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9 Days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

From $ 2,680 pp

Duration: 9 Days

Tour Type: Hiking

Trip Overview

Experience an unforgettable 9-day adventure along the Lemosho Route, one of Mount Kilimanjaro’s most scenic trails. This route takes you through lush rainforests, open moorlands, and dramatic alpine landscapes, giving you the best chance to acclimatize and reach the summit safely. Over nine days, you’ll explore diverse ecosystems, enjoy panoramic views, and challenge yourself to stand atop Africa’s highest peak at 5,895 meters. With expert guides, dedicated porters, and a carefully paced itinerary, this trek combines adventure, natural beauty, and cultural encounters for a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Dramatic Moorlands & Alpine Desert: See the stunning transition from tropical rainforest to high-altitude moorlands and rugged alpine terrain.

Cultural Encounters & Team Support: Connect with local guides and porters who ensure a safe and memorable trek while sharing their stories.

Dramatic Moorlands & Alpine Desert: See the stunning transition from tropical rainforest to high-altitude moorlands and rugged alpine terrain.

Summit Kilimanjaro at Uhuru Peak: Witness the breathtaking sunrise from the roof of Africa, an unforgettable achievement.

Itinerary In Details

Arrival & Pre-Trek Briefing

If you have selected optional airport transfers, our team will meet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi.

Later in the day, you will attend a pre-trek briefing with your mountain guide. During this session, we will review the itinerary, conduct a full equipment check, and arrange rental gear if needed. We recommend arriving at least one day before the trek begins to rest and prepare.

Meals: Dinner (depending on hotel plan)

Day 1 : Moshi Hotel to Mti Mkubwa Camp

After breakfast and a final briefing, drive to Londorossi Park Gate (approx. 3 hours) for registration. From there, a 4WD track leads to the Lemosho Glades, where the trek officially begins.

You will hike through beautiful montane forest along gentle trails to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp. Wildlife sightings are possible in this area.

  • Elevation: 1,830m (6,000ft) to 2,650m (8,700ft)

  • Distance: 6 km / 4 miles

  • Hiking Time: 2–3 hours

  • Habitat: Montane Forest

  • Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 : Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

The trail gradually steepens as you leave the forest and enter the giant heather and moorland zone. You cross several streams and ascend the Shira Ridge, with stunning views of the plateau below.

You descend slightly to Shira 1 Camp, set beside a stream on the Shira Plateau.

  • Elevation: 2,650m (8,700ft) to 3,500m (11,500ft)

  • Distance: 8 km / 5 miles

  • Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

  • Habitat: Moorland

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 : Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

A gentle trek across the wide Shira Plateau leads to Shira 2 Camp, surrounded by moorland meadows and expansive mountain views. This relaxed hiking day supports acclimatization, with optional short walks available in the afternoon.

  • Elevation: 3,500m (11,500ft) to 3,850m (12,600ft)

  • Distance: 8 km / 5 miles

  • Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

  • Habitat: Moorland

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 : Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp (Via Lava Tower)

From the Shira Plateau, the trail heads east toward the Lava Tower (4,650m), also known as the “Shark’s Tooth.” This high-altitude trek is crucial for acclimatization.

After lunch near Lava Tower, you descend into the scenic Barranco Valley, arriving at Barranco Camp, famous for its dramatic views of the Barranco Wall and surrounding glaciers.

  • Elevation: 3,850m (12,600ft) to 4,000m (13,000ft)

  • Distance: 8 km / 5 miles

  • Hiking Time: 5–6 hours

  • Habitat: Semi-desert

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 : Acclimatization Day at Barranco Camp

This full acclimatization day allows your body to adjust to altitude. You’ll enjoy a short exploratory hike around the valley before returning to camp to rest.

Barranco Camp is often considered the most beautiful campsite on Kilimanjaro, offering spectacular sunsets and panoramic views.

  • Elevation: 4,000m (13,000ft)

  • Hiking Time: Short acclimatization walks

  • Habitat: Semi-desert

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

After breakfast, you climb the famous Barranco Wall, a steep but non-technical scramble offering breathtaking views. The trail then traverses ridges and valleys before descending slightly to Karanga Camp, located at the junction connecting to the Mweka Trail.

  • Elevation: 4,000m (13,000ft) to 4,050m (13,250ft)

  • Distance: 5 km / 3 miles

  • Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

  • Habitat: Alpine Desert

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 : Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Today’s hike takes you higher into the alpine desert as you ascend to Barafu Camp, your base camp for summit night. From here, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the summit from multiple angles along the South Circuit.

After an early dinner, you rest and prepare for the final ascent.

  • Elevation: 4,050m (13,250ft) to 4,700m (15,350ft)

  • Distance: 4 km / 2 miles

  • Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

  • Habitat: Alpine Desert

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

You begin the summit attempt around midnight, trekking between the Rebmann and Ratzel Glaciers toward Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most physically and mentally demanding section of the climb.

At Stella Point, you pause briefly to witness a stunning sunrise before continuing for approximately one hour to Uhuru Peak (5,895m)—the Roof of Africa.

After celebrating your achievement, descend to Barafu Camp for lunch, then continue down to Mweka Camp for your final night on the mountain.

  • Elevation: 4,700m (15,350ft) → 5,895m (19,340ft) → 3,090m (10,150ft)

  • Distance: 5 km up / 13 km down

  • Hiking Time: 5–7 hours up / 5–6 hours down

  • Habitat: Stone scree & ice-capped summit

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Transfer to Hotel

After breakfast, descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificates.

A Sweet Memory Adventure vehicle will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in Moshi for a well-earned rest and celebration.

  • Elevation: 3,090m (10,150ft) to 1,680m (5,500ft)

  • Distance: 10 km / 6 miles

  • Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

  • Habitat: Forest

  • Meals: Breakfast

Includes

  • Professional, experienced, mountain guides
  • Guides, Porters, Cook salaries, and park fees
  • Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
  • All meals while on the Mountain
  • Quality Mess tents with tables and chairs
  •  Fresh, healthy, nutritious food
  • Clean, purified drinking water
  • Conservation fees (part of park fees)
  • Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)
  • Rescue fees (part of park fees)
  • VAT (18% charged by the Government)
  • Kilimanjaro summit certificate
  • All transfers to the mountain and back to your hotel

Excludes

  • Alcohol and soft drinks
  • Sleeping bag
  • Flights
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs
  • Travel insurance
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