km/6 miles • Hiking Time: 3-4 hours • Habitat: Rain Forest On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Shira Gate to Big tree Camp
Big Tree Camp to Shira 1 Camp
Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 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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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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