Summit Kilimanjaro Via Lemosho

8 days—The Lemosho Route is scenic and remote, perfect for those seeking beauty and fewer crowds. Typically takes 7-8 days

$1700-2500 USD

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Safari summary

Experience Kilimanjaro’s beauty on the scenic Lemosho Route—fewer crowds, breathtaking views, and a higher summit success rate.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September
	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
Premium alcoholic beverages
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arrival at Kilimanjaro

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you'll be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. Here, you'll meet your guide and have a pre-climb briefing to discuss the adventure ahead.

Moshi

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

Begin your trek from Londorossi Gate, hiking through lush rainforest to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp. The forest is rich with wildlife and vibrant plant life, offering a great start to the climb

Mti Mkubwa Camp

Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

Leaving the rainforest, you enter the heather and moorland zone, which provides breathtaking views of the Shira Plateau. Reach Shira 1 Camp and experience the vast, open landscapes

Shira 1 Camp

Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Continue across the Shira Plateau towards Shira 2 Camp, enjoying expansive views of the landscape. The trail offers an easier day to aid acclimatization

Shira2 camp

Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp

Ascend to Lava Tower, a large volcanic rock formation, for acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp. This route includes climbing and descending, which helps your body adjust to the altitude

Barranco Camp

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Start with the challenging Barranco Wall climb, then continue to Karanga Camp. This day involves some scrambling but rewards you with incredible views and is essential for acclimatization.

Karanga Camp

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Hike to Barafu Camp, your final base camp before the summit. Prepare for an early start the next day for the summit attempt. Rest and hydrate at this altitude.

Barafu Camp

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

Begin the final ascent around midnight, aiming to reach the summit by sunrise. Upon reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, celebrate before descending to Mweka Camp for rest.

Moshi

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