7 Days Lemosho Route - Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour

Tour Overview

The Lemosho Route is widely regarded as the most beautiful and scenic path on Kilimanjaro, approaching from the west across the remote Shira Plateau. This 7-day itinerary offers excellent acclimatization with the “climb high, sleep low” profile, resulting in one of the highest summit success rates while showcasing stunning, varied landscapes.

Starting in lush rainforest, the route crosses the vast Shira Plateau, traverses dramatic glacial valleys, and joins the southern circuit for the final ascent, providing panoramic views of the Breach Wall, Western Breach, and Southern Icefields.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Moshi or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), Tanzania

DEPARTURE TIME

Morning briefing and transfer to the gate after hotel pickup

INCLUDED

Airport transfers	Camping accommodation (tents)
All park fees & rescue fees	Professional guides & porters
3 meals per day on trek	Portable oxygen & comprehensive first aid

NOT INCLUDED

International flights	Crew tips (recommended)
Personal climbing equipment rental	Travel insurance & Tanzanian visa

With premium camping setup, private toilet tents, comfortable mats, and dedicated mess tents, the Lemosho Route combines remote wilderness beauty with high comfort and safety standards.

Day 1: Londorossi Gate (2,100m) to Big Tree Camp (2,780m)

Drive to Londorossi Gate for registration, then continue to Lemosho trailhead. Trek through undisturbed rainforest.

Hiking time: 3–4 hours
Distance: 6 km
Elevation gain: 680 m
Habitat: Rainforest

Day 2: Big Tree Camp (2,780m) to Shira Camp 1 (3,500m)

Steep ascent out of the forest onto the Shira Plateau with sweeping views of the moorland.

Hiking time: 6–8 hours
Distance: 8 km
Elevation gain: 720 m
Habitat: Moorland

Day 3: Shira Camp 1 (3,500m) to Shira Camp 2 (3,840m)

Easy day across the Shira Plateau with panoramic views of Kibo and the western glaciers.

Hiking time: 3–5 hours
Distance: 7 km
Elevation gain: 340 m
Habitat: Moorland

Day 4: Shira Camp 2 (3,840m) to Lava Tower (4,630m) to Barranco Camp (3,960m)

Climb to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend into the Great Barranco Valley.

Hiking time: 6–8 hours
Distance: 10 km
Elevation gain/loss: 790 m up, 670 m down
Habitat: Alpine desert

Day 5: Barranco Camp (3,960m) to Karanga Camp (4,035m)

Scramble up the Barranco Wall, then short traverse to Karanga Valley.

Hiking time: 4–5 hours
Distance: 5 km
Elevation gain: 75 m (net)
Habitat: Alpine desert

Day 6: Karanga Camp (4,035m) to Barafu Camp (4,640m)

Final ascent to high camp with views of the summit ahead.

Hiking time: 4–5 hours
Distance: 4 km
Elevation gain: 605 m
Habitat: Alpine desert

Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,100m)

Midnight summit push to Uhuru Peak for sunrise, then descend to Mweka Camp.

Hiking time: 7–8 hours ascent, 5–7 hours descent to Mweka
Distance: 5 km ascent, 12 km descent
Elevation gain/loss: 1,255 m up, 2,795 m down

Day 8: Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,640m)

Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive certificates and transfer to Moshi.

Hiking time: 3–5 hours
Distance: 10 km
Elevation loss: 1,460 m

1 review for 7 Days Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climb

physcode – January 24, 2017 :

Lemosho is simply breathtaking — the Shira Plateau views and perfect acclimatization made the summit achievable!

7 Days Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour