8 Days Climbing Kilimanjaro Route via Lemosho
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8 Days Climbing Kilimanjaro Route via Lemosho Overview
The Lemosho Route is among Kilimanjaro’s most scenic treks, offering diverse landscapes and higher success rates. This eight-day adventure passes through rainforest, moorlands, alpine desert, and glaciers. With expert guides, comfortable camps, and gradual acclimatization, climbers maximize chances of reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895m) for breathtaking views above Africa’s highest mountain.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport. Meet guide and transfer to Moshi hotel. Briefing, equipment check, and dinner. Overnight stay in preparation for the exciting climb beginning tomorrow morning.
Day 2: Lemosho Gate – Big Tree Camp
Drive to Lemosho Gate. Trek through lush rainforest filled with birds and monkeys. Picnic lunch on route. Arrive at Big Tree Camp. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Big Tree Camp – Shira Camp 1
Hike gradually upward through forest into moorland. Beautiful views open across Shira Plateau. Picnic lunch during hike. Arrive at Shira Camp 1. Dinner and overnight included.
Day 4: Shira Camp 1 – Shira Camp 2
Continue across Shira Plateau with stunning mountain scenery. Picnic lunch on trail. Short hike to Shira Camp 2. Dinner and overnight, with acclimatization hike optional.
Day 5: Shira Camp 2 – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend into Barranco Valley. Picnic lunch en route. Arrive Barranco Camp. Dinner and overnight stay. Stunning views of glaciers.
Day 6: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp
Climb the Barranco Wall with panoramic mountain views. Picnic lunch along trail. Gentle trek to Karanga Camp. Dinner and overnight stay, preparing for higher altitude tomorrow.
Day 7: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp
Steady climb through alpine desert towards Barafu Camp. Picnic lunch included. Rest and early dinner. Overnight stay before midnight summit attempt to Uhuru Peak, Kilimanjaro’s highest point.
Day 8: Summit Uhuru Peak – Descend to Mweka Camp
Midnight summit push to Stella Point and Uhuru Peak. Watch sunrise over glaciers. Descend to Barafu, continue to Mweka Camp. Dinner and overnight after celebration.
Price Includes
- Park and camping fees
- Accommodation (hotel in Moshi + mountain camps)
- Meals during trek
- Professional mountain guides and porters
- Drinking water
- Airport transfers
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and porters
- Climbing gear rental
- Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses