Lemosho Route

Climbing Description

The eight-day Lemosho route is ideal for acclimatization and summit success. It starts from the western side of Kilimanjaro and crosses the Shira Plateau, offering scenic views, low traffic, and a gradual ascent to the summit.

Climbers benefit from a short hike before summit day, ensuring rest and higher success rates. Most Kilimanjaro operators recommend this route for its spectacular scenery and high success.

Detailed Itinerary

Arrival Day

Pre-trek briefing, hotel stay, and gear check. Arrive one day before trek.

Day 1

Londorossi Gate → Mti Mkubwa Camp

6 km | 3–4 hrs | Rainforest

Day 2

Big Tree Camp → Shira Camp

8 km | 5–6 hrs | Moorland

Day 3

Shira Camp → Moir Hut

9 km | 4–5 hrs

Day 4

Moir Hut → Lava Tower → Barranco Camp

14 km | 7–8 hrs | Semi Desert

Day 5

Barranco Camp → Karanga Camp

5 km | 4–5 hrs | Alpine Desert

Day 6

Karanga Camp → Barafu Camp

5 km | 4–5 hrs | Alpine Desert

Day 7

Barafu Camp → Summit → Mweka Hut

7–8 hrs ascent | 4–6 hrs descent | Arctic Zone

Day 8

Mweka Hut → Arusha

3–4 hrs descent | Rainforest

Package Details

Included in the Package

Transfer to the trailhead & return to hotel
All Kilimanjaro National Park fees (conservation, camping, crew, vehicle, rescue, VAT)
Kilimanjaro summit certificate
Camping equipment & accommodation on the mountain
All meals on the hike prepared by high-altitude cooks (Vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options available)
All drinks (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, water)
Comfortable sleeping mats
Group hiking equipment (dining tent, tables, chairs, cutlery)
Complete medical kits
Professional guides & support crew (porters, cooks, assistant guides)
Porter for duffel bag up to 18kg

Excluded from the Package

Airline tickets
Entry visa
Personal hiking gear rentals
Snacks and personal medicines
Compulsory tips for mountain crew (25|20|15 USD per person)
Travel insurance

Note: Best time to climb is June to October.