The Lemosho Route is truly picturesque and unspoilt with the possibility of sighting wild game along the forest section. This route is a superior option for trekkers seeking a quiet route away from the crowds for the first two days trekking.

The Lemosho route takes you from the Forest, Big tree, Shira Plateau to the rarely visited Moir Hut, onwards to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp. We ascend the Great Barranco Wall, a challenging and exhilarating rock scramble and approach Uhuru Summit from Barafu or Kossovo Camp and the ridge that abuts the Southeast Valley.

The climb from Barafu offers incredible views of Mawenzi Peak and Kilimanjaro’s remnant volcanic cone.

Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi or Arusha, Tanzania

A prompt departure at 8:30 AM.

Approximately 2:00PM to 4.00 PM.

Private Safari/Mid range/Tented camp/Camping (budget). Kindly confirm this with our safari specialist

Private accompanied by a ranger

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Professional Mountain Guide

Drinking water

Transportation to park gate returns

Accommodation on Mountain huts during trek

Meals-breakfast, lunch and dinner

Entrance and hut fees

Porters

Visas

Tips

International flights to the country

Any personal items of nature

You’ll be picked up from your Moshi accommodations and make the drive towards the Londorossi Gate.

Stopping along the way in a local village for lunch and to buy last minute supplies, you’ll then liaise with your guides and begin your ascent through the verdant rainforest that clothes the lower reaches of Kilimanjaro.

You’ll have a short three-hour hike through the forest today, but keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as Colobus monkeys as you make your way to Mti Mkubwa Camp to set down for the evening.

Elevation (m): 2,100m - 2,780m
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest

Full Board - Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch

You’ll bid farewell to the Kilimanjaro rainforest after breakfast, as your climb takes you gradually into scrubby moorland criss-crossed with quietly bubbling mountain streams.

You’ll cross over a vast plateau on your way to Shira 2 Camp, where you’ll have spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.

Setting up camp here for the evening, you’ll find your path has now crossed with those on the Machame Route.

Elevation (m): 2,780m - 3,900m
Distance: 15.6 km
Hiking Time: 8 hours
Habitat: Moorland

Full Board - Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch

Your first goal today will be the intimidating form of the Lava Tower (4,640m) and you’ll set off for this distinctive landmark immediately after breakfast. After ascending 700m to the Lava Tower, you’ll descend gradually towards Barranco Camp at 4,500m. Your trek again takes you through different vegetation zones and you’ll set up camp at the scenic Barranco Camp in the shadows of the imposing Barranco Wall. Considered the most beautiful of all of the camps on Kilimanjaro, Barranco will be your base for the evening.

Elevation (m): 3,000 m to 3,960 m
Distance: 10.3 Km
Hiking Time: 8 hours
Habitat: Semi Desert

Full Board - Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch

You’ll get your first real taste of mountain climbing today, as you’ll tackle Barranco Wall for a bit of old-fashioned rock climbing. After this initial trial, you’ll continue for another 3-4 hours until you reach your camp in the Karanga Valley, Stopping in time for lunch, you’ll have the afternoon to relax and acclimatize.

Elevation (m): 3,960 km to 4,100m
Distance: 5 km
Hiking Time: 5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Moorland

Half Board - Breakfast and Lunch

After your breakfast, you’ll continue on for another 2-3 hours until you reach Barafu Camp. Your hike takes you across an alpine desert, making for a truly otherworldly day of hiking. As you’ll be summitting tomorrow, it’s important that you eat a full meal and drink plenty of fluids before turning in for the evening.

Elevation (m): 4,100m - 4,700m
Distance: 5km
Hiking Time: 3 - 5 hours
Habitat: Desert

Half Board - Breakfast and Lunch

You’re starting your day early today – just after midnight, in fact! Your climbing team will wake you with a cup of hot tea and a light snack for energy as you get dressed and prepare your daypack for the adventure ahead. You’ll be hiking in utter darkness for the next 5-7 hours, so take it slow and you’ll arrive at Stella Point a few hours before dawn. From here, there’s another two hours of intense hiking before you reach your ultimate goal: Uhuru Peak. Standing at 5,985m, you’ll be able to experience a spectacular sunrise and take in the panoramic view. You’ve done it! After snapping your photos and soaking it all in, you’ll begin the descent back down towards Barafu Camp, where you’ll stop for lunch and some celebration. After a bit of rest, you’ll continue down to Mweka Camp to overnight.

Elevation (m): 4,700m - 5,895m - 3,100m
Distance: 21km
Hiking Time: 12-14 hours
Habitat: Snow / ice fields, moorland.

Half Board - Breakfast and Lunch

It’s a day of celebration today, as you’ll enjoy one last breakfast on the mountain before descending to the Mweka Gate. Here, you’ll get to celebrate with your porters and guides, provide them with their tips for their hard work, and collect your certificate of completion. Your driver will then whisk you away to your Moshi or Arusha hotel to get some well-earned rest.

Elevation (m): 4,700m - 5,895m - 3,100m
Distance: 21km
Hiking Time: 3 - 4 hours

Half Board - Breakfast and Lunch