7-Day Tanzania Summit Mt Kilimanjaro via Lemosho Route

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

Starting point (2300m) to Mti Mkubwa (2750m)

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

After enjoying an appetising meal at the hotel, you will embark on a bumpy three-hour drive from the hotel to the Londorossi Gate. We will travel amid the fascinating town of Boma N’gombe and the native people of Sanya Juu. Registration will be completed at the gate and then we will drive to the starting point of your trek at 2,350m. The trail journeys through the thick, untamed rainforest for the day. Adorable Bush Babies and curious Black and White Colobus Monkeys may peer down from the high trees. Mti Mkubwa Camp is our final destination for the day and the hike is fairly short.

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)

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

The trail heads towards Shira Camp,1 and there a shift in scenery to the heather and moorland zone – an arid landscape sprinkled with contrasting silver fauna and flora as well as the enormous lobelias. Stunning views of Mount Meru engulfing the fiery sunset are present in the west, and the gleaming Kibo Peak makes its presence known. The light clouds will begin to float around you as you cross several calming streams to get to the Shira Ridge (3,600m). We will proceed to Shira Camp 1, where a delicious meal awaits.

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)

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

The moorland landscape remains with its dusty, rocky ground and low grasses and shrubs. The bright everlastings erupt from the ground, and the concentric rings of leaves on the celestial lobelias are astonishing. The scenic views of the towering mountain are best observed from this are, and the path is generally flat. A steaming hot lunch will be served at Shira Camp, and after the short excursions for acclimatisation are complete, you will rest for the remainder of the day.
In the evening, the stars twinkle from the infinite arch of darkness. In areas, they are sapphire balls and beautiful, shimmering in their heavenly finery. The ones on the outermost boundary, virtually outside the span of human comprehension, are like glinting pinpricks in a shroud of blackness.

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

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

Today, the Lemosho route connects with the Machame route before approaching Lava Tower. The landscapes are magnificent, and the trail begins with a gentle incline towards the beautiful sights of Kibo Peak. The first milestone is a jagged ridge named the Shark’s Tooth (4,400m), and after crossing the mysterious shadow valleys, we will come across the protruding Lava Tower (4,600m). Thousands of years ago, enormous volcanos erupted and spluttered the remains of the once-molten rocks. The gradual descent to the Barranco Camp features incredible views of the bleached Western Breach and the striking Barranco or ‘Breakfast’ Wall. This day follows the mountaineering principle of walking high and sleeping low, making it an ideal acclimation day.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Barranco Camp (3950m) to Barafu Camp (4700)

The day starts with a moderate trek up the Barranco Wall, a steep climb requiring hands and feet for 200m. At the top, enjoy stunning views of Kibo Peak and frosted landscapes. The trail crosses small streams and the lively Karanga River before stopping for lunch at Karanga Campsite (3,930m). Afterward, an hour’s climb up a granite ridge leads to Barafu Camp. This marks the end of the South Circuit, offering shifting views of the summit. The frozen grounds and cold temperatures make rest crucial. After a hearty meal, rest early for the midnight summit climb.

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 awoken at 11:00 pm for a light snack and hot beverage before starting your 5km trek to the summit. This 16-hour trek is the most demanding on the 7-day Lemosho Route, with temperatures dropping to -10°C. The trail ascends gradually through stunning valleys and scree fields, passing the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. At Stella’s Point (5,672m), you’ll witness the sky burst with colors as you approach the southern rim of Kibo. After reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895m), enjoy breathtaking views of glaciers, snowfields, and Mawenzi Peak. Descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest, then continue down to Mweka Camp (3,100m). The 9km route features barren moorland, forest, and stunning Kilimanjaro plains. After a 4-5 hour hike, enjoy a hot meal and a well-deserved rest.

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) - Hotel

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

You will enjoy an appetizing breakfast before your descent to the Mweka Gate (1,300m). The stroll provides you with beautiful scenery. A Gold Summit Certificate will be awarded upon reaching the gate, a token to symbolize successfully tackling the 7-day Lemosho Route. From the tranquil Mweka Village, our driver will transport you to the hotel for rest, dinner, and overnight. If you’ve chosen to continue on a safari – well, that’s another adventure, and we’ll manage that for you as well!

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not 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.