7-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climb

Overview

  • Tour Type:Group tour, Package tour, Private tour
  • Language:English
The 7-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climb begins on the western side of Mount Kilimanjaro and gradually joins the Machame Route. This longer approach allows for better acclimatization while passing through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and glacial zones before reaching Uhuru Peak.
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Highlights

  • Scenic and less crowded Lemosho Route
  • Gradual acclimatization for better summit success
  • Trek through diverse vegetation zones
  • Shira Plateau and Lava Tower views
  • Barranco Wall challenge
  • Summit attempt at Uhuru Peak
  • Experienced local mountain crew

Itinerary

DAY 1: Moshi – Lemosho Gate – Big Tree Camp

Morning pick up from Moshi and drive to Lemosho Gate.

  • Registration at the park gate

  • Trek through rainforest zone

  • Picnic lunch on the trail

  • Continue to Big Tree Camp

  • Overnight: Big Tree Camp

  • Meals: Lunch and dinner

DAY 2: Big Tree Camp – Shira 1 Camp

After breakfast, continue trekking through forest and into moorland.

  • Gradual ascent with scenic views

  • Cross streams and valleys

  • Arrive at Shira 1 Camp in the afternoon

  • Overnight: Shira 1 Camp

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

DAY 3: Shira 1 Camp – Shira 2 Camp

Trek across the Shira Plateau with wide open views.

  • Easy walking day for acclimatization

  • Views of Mount Meru and Kibo Peak

  • Overnight: Shira 2 Camp

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

DAY 4: Shira 2 Camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp

Climb toward Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp.

  • Acclimatization hike to Lava Tower

  • Lunch at high altitude

  • Descend into Barranco Valley

  • Overnight: Barranco Camp

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

DAY 5: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp

Climb the Barranco Wall and continue trekking toward Karanga Camp.

  • Barranco Wall ascent

  • Rolling terrain with scenic views

  • Overnight: Karanga Camp

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

DAY 6: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp – Summit – Mweka Camp

Very early start for summit attempt.

  • Midnight ascent toward Stella Point

  • Reach Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point

  • Descend to Barafu Camp for rest

  • Continue descent to Mweka Camp

  • Overnight: Mweka Camp

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

DAY 7: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi

Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate.

  • Receive summit certificates

  • Transfer back to Moshi

  • Overnight: Hotel in Moshi or drop off

  • Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Includes/Excludes

  • Professional mountain guides, porters, and cook
  • Park entrance and conservation fees
  • Lemosho Route camping fees
  • Mountain tents and sleeping mats
  • All meals during the trek
  • Drinking water throughout the climb
  • Airport and Moshi transfers
  • All government taxes and VAT
  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Personal trekking gear
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Optional activities not mentioned

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