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Experience one of the most scenic and successful ways to climb Mount Kilimanjaro with our 8 Days Lemosho Route Trek. Known for its outstanding beauty, excellent acclimatization profile, and high summit success rate, the Lemosho Route offers an unforgettable journey to Uhuru Peak (5,895m / 19,341ft), the highest point in Africa. This carefully planned eight-day itinerary allows climbers to ascend gradually, maximizing comfort, safety, and the chances of reaching the summit successfully.
Starting on the remote western side of Mount Kilimanjaro, the Lemosho Route passes through diverse landscapes including lush rainforest, heath and moorland, alpine desert, and the glacier-covered summit zone. Along the way, trekkers enjoy spectacular views, dramatic scenery, rich biodiversity, and some of the most breathtaking panoramas found on any Kilimanjaro route.
Why Choose the 8 Days Lemosho Route?The 8 Days Lemosho Route is widely regarded as one of the best Kilimanjaro climbing routes thanks to its combination of stunning scenery, gradual acclimatization, and excellent summit success rates. The extra day on the mountain provides more time for altitude adjustment, helping reduce the risk of altitude sickness while improving overall trekking performance and enjoyment.
Recommended by experienced mountain guides, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of adventure and comfort. Climbers can fully appreciate the beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro at a relaxed pace while giving themselves the best possible opportunity to reach the Roof of Africa and create memories that will last a lifetime. For Complete Itinerary and Details for the 8-Day Kilimanjaro Climb via the Lemosho Route, click the link below.
DAY-1 : MOSHI TOWN-LEMOSHO GATE TO MTI MKUBWA.
Starting 900m Moshi Town.
Ending 1800m Londorosi Gate.
Altitude gain 900m.
Driving distance 85 km.
Driving hours 2-3 Hours.
After breakfast, depart from Moshi and drive to Londorosi Gate for registration before continuing to the Lemosho trailhead. Surrounded by the lush rainforest of Mount Kilimanjaro, this marks the beginning of your unforgettable trekking adventure. Enjoy beautiful scenery and your first views of the mountain while the climbing team prepares for the journey ahead.
Following final preparations, you will begin the trek through dense rainforest filled with towering trees, colorful birdlife, and black-and-white colobus monkeys. The trail gradually ascends to Mti Mkubwa Camp, where you will enjoy dinner and spend your first night on Mount Kilimanjaro.
LEMOSHO TO MTI MKUBWA CAMP.
Starting 1800m Lemosho Gate.
Ending 2750m Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Altitude gain today 1200m.
Trekking distance 6kms.
Walking hours 3-4 hours.
Overnight hut Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Elevation Zone Rainforest/MontaneForest.
The trek follows a scenic rainforest trail rich in biodiversity and natural beauty. As you climb through the forest, you may encounter colobus monkeys, unique bird species, and a variety of tropical plants before reaching Mti Mkubwa Camp for an overnight stay.
This section of the route offers a gentle introduction to the climb and allows trekkers to experience Kilimanjaro’s beautiful lower slopes while gradually gaining altitude.
DAY-2 : MTI MKUBWA CAMP TO SHIRA ONE (1) CAMP.
Starting 2750m Mti Mkubwa Camp
Ending 3620m Shira One (1) Camp
Altitude gain today 870m
Trekking distance 7kms
Walking hours 5-6 hours
Overnight hut Shira One (1)
Elevation Zone Heather and Moorland
Leaving the rainforest behind, the trail climbs through heather and moorland vegetation towards the vast Shira Plateau. Enjoy spectacular views of Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro’s western glaciers while crossing one of the mountain’s most scenic areas.
Upon arrival at Shira One Camp, relax and enjoy the breathtaking surroundings while your body continues adjusting to the increasing altitude.
DAY-3: SHIRA ONE (1) CAMP TO SHIRA TWO (2) CAMP .
Starting 3620m Shira One (1) Camp
Ending 3950m Shira Two (2)Camp
Altitude gain today 330 m
Trekking distance 9 km
Walking hours 4-5 hours via Shira peak 3820m
Overnight hut Shira Two (2) Camp
Elevation Zone Moorland and Alpine Desert zone
Today's trek crosses the beautiful Shira Plateau with stunning views of Kibo Peak, Shira Cathedral, and Mount Meru. The route offers a gradual ascent, making it an excellent acclimatization day.
As you approach Shira Two Camp, enjoy the changing landscape and unique alpine vegetation while preparing for the higher elevations ahead.
DAY-4 ; SHIRA TWO CAMP TO BARANCO CAMP
Starting 3950m Shira Two
Acclimatization 4600m Lava Tower
Ending 3920m Baranco Camp
Altitude gain today 980m
Trekking distance 10kms
Walking hours 6-7 hours
Overnight hut Baranco Camp
Elevation Zone Moorland and semi-desert zone
Today is an important acclimatization day. The trail ascends steadily to Lava Tower at 4,600m before descending to Barranco Camp. This "climb high, sleep low" strategy significantly improves your chances of reaching the summit successfully.
Barranco Camp is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful camps on Kilimanjaro, offering spectacular views of the Barranco Wall and surrounding valleys.
DAY-5 ; BARRANCO CAMP TO KARANGA HUT.
Starting 3920m Baranco Camp
Acclimatization 4280m Top of Barranco
Ending 4010m Karanga Camp
Altitude gain today 270 m
Trekking distance 5 km
Walking hours 4-5 hours
Overnight hut Karanga Camp
Elevation Zone Moorland and Alpine Desert zone
After breakfast, climbers tackle the famous Barranco Wall, one of Kilimanjaro’s most exciting highlights. The climb is non-technical and rewards trekkers with breathtaking views across the mountain.
The trail then traverses ridges and valleys before reaching Karanga Camp, where you will rest and continue acclimatizing before the final ascent to base camp.
DAY-6 ; KARANGA CAMP TO BARAFU CAMP.
Starting 4010m Karanga Camp
Ending 4600m Barafu Camp
Altitude gain today 590m
Trekking distance 4kms
Walking hours 3-4 hours
Overnight hut Barafu Camp
Elevation Zone alpine-desert zone
Today's trek leads to Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit attempt. The route crosses a dramatic alpine desert landscape with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys.
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch, rest, and prepare your equipment for the midnight summit climb. An early dinner is served before retiring to your tent for a few hours of sleep.
DAY-7 : BARAFU CAMP TO SUMMIT BACK TO BARAFU CAMP
Starting 4600m Barafu Camp
Via Stella 5720m Stella point
Ending elevation 5895m UHURU PEAK
Altitude gain today 1295m
Trekking distance 5-7kms
Walking hours 6-8 hours
Elevation Zone desert zone ice-capped summit
Just after midnight, begin the final ascent towards Stella Point and Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Reaching the summit at sunrise is an unforgettable achievement and the highlight of your Kilimanjaro adventure.
After celebrating at Uhuru Peak and taking photographs, descend carefully back to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing to Mweka Camp.
BARAFU CAMP TO MWEKA CAMP
Starting 4600m Barafu Camp
Ending 3100M Mweka Camp
Altitude Lost today 1500m
Trekking distance 7kms
Walking hours 3-4 hours
Overnight hut Mweka Camp
Elevation Zone moorland and alpine-desert zone
Following your summit success, continue descending through alpine desert and moorland landscapes towards Mweka Camp. Although it is a long day, the excitement of standing on the Roof of Africa makes every step worthwhile.
Enjoy a well-deserved dinner and overnight stay while reflecting on your incredible achievement.
DAY-8; MWEKA CAMP TO MWEKA GATE TO MOSHI TOWN
Starting 3100M Mweka Camp
Ending 1820M Mweka Gate
Altitude Lost today 1280m
Trekking distance 8kms
Walking hours 2-3 hours
Overnight hut Moshi Town
Elevation Zone Rain forest zone
Your final day follows a scenic trail through Kilimanjaro’s lush rainforest. Upon reaching Mweka Gate, successful climbers receive their summit certificates and officially complete their Kilimanjaro adventure.
After receiving your certificate, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha for a hot shower, celebration, and well-deserved rest. The tourist will have to pay $2485.00(P/P) price based on 2 person include the following services as it listed on the table below. for any query please call us or send us a message for clarifications from our team. Book This Package Now
Airport pickup on arrival and return on departure time .
2 Nights hotels, meaning full one before climb and after climb.
All transfers to the mountain and back to Moshi town.
Professional, experienced, mountain guides, cookers, and porters
Guides, Porters, and Cooker salaries.
waterproof, four-season mountain sleeping tents (on twin sharing basis).
Sleeping Mattress.
Emergency Oxygen Cylinder.
Three meals on Mountain (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Purified or Boilled drinking water while on the Mountain.
Mess tents with tables and outdoor chairs.
VAT (18% ) and All government fees.
Tanzania Visa.
Hotels and Transfers (available as an optional add-on).
Personal trekking equipment such as sleeping bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for rent in here Tanzania too; don't stress if you forget some of the trekking equipment).
Tips and gratuities (Recommended Tipping Amount Per Day; Head guide $20++; Ass.Guide $18++;, cooker $15++;, Summit Porter $12++;, Waiter $12++;,
Porter $10++;).
Portable flush toilet with the toilet tent as an add-on, please see we will need you to pay an extra 150$ per toilet.
Travel insurance.
Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.).
Meals not listed in the itinerary.
Liquors, beers, and bottled beverages.
Lemosho is extremely beautiful and offers a partly untouched landscape as well as varied flora and fauna. Also for the best successful climb.
Machame Route is the second most popular route to summit Mt.Kili after the Lemosho route, the route approaches from south-west.
Marangu route is widely known as a Coca-Cola route due to its easiest and comfortability, the only way offer hut and beds on the mountain.
The Rongai route the easiest route and best during the rainy season since it receives less rainfall compared to other routes.
The Shira route starts relatively high above sea level and is, therefore, a less frequented route as it offers the poorest acclimatization.
Umbwe route is the very Challenging and hardest route to Mount Kili, It is for experienced hikers want to test their fitness.
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro can be accomplished via several routes, including the Lemosho route, which typically takes 7 days, and the Marangu route, which can be completed in 5 days. Other routes, such as Shira, Rongai, Machame, and Umbwe, generally require around 6 days. Many climbers face time constraints, leading them to choose shorter itineraries. While some clients may prioritize cost savings, this is less common. Most of those who choose to pick fewer days have a time limit and have no choice other than to select a shorter hike.
A significant number of climbers make poor choices due to inadequate information regarding the importance of acclimatization protocols and their impact on summit success rates. Some individuals are physically fit but are eager to test their limits without spending excessive time on the mountain. It is crucial to recognize that each climber assumes their own risks regarding the challenges and potential failures in reaching their destination. However, the experience of climbing should be enjoyed from the entrance gate to the summit, not solely focused on reaching the top of Kilimanjaro. If you need further adjustments or have additional text to revise, feel free to share!
short but steep climb up grassy slopes offers superb views of this wilderness area. The vegetation zone ends shortly as reach a camp.
The Shira route crosses the entire Shira Plateau from west to east in a pleasant, relatively flat hike but has less acclimatization protocol.
Very challenging, steepest, and hardest of all Mount Kilimanjaro routes. this is for experienced hikers want to test their fitness.
Lemosho Route considered to be the most scenic trail on Mount Kilimanjaro but 7 days, in a second day of our climb will be challenging.
Machame route is considered a difficult choice for 6 days since is very challenging and offers the poorest acclimatization protocol.
5 days Marangu route is a shortest and most Cheapest options to climb mount Kilimanjaro but hard and has high risk of failure to climb.