Scenic Lemosho Route To Kilimanjaro Adventure
Scenic Lemosho Route. Looking for a less crowded, scenic route with a high summit success rate? Look no further than the Lemosho route. This route is a favorite among trekkers due to its stunning views, serene surroundings, and minimal traffic.
Starting from the west, the journey begins with a scenic drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate. The first two days are spent trekking through the lush rainforest to Shira Plateau.
At Shira 2 Camp, the scenic Lemosho route merges with the Machame route and follows the same path through the southern circuit, culminating with a descent at Mweka Gate. We recommend a minimum of 7 days for this route, but 8 days is preferable to ensure proper acclimatization and improve summit success.
Embark on this once-in-a-lifetime trek and experience the majestic beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro. Contact us today to start planning your adventure!
Upon Arrival Kilimanjaro International airport – Boma: 30kms/30minutes drive
We’ll arrange for your transfer to House of West Kili, where you can spend the night and enjoy a delicious breakfast before meeting your guide for the final preparations before the trek.
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Trek Day 1: Overnight Camp at Big Tree/Mti Mkubwa
Start: Lemosho Gate (2385 m)
Finish:Â Big Tree Camp (2780 m)
Altitude: ↑ 395 m
Walking Time: 2-3hrs
This moderate climb takes you on a scenic journey through a dense mountain forest along a narrow trail, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Trek Day 2: Shira 1 Camp
Start:Â Big Tree Camp (2780 m)
Finish:Â Shira Camp 1 (3500 m )
Altitude: ↑ 720 m
Walking Time:Â 4-5hrs
The trail gradually ascends and descends through varied terrain beyond the rainforest, offering stunning vistas of the Shira Ridge and the Kibo Summit.
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Trek Day 3: Shira 2 Camp
Start:Â Shira Camp 1 (3500 m)
Finish:Â Shira Camp 2 (3900 m)
Altitude: ↑ 400 m
Walking Time: 3-4hrs
This is a short trek with moderate elevation gain through the heat and moorland zone, offering stunning views as we cross the Shira Ridge.
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Trek Day 4: Barranco Camp
Start:Â Shira Camp 2Â (3900 m)
Finish: Barranco Camp (3960 m)
Altitude: ↑ 740 m ↓ 680 m
Walking Time:Â 6-7h
A lengthy hike through the heath and moorland zone, showcasing stunning vegetation, leads to the impressive Lava Tower.
Trek Day 5: Karanga Camp
Start: Barranco Camp (3960 m)
Finish:Â Karanga Camp (4035 m)
Altitude: ↑ 100 m ↓ 25 m
Walking Time:Â 3-4hrs
Ascending the steep Barranco Wall provides a rewarding view of Kibo’s southern glacier, followed by continuously undulating terrain.
Trek Day 6: Barafu Camp
Start:Â Karanga Camp (4035 m)
Finish:Â Barafu Camp (4640 m)
Altitude: ↑ 615 m
Walking Time:Â 3-4hrs
A narrow trail winds through the rocky alpine desert, offering stunning views without requiring advanced technical skills.
Trek Day 7: Mweka Camp (3080 m)
Start:Â Barafu Camp (4640 m)
Finish: Uhuru Peak (5895 m) – Mweka Camp (3080 m)
Altitude: ↓ 1255 m ↓ 2815 m
Walking Time:Â 10-14h
The ascent to Stella Point is a challenging and strenuous climb, with a steep and lengthy incline that can be cold and arduous. However, the reward is a breathtaking panorama of the crater ridge and summit. The descent can also be quite steep and lengthy, and altitude may impact the climb.
Trek Day 8: Mweka Gate (1630 m)
Start:Â Mweka Camp (3080 m)
Finish:Â Mweka Gate (1630 m)
Altitude: ↓ 1450 m
Walking Time:Â 2-3h
We will pick you up and transfer you to Gold Crest Hotel for an overnight on bed and breakfast basis
Day 9: Departure
After the Kilimanjaro trek, we’ll provide a comfortable transfer to the Gold Crest Hotel, where you’ll enjoy an overnight stay on a bed and breakfast basis. It’s the perfect opportunity to rest and recover before your departure.
Please Note: Package Includes
- 2-way airport transfers – 1 on arrival and 1 on departure
- Full board accommodation during the trek – 3 meals daily
- Park fees, camping fees & rescue fee
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- Transportation to & from the mountain gate
- filtered water throughout the trek
- Pre & Post Trek accommodation in Moshi town on bed and breakfast Basis
- Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
- Filtered drinking water throughout the trek
- Enough porters to carry your camping equipment and food supplies
- Certificate of achievement
- Camping tents
- 1 night at House of West Kili – bed and breakfast basis
- 1 night at Gold Crest Hotel – bed and breakfast basis
- Evacuation Insurance – Amref Flying Doctors
Please Note: Package Excludes
- Visa
- Tips
- Laundry
- All items of personal nature like sunscreen, sun glasses, etc
- Trekking gear like sleeping matO gaiters, boots and rain gear
- Oxygen cylinder
- Chemical toilet
