8 Days Lemosho Route Hiking Expedition Adventure

Start on an unforgettable Kilimanjaro hiking expedition 8 days via the Lemosho Route exploring the majestic beauty of Africa highest peak

8 Days Lemosho Route Hiking Expedition Adventure Itinerary

Experience extraordinary 8 days Kilimanjaro hiking expedition via the Lemosho Route, exploring the grandeur of Africa highest peak. This adventure takes you through diverse landscapes, from lush rainforests to barren alpine deserts, as you ascend to Kilimanjaro\'s summit. With experienced guides, proper acclimatization, and a well-planned itinerary, this hiking experience offers an unforgettable journey.

Tour Highlights:

  • Day 1 : Lemosho Glades (2,385m) to Big Tree Camp (2,780m)
  • Day 2 : Big Tree Camp (2,780m) to Shira 1 Camp (3,900m)
  • Day 3 : Shira 1 Camp (3,500m) to Shira 2 Camp (3,960m)
  • Day 4 : Shira 2 Camp (3,900m) to Barranco Camp (3,960m)
  • Day 5 : Barranco Valley Camp to Karanga Camp (3,963m)
  • Day 6 : Karanga Camp (3,963m) to Barafu Camp (4,640m)
  • Day 7 : Barafu Camp (4,640m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,100m)
  • Day 8 : Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,630m)
  • Day 1: Lemosho Glades (2,385m) to Big Tree Camp (2,780m)

    Lemosho Glades (2,385m) to Big Tree Camp (2,780m)

    After breakfast and a briefing from your guide, you'll be driven from your hotel in Moshi to Lemosho Gate. Once there, you'll complete the necessary registration processes before starting your climb. Today's hike takes you steadily through the beautiful forests of the Lemosho Glades until you reach Big Tree Camp, where you'll spend the night. Enjoy hot water for washing up, followed by cups of tea or coffee and popcorn as you wait for your first dinner on Kilimanjaro.

    Destination: Londorossi Gate To Lemosho Gate To Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp

    Accommodation: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite

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    Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite
    Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite
    Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite
    Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

    Day 2: Big Tree Camp (2,780m) to Shira 1 Camp (3,900m)

    Big Tree Camp (2,780m) to Shira 1 Camp (3,900m)

    After breakfast, leave Big Tree Camp and continue your ascent towards Shira 1 Camp. The trail will take you through rainforests and into the savannah, where tall grasses and volcanic rock await. Keep an eye out for stunning views of Kibo Peak floating among the clouds. Today's hike involves gaining some altitude and includes steep sections.

    Destination: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp To Shira 1 Camp

    Accommodation: Shira 1 Campsite

      public camp site

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    Shira 1 Campsite
    Shira 1 Campsite
    Shira 1 Campsite

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

    Day 3: Shira 1 Camp (3,500m) to Shira 2 Camp (3,960m)

    Shira 1 Camp (3,500m) to Shira 2 Camp (3,960m)

    Today, you'll depart from Shira 1 Camp and hike towards Shira 2 Camp. The journey will take you across moorland and heathland, offering magnificent views of the unique flora and Mount Meru (the fifth summit of Africa) if weather conditions allow. Upon reaching Shira 2 Camp, enjoy lunch and embark on a two-hour acclimatization hike towards Lava Tower Camp, gaining an additional 200 meters in altitude

    Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp

    Accommodation: Shira 2 Campsite

      public camp site

    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
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    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

    Day 4: Shira 2 Camp (3,900m) to Barranco Camp (3,960m)

    Shira 2 Camp (3,900m) to Barranco Camp (3,960m)

    Begin your hike with an ascent through panoramic landscapes, walking in the climatic zone of the upland desert and along lava ridges beneath the Western Breach glaciers. The day's highlight is reaching the distinct pinnacle of the Lava Tower (4,640m), where you'll have lunch and take in the stunning surroundings. Afterward, make a steep descent to Barranco Camp, nestled in the base of the Great Barranco Valley. From camp, you'll have extensive views of the plains below.

    Destination: Shira 2 Camp To Lava Tower To Barranco Camp

    Accommodation: Barranco Campsite

      public camp site

    Barranco Campsite
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    Barranco Campsite Kilimanjaro
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    Barranco Campsite Kilimanjaro

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

    Day 5: Barranco Valley Camp to Karanga Camp (3,963m)

    Barranco Valley Camp to Karanga Camp (3,963m)

    On this day, wake up early and tackle the famous Barranco Wall, known as the "Breakfast Wall." The climb is not technically difficult but requires endurance. After conquering the wall, rest and capture memorable photos with the majestic Kibo volcano as your backdrop. Then continue on a more challenging hike to Karanga Camp, which features several ascents and descents. Upon arrival, enjoy a warm lunch, followed by an acclimatization hike toward Barafu Camp and back to Karanga Camp.

    Destination: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp

    Accommodation: Karanga Campsite

      public camp site

    Karanga Campsite
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    Karanga Campsite Kilimanjaro

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

    Day 6: Karanga Camp (3,963m) to Barafu Camp (4,640m)

    Karanga Camp (3,963m) to Barafu Camp (4,640m)

    After breakfast, begin your journey to Barafu Summit Camp, the starting point for your night summit to Uhuru Peak. The hike takes you across desolate scree slopes without vegetation, and it becomes progressively steeper. Once at Barafu Camp, rest and prepare for the final challenge. Complete an acclimatization hike toward Kosovo Summit Camp (4,800m) before returning to Barafu Camp for a hot dinner. Spend the rest of the day resting and sleeping before the night summit.

    Destination: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp

    Accommodation: Barafu Campsite

      public camp site

    Barafu Campsite Kilimanjaro
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    Barafu Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Barafu Campsite Kilimanjaro

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

    Day 7: Barafu Camp (4,640m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,100m)

    Barafu Camp (4,640m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,100m)

    Begin the summit attempt around midnight, ascending steeply towards the summit glaciers. The climb involves walking on scree for 4 to 5 hours, gaining incredible altitude in a short distance. Reach Stella Point (5,739m) on the crater rim, where you can enjoy the sunrise and breathtaking views. Continue for approximately an hour to reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Afterward, descend to Stella Point, then further down to Barafu Camp for breakfast. From there, continue the descent to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved rest.

    Destination: Barafu Camp To Uhuru Peak To Mweka Camp

    Accommodation: Mweka Campsite

      public camp site

    Mweka Campsite
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    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

    Day 8: Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,630m)

    After a leisurely breakfast, embark on a gentle descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Complete the necessary park formalities and receive your certificates, celebrating your achievement. Vehicles will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Moshi, where you can enjoy a refreshing shower and celebrate with cold drinks.

    Destination: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast

    TOUR PRICE/COST

    We offer two pricing options:

  •   Private Tour (Sharing Price)
  • The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

  •   Group Joining Tour
  • Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Private (Shared) Price

    No of pax Adult Child
    1 pax $1,942  pp $1,457  pp
    2–4 pax $1,917  pp $1,438  pp
    5–9 pax $1,892  pp $1,419  pp
    10–15 pax $1,867  pp $1,400  pp

    Group joining price

    AdultChild
    $1,917  pp $1,438  pp

    PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

    Inclusions
  •  Sleeping bag or bed linen
  •  Rescue fee
  •  Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  •  All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  •  Camping equipment (only sleeping bag/bed linen may be listed as excluded)
  •  All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  •  All Taxes/VAT
  • Exclusions
  •  International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
  •  Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  •  Tips: tipping guideline
  •  Personal items
  •  Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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    RELATED FAQS ABOUT 8 Days Lemosho Route Hiking Expedition Adventure

    Q: What is the Exploring Kilimanjaro 8 days Lemosho Route Hiking Expedition?

    A: It is an adventurous hiking journey to summit Kilimanjaro's peak, Uhuru Peak, through the scenic and challenging Lemosho Route.

    Q: How long is the Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro hike?

    A: The expedition spans 8 days, allowing hikers to acclimatize and maximize their chances of successfully reaching the summit.

    Q: Is prior hiking experience required for this Kilimanjaro expedition?

    A: While prior hiking experience is beneficial, individuals with good physical fitness and determination can undertake the challenge.

    Q: When is the best time to embark on the Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro hike?

    A: The best time is during the dry seasons of January to March and June to October, offering favorable weather conditions.

    Q: How challenging is the Lemosho Route for Kilimanjaro hiking?

    A: The Lemosho Route is considered moderately challenging due to its varied terrain and high altitude, demanding proper preparation.

    Q: Are there age restrictions for participants in the Lemosho Route expedition?

    A: While there is no strict age limit, participants should be in good physical health to handle the rigors of high-altitude hiking.

    Q: Are there experienced guides and porters for the Kilimanjaro hiking expedition?

    A: Yes, experienced guides and porters accompany hikers, ensuring safety and providing support throughout the journey.

    Q: What essential items should I pack for the Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro hike?

    A: Proper hiking gear, weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy hiking boots, a reliable sleeping bag, and personal necessities are essential.

    Q: How safe is the Kilimanjaro hiking experience via the Lemosho Route?

    A: Safety is a top priority, with experienced guides monitoring participants' well-being and offering assistance as needed.

    Q: What is the success rate for reaching the Kilimanjaro summit on the Lemosho Route?

    A: The Lemosho Route has a higher success rate due to its gradual ascent, allowing better acclimatization and increased chances of summiting Uhuru Peak, the highest point of Kilimanjaro.

    Q: How safe is the Kilimanjaro hiking experience via the Lemosho Route?

    A: Safety is a top priority, with experienced guides monitoring participants' well-being and offering assistance as needed.

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    My 8 Days Lemosho Route Hiking Expedition with Burigi Chato Safaris was exceptional in every way. The staff worked together like a family, and they made us feel part of it. The guides were professional and very knowledgeable about the terrain and weather. The Lemosho Route was scenic and less crowded, which made the journey even more enjoyable. The...
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    My 8 Days Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro hike with Burigi Chato Safaris was a dream come true. The route offered everything—from green rainforests to rocky ridges and icy peaks. The team’s care and organization made the entire trek smooth and enjoyable. The guides were patient and kept everyone motivated, while the porters worked tirelessly behind the s...
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