Moshi - Tanzania
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The Lemosho route is one of the best acclimatization routes. The route is less used and a beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau. The route is one of the few where groups can be accompanied by an armed ranger on the first day, as the forests around the Lemosho Glades are home to buffalo, elephants and other wildlife.
The minimum duration of the Lemosho route is 6 days, but we strongly recommend that you complete the route in 7 days. The extra 7 days gives your body more time to acclimatise, reducing the effects of altitude sickness, and gives you more time to rest before attempting the summit.
Our driver will meet you at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) and take you to your hotel in Moshi. Do not worry if you are slow clearing customs, our driver will be waiting for as long as necessary. After you settle in at your hotel, we will go through an equipment check with you. If any items are lacking, they can be rented at this time. Your guide will meet you for a thorough pre-climb briefing where all questions will be answered. For night time arrivals these things can be done the early the next morning.
After registration at Londorossi Gate, you’ll drive a short distance to the Lemosho starting point, where the trail begins in lush montane rainforest. This region is rich in wildlife, and you may spot black-and-white colobus monkeys or even small antelope. The path climbs gently through ancient trees dripping with moss until you arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp, located under a dense forest canopy.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping at Mti Mkubwa Camp
Leave the rainforest behind and enter the moorland zone, with dramatic scenery and open skies. After lunch near Shira 1, continue across the scenic Shira Plateau to reach Shira 2 Camp. A long day that greatly aids acclimatization.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping at Shira 2 Camp
Elevation: 12,628 ft / 3,850 m → 15,190 ft / 4,630 m → 13,044 ft / 3,970 m
Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
Hiking Time: 7–8 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Today follows the acclimatization principle of “climb high, sleep low.” You’ll trek to the impressive Lava Tower before descending to the lush Barranco Valley, home to giant groundsels.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping at Barranco Camp
Elevation: 13,044 ft / 3,970 m → 13,106 ft / 3,995 m
Distance: 5 km / 3.1 miles
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Start the day climbing the iconic Barranco Wall, a steep but non-technical scramble with rewarding views. After the wall, traverse valleys and ridges across rocky terrain, with Kibo always in sight. Karanga Camp, perched on a ridge, is your final water source before summit night.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping at Karanga Camp
Elevation: 13,106 ft / 3,995 m → 15,331 ft / 4,673 m
Distance: 4 km / 2.5 miles
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
A shorter, steeper trek today. Climb through arid alpine desert terrain toward Barafu Camp, the base camp for summit night. Upon arrival, eat early and rest as you’ll begin your summit push around midnight. Views of Mawenzi Peak and the Southern Icefield are stunning from camp.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping at Barafu Camp
Elevation: 15,331 ft / 4,673 m → 19,341 ft / 5,895 m → 10,065 ft / 3,068 m
Distance: 5 km / 3.1 miles (Ascent), 12 km / 7.5 miles (Descent)
Hiking Time: 12–14 hours
Habitat: Arctic to Moorland
Start the final ascent in darkness. Reaching Stella Point at sunrise and Uhuru Peak soon after is a life-changing experience. Celebrate briefly, then descend to Mweka Camp for a well-earned rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping at Mweka Camp
Elevation: 10,065 ft / 3,068 m → 5,380 ft / 1,640 m
Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Your final descent through the rainforest is relaxing and filled with natural beauty. At Mweka Gate, you’ll receive your summit certificate and transfer to your hotel in Moshi.
Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel is included in the climb package. Our driver will be available at any time to take you to Kilimanjaro Airport. If you have booked a safari, we typically will leave just after breakfast. Checkout time at the hotel is 10am. If you have a flight departing later in the day, we will try to obtain a late checkout for you or arrange for a day room if you desire.
We do not compromise on safety and quality, so our prices are not the cheapest. However, it is also not as high as other companies. We take great pride in the value for money we provide to every customer.
The per person prices below are based on the number of people booking the trip together.
