8 days · Tanzania · Mountain trek
Kilimanjaro: Lemosho Route
Climb to Uhuru Peak, at 5,895 m the highest point in Africa, on the quieter and more scenic Lemosho Route. Eight days on the mountain give your body time to acclimatise, which greatly improves your chance of reaching the summit. No technical climbing skills needed, just good fitness and determination.
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8 days on the mountain
Route
Lemosho · Shira · Barranco · Uhuru Peak
Best time
Jan – Mar, Jun – Oct
Ideal for
Private climb or join a group
The roof of Africa
Kilimanjaro is the world’s tallest free-standing mountain and one of the most accessible of the great summits. The Lemosho Route approaches from the west through quiet rainforest, crosses the high Shira Plateau and joins the southern circuit beneath the Lava Tower and the Barranco Wall, offering some of the best scenery on the mountain. Its gradual profile and “climb high, sleep low” days make it one of the best routes for acclimatisation. Our mountain crews are experienced, well equipped and fairly paid, and our guides carry oxygen and first aid and monitor every climber twice a day.
Itinerary
Day by day
A sample route. Your planner will adjust camps and order to match the herds' position in your travel month.
Day 1 · Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa
Drive to the western trailhead and walk through lush rainforest to your first camp.
Days 2–3 · Across the Shira Plateau
Climb out of the forest onto open moorland and cross the vast Shira Plateau with views of Kibo.
Day 4 · Lava Tower & Barranco
Climb to the Lava Tower at about 4,600 m to acclimatise, then descend to sleep in the Barranco Valley.
Days 5–6 · Barranco Wall to Barafu
Scramble up the famous Barranco Wall, then traverse to Karanga and on to Barafu high camp.
Day 7 · Summit night
Begin around midnight to reach Stella Point and Uhuru Peak at sunrise, then descend to a lower camp.
Day 8 · Descent via Mweka
Walk down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate to collect your summit certificate and celebrate.
Included
— Park, camping and rescue fees
— Professional mountain guides, cook and porters
— Quality tents, sleeping mats and mess tent
— All meals and treated water on the mountain
— Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
— Hotel nights before and after the climb
— Airport transfers
Not included
— International flights and visas
— Travel insurance with high-altitude cover (required)
— Sleeping bag and personal gear (rental available)
— Tips for guides and crew
— Drinks and personal items
Climb Kilimanjaro with us
Climb privately with your own crew, or join one of our small group departures to share the adventure and the cost. Tell us your dates and we’ll suggest the best option.
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