Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Climb
OVERVIEW
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!