8-Day Tanzania Lemosho Route, Mount Kilimanjaro Trek

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Londorossi Gate (2300m) to Mti Mkubwa (2750m)

Walking Time: 3 hours
Distance: 7 km
Altitude Gain: 450m

You will enjoy an enticing breakfast at the hotel before proceeding to Londorossi Gate (1,800m). After completing the necessary park registration, you will be transported to the initial point of your trek at 2,350m. The glory of the forest is revealed in the illuminating radiance of the sun. Almond-brown trees stand serenely, brimming with a tender glow. Gems of amber encrusted the bark exterior. Green canopies deliver shelter for the exotic blue monkeys. The short trek through the rainforest leads to the Mti Mkubwa Camp (2750m).

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mti Mkubwa (2750m) to Shira Camp 1 (3550m)

Walking Time: 6-7 hours
Distance: 10 km
Altitude Gain: 800m

As the trail begins to move towards Shira Camp 1, the scenery transforms dramatically from the lush rainforest to the barren heather moorland zone. The parched landscape is speckled with enormous lobelias, contrasting white fauna and flora, and dusty dunes. We will journey up the steep ridges leading to the Shira Plateau, featuring the glorious views of the looming Kilimanjaro and the raging bloodshot orb of light slowly sinking beneath the horizon of Mount Meru in the west. We will cross several tranquil streams as we continue over the Shira Ridge (3,600m) and on a declining slope to Shira Camp 1.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shira Camp 1 (3550m) to Shira Camp 2 (3840m)

Walking Time: 3-4 hours
Distance: 8km
Altitude Gain: 290m

You will begin the day with a delicious breakfast and trek on an exposed moorland zone. This route is less frequented, making it tranquil and untouched. Reaching Shira Plateau will reveal the stunning views of the peak of Kilimanjaro. The exhilarating sensation of witnessing the summit is magical. A hot lunch will be served at Shira Camp 2 (3,810m). Your guide will lead brief excursions for acclimatization; afterwards, you are free to relax.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shira Camp 2 (3840m) to Barranco Camp (3950m) via Lava Tower

Walking Time: 6-7 hours
Distance: 11km
Altitude Gain: 110m

The Lemosho Route connects with the Machame Route before approaching the molten Lava Tower. The gentle incline leading to the Barranco Camp is encompassed in beautiful sceneries and encrusted in vivid desert shrubberies (6-7-hour hike). Shark’s Tooth is an enormous, serrated rock that a volcano discharged thousands of years ago, it is also an indication that we must travel south and cross the light valleys to the immense Lava Tower (4,600m). Specks of snow will gradually scatter themselves on the scenery, and as we descend to Barranco Camp, the frosted landscapes of the Western Breach will begin to sprout. The ashen Barranco Wall is engraved with extraordinary indents, and olive foliage is strewn across the ‘Breakfast Wall’.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barranco Camp (3950m) to Karanga Camp (3930m)

Walking Time: 4 – 5 hours
Distance: 5km
Altitude Gain: 200m
Altitude Loss: 220m

The day commences with a simple trek up the astonishing Barranco (200m high). For a short period, you will need to use your hands and feet to scramble up the wall, and upon reaching the surface, you will have an opportunity to marvel at the scenic splendor of the vistas of Kibo. The trail traverses up and down with various shallow streams leading to the flickering, glittery streams of the Karanga River. An appetizing lunch will be served at the Karanga campsite (3,930m). The short trek will assist your acclimatization.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Karanga Camp (3930m) to Barafu Camp (4700m)

Walking Time: 2- 4 hours
Distance: 4km
Altitude Gain: 770m

The rocky zone provides an uphill path that features landscapes battered in the crystal glow of the Southern Glaciers. Intersecting with the Mweka route allows us to witness splendid vistas. A sixty-minute climb up a steep, rock-strewn Lava Ridge is your ticket to the Barafu Camp (4681m). Reaching the camp signifies that you have dominated the Southern Circuit of the mountain, and the enchanting, sky-piercing view of the summit is submerged in an ocean of clouds. The terrain at the campsite resembles an unfinished painting. The landscape is blanketed in a thin layer of snow with sparse vegetation. A substantial, warm meal will be served, and we suggest that you jump into your sleeping bag as soon as possible. We will embark on our journey to the summit at midnight.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barafu Camp (4700m) to Summit (5895m) (midnight start) descent to Mweka Camp (3100m)

You’ll be woken at 11:00 pm and provided a light snack and tea before starting your 5km trek to the summit. This 16-hour hike is the most challenging on the 8-day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route. The temperatures range from -5°C to -10°C, but the stunning views across the Rebmann and Ratzel Glaciers make the cold worthwhile. At Stella Point (5,672m), watch the sunrise paint the sky with gold and orange hues. After 60 minutes, you'll reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa. After taking photos, we descend to Barafu Camp for a short break, then continue to Mweka Camp (3,100m). The 9km descent takes 4-5 hours, offering changing landscapes from moorland to dense vegetation. Enjoy a hot meal and marvel at the Milky Way before resting for the night.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mweka Camp (3100m) to Mweka Gate (1800m) to Hotel

Walking Time: 4 – 5 hours
Distance: 10km
Altitude Loss: 1300m

The melodies of your porters' celebration will fill the air whilst you enjoy an appetizing breakfast. The 1,300m descent to the Mweka gate is classified as an easy trek and will only last a few hours. Gold Summit Certificates will be awarded to every member of your group as a small souvenir. Our drivers are one relaxed stroll to the Mweka village away and they will transport you to the hotel where an invigorating hot shower, plush mattress, dinner, and overnight. If you’ve decided to go on a safari – well, that’s a different adventure, and we’ll take care of that for you!

NB: Later on, at the hotel dinner time, we will celebrate, be congratulated, and be presented with your summit certificates. The day will conclude with best wishes for your upcoming safari adventure the next morning.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.