Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Climb

8  DAYS
FROM  1739  USD

The 8-day Lemosho Route is one of the most scenic and less crowded routes on Kilimanjaro. It offers stunning views, beautiful forests, and ample time for acclimatization, giving climbers a higher chance of summiting successfully. Known for its gradual ascent, it’s ideal for those looking to enjoy the journey at a steady pace. This is an entirely private climb, whether you’re trekking solo or with a group. While the trek itself lasts 8 days on the mountain, the full itinerary is 10 days, including arrival and departure.

DETAILED ITINERARY

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you’ll be picked up and taken to your hotel in Arusha. Rest and get ready for the adventure ahead. Spend the night at Venus Premier Hotel, Arusha.

Travel from your hotel in Arusha to the Lemosho Gate. After completing registration, enjoy a packed lunch before beginning your trek through the lush rainforest. The trail will gradually take you higher, with the first stop at Mti Mkubwa Camp. Spend the night at Mti Mkubwa Camp.

Trek from Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp, leaving the rainforest behind and entering the open moorlands. Along the way, make a short acclimatization hike to Elephant Backbone for great views and to help adjust to the altitude. Spend the night at Shira 1 Camp.

Trek from Shira 1 Camp to Cathedral Peak, where you’ll have a short acclimatization hike and enjoy incredible views of the mountain. After taking in the scenery and having a snack, continue on to Shira 2 Camp for a hot lunch and some rest. Spend the night at Shira 2 Camp.

Head to Barranco Camp, passing through diverse landscapes as you descend into the Great Barranco Valley. On the way, stop at Lava Tower Camp for a short acclimatization hike and a hot lunch before continuing down to Barranco. Spend the night at Barranco Camp.

Climb the Barranco Wall, a challenging but exciting part of the trek. Continue your journey to Karanga Camp, where you’ll have lunch and some rest before heading out for an afternoon acclimatization hike, gaining 200 meters in altitude. Spend the night at Karanga Camp.

Ascend to Barafu Camp, the final stop before your summit push. Take the afternoon to relax and prepare for the early morning summit climb. Spend the night at Barafu Camp.

Start your summit climb just after midnight, trekking through the night to reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise. After celebrating your achievement, descend to Barafu Camp for a rest, and then continue to Millennium Camp for the night. Spend the night at Millenium Camp.

Descend from Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificate and celebrate your success. Transfer back to Arusha for some well-deserved rest. Spend the night at Venus Premier Hotel, Arush

Transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight home, ending your unforgettable Kilimanjaro adventure. You can consider extending onto a magical Tanzania safari experience or rejuvenating on the sandy beaches of Zanzibar!

INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

All transfers
2-nights hotel stay pre and post climb on BB
Professional mountain crew
Park fees & climbing permits
Rescue fees
Camping equipment
Private toilet
Nutritious meals
Purified drinking water
International airfare and visas
Trekking gear & personal equipment
Travel insurance
Crew gratuities
Meals outside the trek

CLIMBING RATES

1 person
2 peOPLE
3 peOPLE
4 peOPLE
5 peOPLE
6 peOPLE
7 peOPLE
$2,139*
$1,899*
$1,819*
$1,799*
$1,779*
$1,759*
$1,749*
1 person
2 peOPLE
3 people
4 people
5 people
6 people
7 people
$2,139*
$1,899*
$1,819*
$1,799*
$1,779*
$1,759*
$1,749*
* Cost per person

TERMS OF SERVICE

Airport Transfers

The package includes one airport pick-up and one drop-off, regardless of whether your group has 1 or 7 people. If you’re traveling as a group, please coordinate your flights so that they arrive/depart together, or plan for the first arrival to wait for the rest. This is because the cost covers one vehicle for pick-up and drop-off. If this arrangement doesn’t suit your needs, you can request additional transfers for an extra fee.

Transfers to/from the Mountain

Transportation to and from the mountain will be shared within your group only. No one outside your group will share these transfers.

Meals

Meals on the mountain are fully included in the package. However, meals at the hotel, other than breakfast, are not included.

Private Tours

All our tours are completely private, whether you book for one person or seven.

Tents and Rooming

On the Trek: A maximum of two people will share one tent within your group. Single tents are available upon request for an additional fee.

At the Hotel in Arusha: Room arrangements are based on group size and shared only within your group:

- 1 person: Single room
- 2 people: Twin room
- 3 people: Triple room
- 4 people: Two double rooms
- 5 people: One double + one triple room
- 6 people: Two triple rooms
- 7 people: Two double + one triple room, and so on.

Rooms are shared among your group members as per the package pricing. Single private rooms can be arranged for an extra cost if preferred.

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