Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Trek: 8-Day Itinerary

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

15 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

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Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

5894mHighest point reached

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Arusha, Tanzania

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Lemosho Route

Trek to the very top of the Roof of Africa

Stunning mountain views and high-altitude scenery

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If summiting Africa’s highest peaks is on your bucket list, the Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Trek offers a spectacular eight-day adventure to the “Roof of Africa.” This route, celebrated for its scenic beauty and lower crowds, guides trekkers across the sweeping Shira Plateau and through diverse ecosystems, from rainforests to alpine deserts. The Lemosho Route is renowned for its superior acclimatization schedule, which greatly increases your summit success rate—an impressive 90% for those taking the full eight-day itinerary.

Starting at Londorossi Gate, you’ll journey through shifting landscapes and circle around Kilimanjaro for ever-changing vistas. The final push to the summit is both challenging and exhilarating, but varied routes and gradual ascents give physically fit hikers their best chance to reach Uhuru Peak. The descent follows the classic Mweka Trail, ensuring new sights until the journey’s end.

With a focus on trekking and altitude adventure, this tour package is designed for experienced hikers seeking stunning panoramas and a genuine sense of achievement. The unique selling point is clear: an expertly guided, high-success trek along Kilimanjaro’s most picturesque and rewarding path.

day 1Day 1: Mti Mkubwa

Altitude: 6,562 to 8,692 Hike time: 3 hrs
Drive from Hotel to the Londorossi Park Gate located on the western side of Kilimanjaro. Arrive at the trailhead and start trek through the rain forest. In places, the vegetation is so untouched that it grows right across the narrow track. The flora and fauna are richer here than on the other, more popular routes. Our trek today will be along a little used track known as Chamber’s Route. Your rainforest camp at Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) will be reached in 3-4 hrs.

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day 2Day 2: Shira One Camp

day 3Day 3: Shira Two Camp

day 4Day 4: Barranco Camp

day 5Day 5: Karanga Valley

day 6Day 6: Barafu Camp

day 7Day 7: Final Ascent: Mkewa Camp

day 8Day 8: Arusha

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Transport to the gate and back

All meals to the mountain

Professional guide and porters

All the required camping materials

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