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- Duration: 7 days
- Difficulty: Medium
- Scenery: Good
- success rate: high
7 Days Climbing Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route
The 7-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route offers a thrilling and scenic trek to Africa’s highest peak, ideal for climbers seeking both adventure and acclimatization. Starting on the western slopes, the Lemosho Route combines diverse landscapes—from lush rainforest to rugged alpine zones—providing breathtaking panoramic views and a higher success rate due to its gradual ascent. Each day brings unique vistas and wildlife encounters, enhancing the journey’s appeal. This 7-day Kilimanjaro climb is designed for those with limited time but a strong will to conquer the summit, making it a popular choice for climbers ready to experience Kilimanjaro’s grandeur.
7 Days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary
Day 0
Arrival (Pre-trek Briefing)
We recommend all trekkers to organize their own flights to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airpot. Then If you have opted for the optional airport transfers, we will pick you up from Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha airport and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
Arrive at least a day before your trek to attend a pre-trek briefing at your hotel. We will review your gear and provide any necessary equipment rentals
Day 1
Arrival
- Arrival : Pre-trek Briefing
- Transport: Private transfer
- Accomodation: Hotel
Day 1
Hotel to Mti Mkubwa Camp
After breakfast and briefing, drive to Lemosho Park Gate. From here a forest track requiring a 4WD vehicle leads to Lemosho Glades. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite.
Day 1
- Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 2650m/8700ft
- Distance: 6km/4mi
- Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
- Habitat: Montane Forest
- Accomodation: Camping
- Meals included: Lunch / Dinner
Day 2
Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 2 Camp
After breakfast, we continue as the trail gradually steepens and enters the giant heather moorland zone. After several streams are crossed we continue over the Shira Ridge past the Shira 1 camp and on to the Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream.
Day 1
- Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3850m/12,600ft
- Distance: 16km/10mi
- Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
- Accomodation: Camping
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 3
Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp
From the Shira Plateau we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes to the Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp. Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
Day 1
- Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft
- Distance: 8km/5mi
- Walking Time: 5-6 hours
- Habitat: Semi-desert
- Accomodation: Camping
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail.
Day 1
- Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft
- Distance: 5km/3mi
- Climbing Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Accomodation: Camping
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
We continue up to the Barafu Camp. You have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day.
Day 1
- Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft
- Distance: 4km/2mi
- Climbing Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Accomodation: Camping
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 6
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit.
From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. Once at Uhuru Peak you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa!
From the summit we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.
Day 1
- Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft Down to 3090m/10,150ft
- Distance: 5km/3mi up / 13km/8mi down
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
- Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
- Accomodation: Camping
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel
After breakfast we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
Our vehicle will be waiting for you at Mweka gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha
Day 1
- Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
- Distance: 10km/6mi
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Forest
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch
Inclusions and Exclusion
The price includes:-
- All transfers to the mountain and back to your hotel
- Quality mountain tent and Sleeping Mattress
- All meals while on the Mountain
- Conservation fees (part of park fees)
- Professional, experienced, mountain guides
- VAT (18% charged by the Government)
- Clean, purified drinking water
- Kilimanjaro summit certificate
- Meals
- Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)
- Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
- Rescue fees (part of park fees)
- Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
The price Excludes:-
- Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
- Liquors, beers and bottled beverages
- Tanzania Visa
- Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Transfers (available as an optional addon)
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- International and domestic flights
- Hotel (available as an optional addon)
Price per person Sharing
Solo
2 pax
3 pax
4 pax
5 pax
6 pax
7+ pax
USD 2320
USD 2143
USD 2121
USD 2094
USD 2080
USD 2079
USD 2071
SOLO
2 PAX
3 PAX
4 PAX
5 PAX
6 PAX
7 PAX +
USD 2320
USD 2143
USD 2121
USD 2094
USD 2080
USD 2079
USD 2071
Facts to know before climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, a 19,340-foot (5,895-meter) mountain, has three peaks and popular trekking routes. Climbers traverse diverse climate zones over 6–9 days, depending on the route. The first successful ascent was in 1889 by Hans Meyer and Ludwig Purtscheller, also requiring an average fitness level.
Trekking Distance
Long Route 98 KM | Short Route 62 KM
Kilimanjaro Three Peaks
Kibo | Mawenzi | Shira
Climate Zones
Rainforest, Heather, Moorland, Alpine, Arctic
First Climb
1889, Hans Meyer and Ludwig Purtscheller
Required Skills
Average fitness level
Kilimanjaro Routes
Lemosho, Machame, Rongai, Northern Circuit, Marangu, Umbwe
Kilimanjaro Hike Lengths
5-9 days depend on Routes
The Kilimanjaro 7-Day Lemosho Route is a preferred trekking path on Mount Kilimanjaro due to its scenic beauty, gradual ascent, and high success rate. Starting from the western base, this route takes climbers through lush rainforests, high moorlands, and alpine deserts before reaching the summit. Known for fewer crowds, diverse landscapes, and better acclimatization opportunities, the 7-day Lemosho Route is popular among those seeking a safe and enjoyable Kilimanjaro climb.
The Kilimanjaro 7-Day Lemosho Route provides a gradual ascent profile, allowing more time for climbers to adjust to higher altitudes, significantly reducing the risk of altitude sickness. With extra days built in for acclimatization, this route increases the chances of a successful summit compared to shorter routes. Climbers experience a carefully paced trek, making the 7-day Lemosho Route ideal for those seeking both safety and a higher summit success rate on Kilimanjaro.
The optimal times to climb the Kilimanjaro 7-Day Lemosho Route are during the dry seasons, from January to mid-March and from June to October. These periods offer clear skies, better trail conditions, and more comfortable trekking temperatures. While it is possible to climb Kilimanjaro year-round, the rainy seasons (April-May and November) present more challenges due to wet, muddy conditions, making the climb more difficult on this and other Kilimanjaro routes.
The Kilimanjaro 7-Day Lemosho Route is moderately challenging and well-suited for climbers with reasonable physical fitness. While no technical skills are necessary, climbers should be prepared for long trekking days, high altitudes, and potentially extreme weather. Due to its gradual ascent, the Lemosho Route is one of the more manageable Kilimanjaro routes. Training with cardiovascular and strength exercises is highly recommended to ensure endurance and improve summit success on Kilimanjaro.
The Kilimanjaro 7-Day Lemosho Route itinerary includes trekking from the rainforest zone up through moorlands and alpine deserts, with camps at Shira, Barranco, and Barafu along the way. Climbers should prepare with appropriate gear for cold and warm weather, ensure physical conditioning, and consider pre-climb acclimatization if possible. Partnering with a trusted tour operator can provide essential support, safety guidance, and expert knowledge, all of which are critical for a successful Kilimanjaro summit experience on the Lemosho Route.
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