Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route
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Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

Scenic 8-day Lemosho route with excellent acclimatization and high summit success rate.

Best time: Jan-Mar | Jun-OctGroup: 2-12 people

Overview

The Lemosho Route is considered one of the most beautiful trails on Kilimanjaro, offering excellent acclimatization profiles and spectacular scenery from rainforest to arctic summit.

Highlights

Excellent acclimatization profile
Scenic varied landscapes
Low traffic route
High summit success rate
Professional mountain guides

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Lemosho Gate to Forest Camp

Drive to Lemosho Gate, register and begin trek through rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650m).

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Forest Camp
Day 2

Forest Camp to Shira 1

Trek through heath and moorland zone to Shira 1 Camp (3,610m) with views of Shira Cathedral.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp
Day 3

Shira 1 to Shira 2

Gentle trek across Shira Plateau to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m) for acclimatization and spectacular views.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Shira 2 Camp
Day 4

Shira 2 to Barranco Camp

Trek to Lava Tower (4,600m) for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp (3,950m) via Barranco Wall.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Barranco Camp
Day 5

Barranco to Karanga Camp

Climb Barranco Wall, then trek to Karanga Camp (4,000m) through alpine desert scenery.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Karanga Camp
Day 6

Karanga to Barafu Camp

Trek to Barafu Camp (4,600m), preparing for summit attempt. Early dinner and rest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Barafu Camp
Day 7

Summit Attempt and Descent

Midnight start for Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mweka Camp
Day 8

Descent to Mweka Gate

Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640m). Transfer to hotel for celebration.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

What's Included

  • Professional mountain guides and porters
  • All park fees and rescue fees
  • Camping equipment and meals
  • Airport transfers
  • Celebration dinner

What's Excluded

  • International flights
  • Personal climbing gear
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for crew

What to Bring

Warm sleeping bag (-10°C rating)
Broken-in hiking boots
Layered clothing system
Headlamp and spare batteries
Personal medications

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Per person

Duration:8 days
Difficulty:challenging
Group Size:2-12 people
Best Time:Jan-Mar | Jun-Oct
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