Kilimanjaro Climbing Lemosho

7 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing via Lemosho Route starts from Londorosi Gate ends at Mweka Gate located in Moshi Kilimanjaro from 2025-2026.

$1681-2000 USD

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This 7-day Kilimanjaro Climbing via Lemosho Route tour is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and lower traffic and is the gateway to your Kilimanjaro adventure starting from Londorosi Gate and ending at Mweka Gate from 2025-2026. This path, considered one of the most picturesque, winds its way through lush rainforests, alpine deserts, and glaciated peaks, ensuring a diverse and unforgettable experience.

The 7 days of Kilimanjaro climbing via the Lemosho route is often hailed as the most picturesque approach to conquering Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It unveils breathtaking vistas of the Shira Plateau and the western breach, providing a unique perspective on reaching the summit from the west.

The Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho route tour can be completed in a minimum of 6 days, but we highly recommend extending it to 7 days, adding an extra seventh day provides your body with ample time to acclimatize, minimizing the risk of altitude sickness and allows you to rest more thoroughly before making your summit attempt.

7 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing via Lemosho Route Tour Itinerary.
Day 1: Hotel to Londorosi gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 2650m/8700ft, Distance: 6km/4 mi, Hiking Time: 2-3 hours, Habitat: Montane Forest, Meals: Lunch and Dinner.
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3850m/12,600ft, Distance: 16km/10mi, Hiking Time: 7-8 hours, Habitat: Moorland, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp
Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft, Distance: 8km/5 mi, Walking Time: 5-6 hours, Habitat: Semi-desert, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft, Distance: 5km/3mi, Climbing Time: 3-4 hours, Habitat: Alpine Desert, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft, Distance: 4km/2mi, Climbing Time: 3-4 hours, Habitat: Alpine Desert, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft, Down to 3090m/10,150ft, Distance: 5km/3mi up / 13km/8mi down, Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down, Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel
Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft, Distance: 10km/6mi, Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Forest, Meals: Breakfast

Pricing for this 7-day Kilimanjaro climb via Lemosho Route ranges from $1,681 to $2,000 per climber. The cost may vary depending on factors such as pre and post-climb accommodations, transportation, meals, and parking fees. It's an investment in a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the pinnacle of Mount Kilimanjaro.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, July, August, September, October, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Internal flights
International flights
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Londorosi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

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Your Kilimanjaro adventure begins after a hearty breakfast and a briefing session. From your hotel, you'll make your way to Londorossi Park Gate, which is about a 3-hour drive. Here, the true adventure commences as you traverse a forest track that demands a 4WD vehicle, leading you to the Lemosho Glades. Your first day's journey culminates at the Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite

Mti Mkubwa Campsite

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 2

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After a replenishing breakfast, the trail becomes steeper as you enter the giant heather moorland zone. You'll cross several streams as you proceed over the Shira Ridge, passing the Shira 1 camp en route to the Shira 2 camp nestled in moorland meadows by a babbling stream.

Shira 2 Campsite

Day 3: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco

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Leaving the Shira Plateau, you'll head east along a ridge, eventually reaching the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As you continue, your direction shifts to the southeast, leading you to the Lava Tower, often referred to as the “Shark’s Tooth” (elevation 4650m/15,250ft). Following the tower, you'll descend to the Barranco Camp. Although you end the day at a similar elevation to where you began, this day is crucial for acclimatization and preparing your body for the summit

Barranco Campsite

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga

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After a satisfying breakfast, your journey continues along a steep ridge, ascending the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction that connects with the Mweka Trail.

Karanga Campsite

Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

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The next leg takes you to the Barafu Camp. Having completed the South Circuit, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the summit from various angles. Here, you'll set up camp, rest, indulge in dinner, and prepare for the summit day.

Barafu Campsite

Day 6: Barafu to Summit to Mweka

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On this challenging day, you'll start your journey in the early morning hours, between midnight and 2 am. The route takes you to the summit via the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You'll head northwest and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. From Stella Point, you may encounter snow on your 1 hour ascent to Uhuru Peak. The descent begins from the summit, leading you to the Mweka Camp via Barafu, where you'll enjoy lunch and reflect on your remarkable achievement.

Mweka Campsite

Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

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After breakfast, you'll begin your descent to the Mweka Park Gate, where you'll receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, the terrain can be wet and muddy, so gaiters and trekking poles are recommended. As you descend, you can shed some layers, opting for shorts and t-shirts as the weather warms up.

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