8 Days Kilimanjaro Climb Lemosho Route
Duration
7 Days 6 Nights
Tour Type
Trekking
Group Size
No Size Limit
The Lemosho Route is considered one of the most beautiful and rewarding ways to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. With rich scenery that shifts from rainforest to alpine desert and glacier-covered peaks, this 8-day itinerary allows for better acclimatization, boosting your chances of a successful summit.
Adolita Tanzania Safaris ensures a smooth and supportive trek with professional guides, nutritious meals, and reliable logistics every step of the way.
Day 1: Londorossi Gate – Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820m)
Drive from Arusha/Moshi to Londorossi Gate for registration.
Trek through lush rainforest to Big Tree Camp (Mti Mkubwa).
Hiking time: 3–4 hours
Dinner and overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa – Shira 1 Camp (3,505m)
Hike through heather and moorland terrain to reach Shira Plateau.
Expansive views of Kilimanjaro’s western slopes.
Hiking time: 5–6 hours
Dinner and overnight: Shira 1 Camp
Day 3: Shira 1 – Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)
Gentle trek across the plateau with views of Kibo Peak.
Acclimatization day with a gradual altitude increase.
Hiking time: 4–5 hours
Dinner and overnight: Shira 2 Camp
Day 4: Shira 2 – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m)
Climb to Lava Tower for acclimatization.
Descend to Barranco Camp through alpine desert.
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
Dinner and overnight: Barranco Camp
Day 5: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (4,035m)
Morning climb up the Barranco Wall, followed by a ridge hike.
Arrive at Karanga Camp for a short and relaxed day.
Hiking time: 4–5 hours
Dinner and overnight: Karanga Camp
Day 6: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,640m)
Steady uphill walk to Barafu Camp, the base for your summit attempt.
Rest, hydrate, and prepare for midnight departure.
Hiking time: 3–4 hours
Dinner and overnight: Barafu Camp
Day 7: Barafu – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Begin summit trek around midnight.
Reach Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak – Africa’s highest point!
Descend to Barafu for rest, then onward to Mweka Camp.
Hiking time: 12–14 hours
Dinner and overnight: Mweka Camp
Day 8: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Drive to Moshi/Arusha
Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate.
Collect your summit certificates and return to your hotel.
Hiking time: 3–4 hours
Kilimanjaro park entry, camping, and rescue fees
Professional mountain guide(s), cook, and porters
Full-board meals throughout the trek
Private tented accommodation (2-person tents)
Emergency oxygen and first-aid kit
Transfers to and from Kilimanjaro trailhead
Clean drinking water during the trek
Hotel accommodation before and after climb (optional)
The Lemosho Route is considered one of the most beautiful and rewarding ways to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. With rich scenery that shifts from rainforest to alpine desert and glacier-covered peaks, this 8-day itinerary allows for better acclimatization, boosting your chances of a successful summit.
Adolita Tanzania Safaris ensures a smooth and supportive trek with professional guides, nutritious meals, and reliable logistics every step of the way.
Day 1: Londorossi Gate – Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820m)
Drive from Arusha/Moshi to Londorossi Gate for registration.
Trek through lush rainforest to Big Tree Camp (Mti Mkubwa).
Hiking time: 3–4 hours
Dinner and overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa – Shira 1 Camp (3,505m)
Hike through heather and moorland terrain to reach Shira Plateau.
Expansive views of Kilimanjaro’s western slopes.
Hiking time: 5–6 hours
Dinner and overnight: Shira 1 Camp
Day 3: Shira 1 – Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)
Gentle trek across the plateau with views of Kibo Peak.
Acclimatization day with a gradual altitude increase.
Hiking time: 4–5 hours
Dinner and overnight: Shira 2 Camp
Day 4: Shira 2 – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m)
Climb to Lava Tower for acclimatization.
Descend to Barranco Camp through alpine desert.
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
Dinner and overnight: Barranco Camp
Day 5: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (4,035m)
Morning climb up the Barranco Wall, followed by a ridge hike.
Arrive at Karanga Camp for a short and relaxed day.
Hiking time: 4–5 hours
Dinner and overnight: Karanga Camp
Day 6: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,640m)
Steady uphill walk to Barafu Camp, the base for your summit attempt.
Rest, hydrate, and prepare for midnight departure.
Hiking time: 3–4 hours
Dinner and overnight: Barafu Camp
Day 7: Barafu – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Begin summit trek around midnight.
Reach Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak – Africa’s highest point!
Descend to Barafu for rest, then onward to Mweka Camp.
Hiking time: 12–14 hours
Dinner and overnight: Mweka Camp
Day 8: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Drive to Moshi/Arusha
Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate.
Collect your summit certificates and return to your hotel.
Hiking time: 3–4 hours
Kilimanjaro park entry, camping, and rescue fees
Professional mountain guide(s), cook, and porters
Full-board meals throughout the trek
Private tented accommodation (2-person tents)
Emergency oxygen and first-aid kit
Transfers to and from Kilimanjaro trailhead
Clean drinking water during the trek
Hotel accommodation before and after climb (optional)
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