Activities

• 6 Day Trek

Accommodation

• 6 Nights Camping
• 2 Nights Hotel

Meals

• 7 Dinners
• 7 Lunches
• 6 Breakfasts

🏔️ Mount Kilimanjaro – 7-Day Lemosho Route Trek

🌍 Destination: Tanzania | 🗓 Duration: 7 Days | 📊 Difficulty Level: Moderate to Hard (Best for trekkers seeking a scenic and highly successful summit approach.)

🥾 Route: Lemosho (The most scenic and best acclimatization route on Kilimanjaro)

The Lemosho Route is widely regarded as the most beautiful route to summit Kilimanjaro. This 7-day trek offers stunning landscapes, fewer crowds, and excellent acclimatization, making it a top choice for climbers. Starting on the western slopes, the route crosses rainforests, moorlands, alpine deserts, and glacial peaks, providing an unparalleled trekking experience.

Expedition Highlights

Summit Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – The highest point in Africa!
Trek through five unique climate zones, from rainforest to arctic terrain.
Expert local guides & porters ensuring safety and comfort.
Small group adventure, ensuring a personalized experience.
Sustainable trekking experience, supporting local communities and eco-tourism initiatives.

🗓️ Day 1 :

Arrive in Moshi – Pre-Trek Briefing

📍 Location: Moshi, Tanzania
🏕️ Overnight: Lodge in Moshi
✈️ Activities: Arrival, trek briefing, and gear check

Arrive in Moshi, the gateway to Kilimanjaro National Park. Meet your expert trekking team, go through a detailed trek briefing, and complete an equipment check before resting for the night.

🗓️ Day 2 :

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650m) – Rainforest Zone

📍 Route: Londorossi Gate → Mti Mkubwa Camp
🥾 Trek Duration: 3-4 Hours
🏕️ Overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp

Begin at Londorossi Gate (2,100m), trekking through the dense rainforest filled with Colobus monkeys and unique birdlife. Arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650m) for the night.

🗓️ Day 3 :

Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m) – Moorland Terrain

📍 Route: Mti Mkubwa Camp → Shira Plateau → Shira 2 Camp
🥾 Trek Duration: 6-7 Hours
🏕️ Overnight: Shira 2 Camp

Leave the rainforest and trek into heather and moorland, reaching the Shira Plateau, an ancient volcanic landscape. Cross Shira 1 Camp before arriving at Shira 2 Camp (3,850m) for breathtaking views of Kibo Peak.

🗓️ Day 4 :

Shira Camp (3,850m) to Barranco Camp (3,960m) via Lava Tower (4,630m) – Acclimatization Day

📍 Route: Shira 2 Camp → Lava Tower → Barranco Camp
🥾 Trek Duration: 6-7 Hours
🏕️ Overnight: Barranco Camp

A crucial acclimatization day as you ascend to Lava Tower (4,630m), then descend to Barranco Camp (3,960m) for the night. The “hike high, sleep low” approach helps prepare for summit night.

🗓️ Day 5 :

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (4,035m) – Acclimatization & Scenic Trek

📍 Route: Barranco Camp → Karanga Valley → Karanga Camp
🥾 Trek Duration: 4-5 Hours
🏕️ Overnight: Karanga Camp

Start by climbing the Barranco Wall, a fun rock scramble with breathtaking views. Trek through Karanga Valley, an important acclimatization stop before summit night.

Day 6 :

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,673m) – Summit Base Camp

📍 Route: Karanga Camp → Barafu Camp
🥾 Trek Duration: 4-5 Hours
🏕️ Overnight: Barafu Camp

A gradual but steady climb through the alpine desert leads to Barafu Camp (4,673m), the final stop before your summit push. Rest early—your midnight ascent to the top begins soon!

Day 7 :

Summit Uhuru Peak (5,895m) & Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m)

📍 Route: Barafu Camp → Uhuru Peak → Mweka Camp
🥾 Trek Duration: 10-14 Hours
🏕️ Overnight: Mweka Camp

⏰ Summit Night Begins! Depart at midnight for the final ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Pass Stella Point (5,756m) for one of the most breathtaking sunrises over Africa.

📸 Celebrate reaching the highest point in Africa! After taking photos, descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m) for a well-earned rest.

🚀 Congratulations – You’ve Conquered Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route! 🎉

Day 8 :

Bonus Day (Optional): Descend to Mweka Gate & Return to Moshi

📍 Route: Mweka Camp → Mweka Gate → Moshi
🥾 Trek Duration: 4-5 Hours
🏕️ Overnight: Lodge in Moshi

Descend through the lush rainforest back to Mweka Gate. Receive your summit certificate before returning to Moshi for a celebration dinner.

Mount Kilimanjaro Trek (Lemosho Route – 7 Days)

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🏔️ Mount Kilimanjaro – 7-Day Lemosho Route Trek

Expedition Highlights

🏔️ Mount Kilimanjaro – 7-Day Lemosho Route Trek

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Activities

Accommodation

Meals

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

🏔️ Mount Kilimanjaro – 7-Day Lemosho Route Trek

Expedition Highlights

🏔️ Mount Kilimanjaro – 7-Day Lemosho Route Trek

Inclusion/Exclusion

🏕️ What’s Included?

🚫 What’s Excluded?

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

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