8 Days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route
Conquer Africa’s highest peak on the scenic 8-Day Lemosho Route with Tanzania Kili Adventures. Celebrated as the ultimate route on Mount Kilimanjaro, Lemosho offers remote wilderness, panoramic views, exceptional acclimatization, and industry-leading summit success rates!
8 Days
Moderate
70.00 km
From $2,750
8
Days
5,895m
Max Altitude
70.00 km
Distance
Moderate
Difficulty
Overview
The Lemosho Route is renowned for its exceptional summit success rate, with an impressive 95% of climbers reaching Uhuru Peak. The 8-day itinerary is highly recommended for optimal acclimatization, allowing trekkers to adapt gradually to the altitude.
About This Route
Experience Mount Kilimanjaro’s most beautiful and success-proven climbing trail with Tanzania Kili Adventures on our flagship 8-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Trek. Approaching Mount KilimanjaroClick to open side panel for more information from the pristine western slopes, the Lemosho Route is widely considered the premier path up the mountain due to its low foot traffic, high wilderness immersion, and outstanding acclimatization profile.By extending the trek across 8 full days, your body receives optimal time to adapt to decreasing oxygen levels. You will hike across the vast Shira Plateau, trek up to Lava Tower (4,630m) following the classic "climb high, sleep low" strategy, and scramble up the famous Barranco Wall (4,200m). Crossing five distinct ecological climate zones from undisturbed rainforests to alpine deserts and arctic glaciers this fully supported wilderness camping expedition guided by our elite team offers the safest and most breathtaking journey to Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Day 1: Base Hotel to Londorossi Gate to Lemosho Trailhead to Mti Mkubwa Camp
After breakfast and a briefing at your hotel, drive west to Londorossi Gate for registration. Continue along a bumpy forest track to the Lemosho Glades trailhead. Begin hiking along a peaceful, quiet trail winding through a lush, moss-draped rainforest. Spot colobus monkeys and exotic birds in the canopy before arriving at Mti Mkubwa ("Big Tree") Camp in the late afternoon.
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Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
Exit the forest zone as the trail climbs steadily through heather and moorland. You will cross several streams and hike across a ridge leading onto the vast Shira Plateau. Enjoy initial panoramic views of Kibo Peak across the plateau. Arrive at Shira 1 Camp for lunch, rest, and an evening under stars above the cloud line.
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Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Today is a gentle hike across the high-altitude Shira Plateau designed for acclimatization. Trek east toward Kibo’s glacier-crested peak, exploring the rocky geological formations around Shira Cathedral. Arrive at Shira 2 Camp in time for a hot lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing, enjoying hot beverages, and taking photographs of the surrounding volcanic scenery.
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Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Put the essential "climb high, sleep low" rule into practice today. Trek east through alpine desert terrain up to the iconic Lava Tower (4,630m), where you will eat lunch and allow your body to adapt to the thin air. Afterward, descend into the scenic Great Barranco Valley, surrounded by giant groundsels, to reach Barranco Camp situated beneath the Barranco Wall.
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Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Begin the morning with a non-technical scramble up the famous Barranco Wall (4,200m). Guided step-by-step by your team, reach the top for breathtaking views of Kibo’s southern glaciers. The trail then traverses a series of hills and gullies before descending into the Karanga Valley. Reach Karanga Camp by early afternoon for lunch and rest.
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Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Leave Karanga Camp and climb steadily uphill across a barren alpine desert landscape to reach Barafu Camp (4,673m). Perched on a wind-swept, rocky ridge, Barafu serves as your base camp for the summit push. Your guide will inspect your summit gear, check your pulse oximeter readings, and review safety protocols. Eat an early dinner and sleep by 7:00 PM.
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Day 7: SUMMIT DAY! Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak down to Mweka Camp
Wake up at 11:30 PM for warm drinks and snacks. Begin your midnight summit push, navigating steep volcanic scree under a blanket of stars. Reach Stella Point (5,756m) on the crater rim at sunrise for spectacular morning views. Continue another hour along the snow-carpeted crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) the highest point in Africa! Celebrate, snap photos, and admire the ancient glaciers. Descend back to Barafu Camp for a hot lunch and rest before continuing down to Mweka Camp for your final night.
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Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi / Arusha
Enjoy a final mountain breakfast before making a pleasant descent through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate. Official green certificates are issued to hikers who reached Stella Point, and gold summit certificates are awarded to those reaching Uhuru Peak! Join your mountain guides, chefs, and porters for a celebratory tipping ceremony. Your Tanzania Kili Adventures vehicle will transfer you back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha for a shower and celebration.
What's Included
Park fees camping fees & rescue fees
18% VAT on tour fees
3 Season Mountain tents
Sleeping Bag
3-inch foam sleeping mat
Mess tent with tables and chairs
Transportation to & from mountain gate
Airport transfers
Professional guides cooks and porters
Three meals daily on mountain
Katadyn filtered water
Hotel lodging night before and after with breakfast & dinner
Fair wages for mountain crew
Tree donation for conservation
Supplemental Oxygen tanks & Pulse Oximeter
Portable flush toilet with tent (groups 4+)
Free storage room at lodge
Celebration dinner after trek
Not Included
International and Domestic Flights
Visa
Tips to mountain crew (recommended USD 250-350)
Single supplement (USD 20/day)
Rental Gears
Laundry Services
Travel Insurance
Portable toilet for groups less than 4
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