Seven days Kilimanjaro climb

Safari summary

This 7 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho route starts and ends in Moshi town. This best climb tour offers a great combination of scenic views, low climber density, and a high success rate. On this 7 days Kilimanjaro climb via Lemosho route, climbers have the opportunity to see some of Africa’s most iconic animals up close. The best time to climb Kilimanjaro is during the warmest and driest times of the year, from December to mid-March and mid-June to the end of October. The average cost to climb Kilimanjaro is $1400 to $6000; the price varies from cheap, budget, and luxury services.

This 7 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho route is often considered the most beautiful route of all climb up Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, with stunning views of the Shira Plateau and the western breach that approaches the highest point from the west. The seven-day Lemosho route is considered a challenging hike, with steep inclines and high altitudes that require hikers to be in good physical condition and have some prior hiking experience. However, it also offers a chance to experience the breathtaking beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro and witness the incredible diversity of wildlife and ecosystems that call the mountain home.

The 7-day Kilimanjaro climbing via the Lemosho route has an average summit success rate of approximately 85% to 90%. The Lemosho route is known for its gradual ascent and longer duration, allowing climbers more time to acclimatize to the high altitude. This contributes to a higher success rate compared to some of the shorter and more challenging routes.

The full detailed day-by-day itinerary for the best 7-day Kilimanjaro Lemosho route: Day 1: Lemosho Gate (2,385 meters / 7,825 feet) to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750 meters / 9,022 feet); Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp (3,505 meters / 11,500 feet); Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp (3,840 meters / 12,600 feet); Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower (4,640 meters / 15,223 feet) and then down to Barranco Camp (3,960 meters / 12,992 feet); Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (3,995 meters / 13,106 feet); Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,673 meters / 15,331 feet); Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters / 19,341 feet), then back down to Mweka Camp (3,080 meters / 10,105 feet)

About this tour

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

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Bird watching—with professional guide
• Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

• Park fees