Kilimanjaro Trek, 9 Days
7-Day Lemosho Route
The most remote and scenic approach on Kilimanjaro, outstanding wilderness, outstanding success rates. From $2,460 per person (group of 10–12 People).
Kilimanjaro Trek, 9 Days
Lemosho Route, Best Acclimatization (7 Days)
The Lemosho Route is the most loved route on Kilimanjaro for its lack of crowds and excellent acclimatization, approaching from the remote western side of the mountain. It is also one of the only routes where wildlife can be encountered.
This 7-day (9-day total package) version is highly recommended for those wanting the best possible chance of reaching Uhuru Peak. The route traverses the full Shira Plateau before joining the standard southern approach to the summit.
9 Days Total
Total Trip
From $2,460
Per person · group of 10–12 People
5,895m
Summit
Price Per Person (USD)
Day by Day
9-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Moshi
Airport transfer to hotel. Guide briefing and equipment check. Dinner included.
Day 2
Lemosho Glades (2,385m) → Big Tree Camp (2,780m)
Drive to the remote western Lemosho Gate. Trek through pristine, undisturbed rainforest with splendid birdlife and Black & White Colobus monkeys. Distance: 7km / Duration: ~4 hours.
Day 3
Big Tree Camp (2,780m) → Shira 2 Camp (3,900m)
Cover significant ground across grassy moorland and heather with volcanic rock formations. Pass through Shira 1 with views of Kibo Peak, then continue to Shira 2. Distance: 16.5km / Duration: 9–11 hours.
Day 4
Shira 2 Camp (3,900m) → Barranco Camp (3,960m)
Ascend through upland desert and lava ridges to the Lava Tower (4,640m) for lunch, an important acclimatization high point. Steep afternoon descent to Barranco Camp. Distance: 10km / Duration: ~7 hours.
Day 5
Barranco Camp (3,960m) → Karanga Camp (3,963m)
Descend into the Great Barranco ravine then climb the Barranco Wall, a memorable non-technical scramble under the Heim and Kersten glaciers. Trek on to Karanga Camp. Distance: 5.5km / Duration: ~5 hours.
Day 6
Karanga Camp (3,963m) → Barafu Camp (4,640m)
Steady uphill climb to the final high camp. Arrive by late afternoon, rest well for the midnight summit push. Distance: 3km / Duration: ~3 hours.
Day 7
Barafu Camp (4,640m) → Uhuru Peak (5,895m) → Millennium Camp (3,790m)
Summit push departs between midnight and 1am. Ascend to Stella Point (5,685m) at sunrise, then Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa. Descend to Millennium Camp. Distance: 13.4km / Duration: 12–15 hours.
Day 8
Millennium Camp (3,790m) → Mweka Gate (1,630m)
Final descent through forest. Summit certificates at Mweka Gate. Celebration dinner at the lodge. Distance: 12.1km / Duration: 6–7 hours.
Day 9
Departure from Moshi
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or onward to safari or Zanzibar.
What's Included
Not Included
Ready to Take the Lemosho Route?
The Lemosho Route gives you the best chance of reaching Uhuru Peak. Our KINAPA-certified guides will support you every step of the way.