Luxury Lemosho Route

Safari summary

The luxury 8-day Lemosho Route offers an unforgettable adventure to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. This route is known for its stunning landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and a higher success rate due to its longer itinerary, which allows for better acclimatization. The luxury version of this trek elevates the experience, providing comfort and personalized service throughout the journey, making it suitable for climbers of all experience levels seeking a memorable and comfortable adventure.
Day one : Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp
Your adventure begins with a drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate, taking around 4 hours. After completing the entry formalities, you’ll drive another hour to the Lemosho trailhead. Enjoy a picnic lunch before starting your trek through the dense rainforest, home to black and white colobus monkeys. This initial 3-4 hour hike will take you to Forest Camp, also known as Big Tree Camp, at an elevation of 9,500 feet, where you'll spend your first night.

Day two : Forest Camp to Shira One Camp
Today's trek leads out of the rainforest into the heath and moorland zone, where the landscape opens up. You’ll walk through rolling hills, crossing streams and lush vegetation as you head towards Shira Ridge. The hike takes about 5-6 hours, covering 8 km, before descending slightly to reach Shira One Camp at 11,500 feet. From this vantage point, you can enjoy stunning views of Kibo, Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak, as you settle in for the night.

Day three : Shira Camp 1 to Moir Hut
The journey continues across the expansive Shira Plateau, a vast high-altitude desert. You’ll trek eastward, admiring panoramic views of Kibo as you make your way to Shira 2 Camp. After a brief stop, continue to Moir Hut at the base of Lent Hills for additional acclimatization. The day covers approximately 14 km over 5-7 hours of hiking, providing the opportunity to explore the plateau's unique flora and fauna, enhancing your acclimatization process.

Day four : Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
This day is crucial for acclimatization. Start by hiking from Moir Hut to Lava Tower at 15,190 feet, where you'll feel the altitude in the air. After a lunch break, descend to Barranco Camp at 13,000 feet. The route covers around 7 km and takes 4-6 hours. The descent to Barranco Camp, known as the “Garden of the Senecios,” is marked by dramatic views of towering cliffs and the beautiful giant groundsels. Rest well to prepare for the next day's challenge.
Day five : Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Begin the day with a challenging but rewarding climb up the Barranco Wall, a steep, 257-meter-high wall of rock. The trek is physically demanding but offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. After conquering the wall, you’ll hike through a series of hills and valleys, eventually reaching Karanga Camp at 13,100 feet. This short, 4-5 hour hike over 5 km is designed for acclimatization, giving your body time to adjust to the altitude.

Day six: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
From Karanga, you’ll continue the ascent to Barafu Camp, situated at 15,300 feet. This 4 km trek takes about 4-5 hours, winding through the alpine desert. Barafu, meaning "ice" in Swahili, is a stark, rocky area with sparse vegetation. From here, you’ll have stunning views of both Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Spend the afternoon resting, hydrating, and preparing for the midnight summit push. This is your last stop before reaching the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Day seven: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut
The summit attempt begins at midnight, navigating through steep scree towards Stella Point. After a strenuous 7-8 hour climb, you’ll reach Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point at 19,345 feet. Enjoy breathtaking sunrise views before descending. The descent to Barafu Camp takes 3-4 hours, followed by lunch and a further descent to Mweka Hut, totaling 12 km of descent. The day's journey is physically and mentally demanding but incredibly rewarding.

Day eight : Mweka Camp to Moshi
On your final day, enjoy a breakfast before descending from Mweka Camp at 10,000 feet to Mweka Gate at 5,400 feet. The 10 km hike takes about 3-4 hours through the lush rainforest, where you may encounter birds and colobus monkeys. Upon arrival at the gate, you’ll receive your summit certificates. A Kizza Adventures vehicle will be waiting to transport you back to Moshi, where you can relax and reflect on your incredible achievement.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• Airport transfers
• Meals
• Park fees
• Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

• Alcoholic beverages
• Internal flights
• International flights
• Laundry
• Tips and gratuities
• Visas