Kilimanjaro group lemosho

8 days—join a 8-day Kilimanjaro climb on the scenic Lemosho Route. Enjoy stunning views, high success rates, expert guides, and ideal January conditions

$1850-1950 USD

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Safari summary

8-Day Kilimanjaro Group Joining Climb via the Lemosho Route

The Lemosho Route is one of the most scenic and less crowded trails on Mount Kilimanjaro. It offers beautiful landscapes, panoramic views, and a gradual ascent, ensuring better acclimatization and a higher success rate. Known for its stunning wilderness and diverse ecosystems, this route provides an excellent balance of challenge and enjoyment, making it popular among climbers aiming for the Uhuru Peak.

Why Choose the Lemosho Route?
High Success Rate: The gradual ascent allows for proper acclimatization, increasing summit success chances.
Scenic Beauty: Traverse lush rainforests, moorlands, alpine deserts, and glaciers.
Less Crowded: Enjoy the serenity of nature away from busier trails like Marangu and Machame.
Wildlife Sightings: The Lemosho trail begins in remote forest areas, offering glimpses of wildlife.

Challenges of the Route
While the Lemosho Route is beautiful and rewarding, climbers face challenges such as high altitudes, changing weather conditions, and long hiking days. Proper preparation and mental endurance are key to completing this climb successfully.

Group Joining Pricing

2-5 People: $1,850 per person
6-20 People: $1,780 per person

Price Includes:

Transfer to and from the mountain
Professional guide, porters, and chef
All meals and drinking water on the mountain
All accommodations on the mountain
All camping gear (tents, chairs, table, mattress)
Oxygen cylinder and oximeter
Emergency first aid kit
Forest fees and all park fees

Price Excludes:

Airport transfers
Accommodation before and after the climb
International or domestic flights
Crew tips
Personal climbing gear (checklist provided upon booking)
Any personal expenses

About this tour

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

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

Kilimanjaro

Drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate for registration and briefing. Begin trekking through the dense rainforest, enjoying lush vegetation and spotting wildlife such as Colobus monkeys. The 3-4 hour hike leads you to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650m). Relax with a warm meal and settle into your tent, preparing for the next day's adventure.

Mti mkubwa camp

Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp

Kilimanjaro

Climb out of the rainforest into the heather and moorland zone, where the landscape reveals breathtaking views of the Shira Plateau and Kibo Peak. The 6-7 hour trek includes some steep terrain before reaching Shira 1 Camp (3,610m). Dinner and overnight at camp, surrounded by stunning mountain vistas.

Shira 1 camp

Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp

Kilimanjaro

Enjoy a moderate 4-5 hour trek across the open Shira Plateau. The vast plains offer excellent acclimatization as you hike slowly, taking in the panoramic views of Mount Meru and Kibo Peak. Arrive at Shira 2 Camp (3,840m) in time for lunch, with dinner and rest to follow under clear, starry skies.

Shira 2 Camp

Shira-Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

Kilimanjaro

Begin a long, challenging trek to Lava Tower (4,600m), ideal for acclimatization. After a short rest, descend through scenic valleys to Barranco Camp (3,900m), surrounded by dramatic cliffs and the famous Barranco Wall. The 6-7 hour hike offers rewarding views and altitude adjustment. Dinner and overnight at camp Barranco camp.

Barranco camp

Barranco to Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro

Tackle the iconic Barranco Wall, an adventurous, non-technical climb that rewards you with stunning views. Hike through scenic ridges and valleys for 4-5 hours to Karanga Camp (3,995m). This shorter day allows time to rest and acclimate for the summit ahead. Enjoy dinner and relax at camp.

Karanga camp

Karanga to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

Ascend through alpine desert terrain to Barafu Camp (4,673m), the base for your summit attempt. The 4-5 hour hike is steep but manageable with steady pacing. Arrive in the early afternoon, allowing time to rest, hydrate, and prepare for the midnight summit push. Dinner and overnight at camp.

Barafu camp

Barafu to Summit to Mweka Camp

Kilimanjaro

Begin your summit attempt at midnight, trekking through the cold, dark slopes to reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at sunrise. Celebrate your achievement at Africa’s highest point before descending to Mweka Camp (3,100m). The total trek takes 12-15 hours, combining unforgettable challenges and rewards

Mweka camp

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Kilimanjaro

Hike 4-5 hours downhill through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate. Celebrate with your summit certificate before being transferred back to Moshi. This marks the end of your Kilimanjaro adventure

Mweka gate

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