Highlights
Reach the top of Africa's highest mountain via the Lemosho Route
Enjoy incredible, panoramic vistas en route
Spend a night at Crater Camp during descent
Itinerary
Embark on a nine-day guided trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via the spectacular Lemosho Route, renowned for its panoramic views and outstanding summit success rate. Ideal for adventurous travelers, this trip offers a less crowded pathway, allowing for deeper connection with the mountain and its pristine surroundings.
Your journey starts at Londorossi Gate, winding through lush rainforest and the striking expanse of the Shira Plateau. The trail then veers east to the Lava Tower before descending into the Barranco Valley, providing vital acclimatization time—a key advantage of the Lemosho Route. A highlight of this tour is the rare opportunity to spend a night at Crater Camp, just below the summit, granting an extraordinary perspective of Kilimanjaro’s glaciers and volcanic landscape.
The package includes two nights’ accommodation in Moshi—one before and one after the trek—ensuring you rest comfortably before and after your adventure. The Lemosho Route’s unique selling point is its blend of scenic diversity and high summit success, ideal for first-time trekkers seeking a well-paced ascent. For those who want to combine natural beauty with a genuine sense of achievement, this Kilimanjaro trek stands apart.
day 1Moshi – Londorossi Gate – Mti Mkubwa
We will pick you up from your hotel in Moshi and drive you to Londorossi Gate, which takes about four hours. Complete your formalities and travel to the Lemosho trailhead, the starting point of your climb. Your journey today comes to an end in Mti Mkubwa.
Walking distance: 6 km
Total time taken: 3 to 4 hours
day 2Mti Mkubwa – Shira 1 Camp
day 3Shira 1 Camp – Moir Hut
day 4Moir Hut – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
day 5Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp
day 6Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp
day 7Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak
day 8Crater Camp – Mweka Camp
day 9Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi

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