The Lemosho Route is one of Kilimanjaro’s most beautiful and least-crowded approaches, offering excellent acclimatization and one of the highest summit success rates on the mountain. Beginning on the western slopes, the route starts with a scenic drive to Londorosi Gate before entering lush rainforest and gradually rising toward the vast Shira Plateau.

We will spend 6 nights on the mountain and a night at the start and end of the tour at a chill hotel in Moshi town for a total of 8 nights.

Over seven days on the mountain you move through dramatically changing landscapes—rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and finally the glaciated upper slopes of Kibo. The trek joins the Machame Route after Shira 2 Camp and continues along the stunning Southern Circuit, passing highlights such as Lava Tower, the Barranco Wall, and the Karanga Valley.

Summit night begins from Barafu Camp, with an unforgettable push to Uhuru Peak at 5,895m, followed by a descent through Mweka Camp and down to Mweka Gate. Throughout the climb, you travel with certified guides, professional mountain crews, and full support to maximize your comfort, safety, and summit success.

This itinerary is designed for steady acclimatization, strong success rates, and a rich, scenic Kilimanjaro experience from start to finish.

Our team will pick you up at JRO airport and take you to the hotel for the night. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore Moshi Town, relax by the pool, enjoy the mountain air, and settle in as you prepare for your epic adventure ahead.

Distance: 7 km
Hiking Time: ~4 hours
Altitude: 2385m / 7,825 ft → 2780m / 9,121 ft
Elevation Gain: +395m

Your climb begins with a morning pickup from your hotel and a scenic drive to Londorosi Gate on the western side of Kilimanjaro. After registration, you enter the lush rainforest of the Lemosho Glades and start a gentle, steady ascent through thick forest alive with birds and towering trees.
By mid-afternoon you arrive at Big Tree Camp, where you settle in for your first night on the mountain.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Big Tree Camp

Distance: 16.5 km
Hiking Time: 9–11 hours
Altitude: 2780m / 9,121 ft → 3900m / 12,795 ft
Elevation Gain: +1120m

You leave the forest behind and enter open moorland, crossing the vast Shira Plateau with wide views and volcanic rock formations scattered across the landscape. You pass through Shira 1 and continue toward Shira 2 Camp, gaining significant altitude to support acclimatization.
You arrive at camp with sweeping views of Kibo’s upper slopes and the Northern Icefields.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Shira 2 Camp

Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: ~7 hours
Altitude: 3900m / 12,795 ft → 3960m / 12,992 ft (via 4640m Lava Tower)
Elevation Gain to Lava Tower: +740m
Elevation Loss to Camp: –680m

The day begins with a steady ascent into the high-altitude desert, climbing toward the dramatic Lava Tower (4640m). This is a key acclimatization point and your highest elevation so far.
After lunch at Lava Tower, you descend into the Barranco Valley, a sheltered amphitheater beneath towering cliffs and hanging glaciers.
You overnight at Barranco Camp (3960m), completing a crucial “climb high, sleep low” day.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included

Barranco Camp

Distance: 5.5 km
Hiking Time: ~5 hours
Altitude: 3960m / 12,992 ft → 3963m / 13,000 ft
Elevation Gain: Minimal, with ups and downs throughout the day

Today begins with the iconic ascent of the Barranco Wall, a fun, hands-on but non-technical climb offering spectacular views over the valley. After reaching the top, the trail traverses ridges beneath Kilimanjaro’s southern glaciers before dropping into the Karanga Valley.
A final short climb brings you to Karanga Camp (3963m).
This shorter day is intentionally designed to support strong acclimatization before heading higher.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included

Karanga Camp

Distance: 3 km
Hiking Time: ~3 hours
Altitude: 3963m / 13,000 ft → 4640m / 15,223 ft
Elevation Gain: +677m

You continue upward toward Barafu Camp, traversing barren alpine desert with no vegetation and wide, stark views. The altitude becomes more noticeable as you climb.
You arrive at Barafu around midday, eat, hydrate, and rest.
After an early dinner, you sleep as much as possible before the midnight wake-up for the summit push.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included

Barafu Camp

Distance: 16.4 km
Hiking Time: 13–15 hours (summit + descent)
Altitude: 4640m / 15,223 ft → 5895m / 19,341 ft → 3100m / 10,170 ft
Elevation Gain to Summit: +1255m
Elevation Loss to Mweka Camp: –2795m

Your summit push begins around midnight. You climb steadily through darkness, ascending steep scree slopes toward Stella Point (5739m), where sunrise delivers spectacular views.
From here, a final ridge walk takes you to Uhuru Peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa.
After celebrating, you descend back to Barafu for breakfast and continue down to Mweka Camp (3100m) for a well-earned rest.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included

Mweka Camp

Distance: 9.1 km
Hiking Time: ~3 hours
Altitude: 3100m / 10,170 ft → 1630m / 5,348 ft
Elevation Loss: –1470m

A gentle, enjoyable descent through rainforest leads you down to Mweka Gate, where you check out of the park and receive your summit certificates.
You’re then transferred back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha for a hot shower, a good meal, and a well-deserved celebration.

Breakfast, Lunch included

A peaceful mid-range retreat in Moshi with leafy gardens, mountain views, and comfortable rooms ideal for recharging between adventure days.

After completing your Kilimanjaro climb, this final day is reserved for rest, recovery, and onward travel. Depending on your plans, you may transfer to the airport for your flight home or continue your adventure with a safari or a relaxing escape to Zanzibar.

Your driver will meet you at the arranged time and ensure a smooth transfer to your next destination. Breakfast included.

Breakfast included

• 1 person

  • USD 2,450 pp

• 2 – 3 people

  • USD 2,399 pp

• 4 – 7 people

  • USD 2,199 pp

• 8 – 10 people

  • USD 2,099

Included

• Pick up and drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport.

• 9 Nights of Accommodation (7 on the mountain and 2 before and after the climb)

• Park fees, camping fees, rescue fees and 18% VAT on tour fees & services which cost nearly 55% of the total cost charged.

• 4 Season mountain tents

• Sleeping Mats

• Transportation to & from the mountain gate

• Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters

• 3 meals daily while on the mountain

• Filtered water throughout the trek

• Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)

• Portable flush toilet provided.

• Emergency Evacuation Insurance from ArushaMedVac

• 18% VAT on all tourist services

Not Included

• International Airfare

• Personal items

• Tips to mountain crew

• Tip on Mountain Kilimanjaro is recommended for group sharing as following: - Guide $15 - $20/guide/day - Cook $10 - $15/day - Porters $8 - $10/porter/day.