Overview
Lemosho approaches Kilimanjaro from the quieter western side, crossing genuine wilderness before joining the southern circuit. With 8 days on the mountain, it offers one of the best acclimatization profiles and summit success rates of any route.
Day by Day
Day 1 Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,780m)
Drive to the gate, trek through montane forest, approximately 6km.
Day 2 Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp (3,505m)
Climb out of the forest onto the Shira Plateau moorland, approximately 8km.
Day 3 Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)
Gentle walk across the plateau with panoramic views of Kibo, approximately 10km.
Day 4 Shira 2 to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (3,960m)
Acclimatization hike to Lava Tower (4,630m), descend to Barranco Camp.
Day 5 Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (3,995m)
Scramble up the Barranco Wall, short trekking day to Karanga.
Day 6 Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,673m)
Trek to base camp, rest and prepare for the summit push.
Day 7 Summit via Stella Point & Uhuru Peak, descend to Mweka Camp
Midnight departure for Uhuru Peak (5,895m), descend to Mweka Camp (3,100m).
Day 8 Descend to Mweka Gate
Final descent, certificates awarded, transfer to your hotel.
Inclusions
Included
- Kilimanjaro National Park fees and rescue fees
- Professional mountain guides, porters and cook
- All meals on the mountain
- Camping equipment
- Airport transfers
Excluded
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel & evacuation insurance
- Tips for the mountain crew
- Personal climbing gear rental
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