Lemosho Route - 9 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing
Duration
9 Days 8 Nights
Group Size
1 - 60 People
Tour Type
Multidays
Tour Overview
Lemosho Route is considered the most beautiful and scenic route on Kilimanjaro. Starting from the west, it traverses through lush rainforest, across the Shira Plateau, and joins the southern circuit. This 9-day itinerary offers exceptional acclimatization and the highest summit success rates. Perfect for those seeking a premium Kilimanjaro experience.
Tour Highlights
- 9-day itinerary for maximum acclimatization
- Most beautiful and scenic route
- Traverse through pristine rainforest
- Cross the stunning Shira Plateau
- Climb the famous Barranco Wall
- Highest summit success rates
- Experienced mountain guides
- Spectacular views throughout
Included / Excluded
- Park entrance fees and camping fees
- Mountain rescue fees
- Professional guides, cooks, and porters
- All meals on the mountain
- Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats)
- Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
- Transfers from Moshi/Arusha to gate and back
- International flights
- Tips for guides and porters
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Personal climbing gear (can rent)
- Alcoholic drinks
- Personal expenses
Safari Itinerary
Drive to Londorossi Gate (approx 2 hours). Trek through rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2890m). Dinner and overnight.
Trek out of forest onto Shira Plateau. Reach Shira 1 Camp (3550m). First views of Kibo. Dinner and overnight.
Trek across Shira Plateau. Spectacular views. Reach Shira 2 Camp (3850m). Acclimatization walk to Shira Cathedral. Dinner and overnight.
Trek to Lava Tower (4600m) for acclimatization. Descend to Barranco Camp (3950m). Views of Barranco Wall.
Climb the famous Barranco Wall. Trek to Karanga Camp (4035m). Rest and acclimatization.
Trek to Barafu Camp (4640m). Prepare for summit attempt. Early dinner and rest.
Start summit at midnight. Reach Stella Point (5756m) then Uhuru Peak (5895m). Descend to Mweka Camp (3100m). Celebration dinner!
Trek through rainforest to Mweka Gate. Lunch, receive certificates. Drive back to Moshi/Arusha.
Location
Faqs
Lemosho is the most scenic route with highest success rates and fewer crowds.
9 days provides the best acclimatization and highest chance of reaching the summit.