Six Day Lemosho Route Trekking

6 days—Six Days Kilimanjaro Trekking Tour via Lemosho Route, the beautiful and less crowded route up to Summit.

$1514-1800 USD

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Safari summary

This 6-day Kilimanjaro Trekking Tour via Lemosho Route is beautiful and less crowded. The 6-day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route is renowned as one of the most scenic and unspoiled trails to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. It's located on the western side of the mountain and offers breathtaking views of the Shira Plateau, a rare opportunity to spot wildlife, and a more gradual ascent that aids acclimatization.

The Lemosho route offers a 6-day trekking adventure on Kilimanjaro. This premium and highly-rated route boasts a remarkable success rate and can be extended to 8 days for a more leisurely trek.

The Kilimanjaro Lemosho route is 70 kilometers (42 miles) long and reaches the summit of Kilimanjaro at the Uhuru peak, reaching a height of 5,895 meters (19,341 feet). Access to the trail begins with a long drive from Moshi or Arusha to Londorossi Gate and can take 3 to 4 hours. Lemosho Gate is located at the western base of the mountain.
The Lemosho route is considered a moderately difficult route due to its distance and elevation gain. The up-and-down nature of the trail is strenuous. However, when you factor in the favorable acclimatization schedule, it is fairly easy.

Why Choose the 6 Days Lemosho Route for Kilimanjaro Trekking?
(The Lemosho route on Kilimanjaro is preferred by reputable operators due to its beauty, remoteness, and success rate. In short, it maximizes the chances that a climber will reach the summit, and enjoy the experience overall).
-Scenic Beauty: The Lemosho Route is known for its stunning vistas and diverse landscapes.
-Less Crowded: This route is less crowded, providing a more peaceful and serene journey.
-Excellent for Acclimatization: The gradual ascent enhances your chances of reaching the summit successfully.
-Wildlife Encounters: You might spot unique wildlife, like colobus monkeys and antelope, in the lush rainforest.

About this tour

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

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
International flights
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1: Lemosho Gate to Forest

Kilimanjaro

•Elevation (ft): 7,800ft to 9,500ft •Distance: 6 km •Climbing Time: 3-4 hours •Habitat: Rain Forest Moshi to Lemosho Gate. Complete entry formalities. Drive to Lemosho trailhead. Lunch. Start through undisturbed forest to 1st camp.

Forest Camp

Day 2: Forest to Shira Camp 2

Kilimanjaro

•Elevation (ft): 9,500ft to 12,500ft •Distance: 18 km •Climbing Time: 8-10 hours •Habitat: Moorland Exit forest, enter savannah with tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock. Ascend rolling hills, reach Shira Ridge, descend to Shira 1 camp. Stunning Kibo view. Walk east to Shira 2 camp on meadows by a stream.

Shira 2 Camp

Day 3: Shira 2-Lava Tower-Barranco

Kilimanjaro

•Elevation (ft): 12,500ft to 13,000ft •Distance: 10 km •Climbing Time: 6-8 hours •Habitat: Semi Desert From Shira Plateau, move east, passing Kibo peak junction. Head southeast to Lava Tower (the "Shark’s Tooth"). Descend to Barranco Hut at 13,000ft. Rest, dinner, acclimatization.

Barranco Camp

Day 4: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

•Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 15,000ft •Distance: 9 km •Climbing Time: 8-10 hours •Habitat: Alpine Desert Leave Barranco, climb steep ridge, pass Barranco Wall, reach Karanga Valley. Connect to Mweka Trail, continue to Barafu Hut. Camp, rest, dinner, prepare for summit. Views of Mawenzi and Kibo.

Barafu Camp

Day 5: Barafu to Summit to Mweka

Kilimanjaro

•Elevation (ft): 15,300ft to 19,345ft (and down to 10,000ft) •Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent •Climbing Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent •Habitat: Arctic Early morning ascent to summit. Reach Stella Point (18,600ft). Sunrise. Snow on the way to Uhuru Peak, highest point on Kilimanjaro and in Africa. Descent to Mweka Hut, lunch at Barafu. Gaiters and trekking poles for descent. Last dinner on the mountain.

Mweka Camp

Day 6: Mweka Camp to Moshi

Kilimanjaro

•Elevation (ft): 10,000ft to 5,400ft •Distance: 10 km •Hiking Time: 3-4 hours •Habitat: Rain Forest Descend to Mweka Park Gate for summit certificates. It might be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles help. Shorts and t-shirts sufficient at lower elevations. Vehicle to Moshi from Mweka Village.

Departure

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