Lemosho Route – Trails, Vista & Altitude

From forest to snow-capped summit, every step tells a story.

OVERVIEW


Lemosho Route Climbing is the best for acclimatization. The remote is less used and beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau. The minimum duration for the Lemosho route is 6 days, however we strongly recommend hiking the route in 7 days. The additional 7th day will give your body more time to acclimatize, reducing the effects of altitude sickness and give you more time to rest before attempting the summit.

ITINERARY


Day 1: Lemosho Gate (2,100m) – Big Tree Camp (2,780m)

Distance: ~7 km

Hiking time: 3–4 hrs

Habitat: Rainforest 🌿

Begin trekking through lush rainforest, spotting colobus monkeys and tropical birds. Overnight at Big Tree Camp.

Day 2: Big Tree Camp – Shira 1 Camp (3,500m)

Hiking time: 5–6 hours

Distance: ~8 km

Habitat: Moorland 🌾

A steady climb brings you to the Shira Plateau with sweeping views of Kilimanjaro’s western glaciers.

Day 3: Shira 1 Camp – Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Distance: ~7 km

Habitat: Moorland 🌾

Trek across the vast Shira Plateau with opportunities for acclimatization.

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp – Lava Tower (4,600m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m)

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Distance: ~10 km

Habitat: Alpine desert ⛰️ → Moorland 🌾

Climb to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Valley beneath the famous Barranco Wall.

Day 5: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (4,035m)

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Distance: ~5 km

Habitat: Alpine desert ⛰️

A thrilling scramble up the Barranco Wall followed by gradual ascents and descents into Karanga Camp.

Day 6: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,640m)

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Distance: ~4 km

Habitat: Alpine desert ⛰️

A short but steep hike to Barafu, the base camp. Early dinner and rest before the summit attempt.

Day 7: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

Hiking time: 10–14 hours

Distance: ~17 km

Habitat: Arctic ❄️ → Rainforest 🌿

Start at midnight for the summit push. Reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, then descend via Barafu to Mweka Camp.

Day 8 (Optional): Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate (1,640m)

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Distance: ~10 km

Habitat: Rainforest 🌿

Final descent through lush forest. Collect certificates at the gate before transfer back to Moshi/Arusha.

Included ✔: All park fees (conservation, camping/hut, and rescue fees) • Professional mountain guides, cooks, and porters • Camping equipment (tents, dining tent, chairs, tables) • Meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water) • Transfers to/from the trailhead • Camping/hiking equipment (tents, tables, chairs – where applicable) • Oxygen cylinder & first aid kit • Kilimanjaro climbing certificate after a successful summit

Not Included ✖: International flights • Visa & travel insurance • Tips • Personal climbing gear (sleeping bags, trekking poles, boots, clothing, etc.) • Personal expenses • Extra hotel nights before/after the climb (unless arranged)

TRANSFERS


Transfers can be arranged between the airport, Arusha/Moshi, between hotels, restaurants and attractions, either on a seat-in-coach basis, or the private hire of an entire vehicle. All pick-up times are arranged to tie in with flight departures and scheduled tours. Our guides work to this timetable, collecting guests from each hotel en route to their intended destination.

TREKKING TOURS


2 Days Mount Longido
4 Days Mt. Meru Trek
6 Days Marangu Route
7 Days Lemosho Route
`7 Days Machame Route

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