8 Days Lemosho Route

Tour Overview

Lemosho Route approaches Kilimanjaro from the West, just like Shira and newly established Northern Circuit Route. The start of the route is Londorossi Gate, which takes you on two days trek thru lush rainforest, followed by a range of rolling hills. The rest of the trek is classic mountain scenery, with camps where we setup our tents. Lemosho is usually 7 or 8 days trek, and it joins Machame Route when reached Barranco Camp. This is the most scenic of all the Kilimanjaro routes, and has the highest success rate. Lemosho is meant for people that are able to trek difficult terrain, and to sleep in the small tents for several days, but also for those who wish to explore superb wilderness. Descend is at the Mweka gate.

How fit do you need to be to climb Kilimanjaro?

Taking on the challenge of climbing Kilimanjaro is no small feat, primarily due to the high altitude, the pace of ascent, and the varying temperatures you’ll encounter. On an average day of the trek, you can expect to hike for six to seven hours. However, if you maintain good health and fitness, reaching the summit is entirely achievable. There are several strategies you can employ to enhance your chances of success and ensure a rewarding experience throughout the journey.

First and foremost, patience is key. Avoid rushing your hike; allowing your body ample time to adapt and acclimatize is crucial for your well-being.
Preparation is essential. Being physically fit will significantly ease the climbing process. Engage in hiking several months prior to your expedition, focusing on multi-day hikes for optimal training.
Additionally, incorporating running and aerobic exercises into your routine will further prepare you for the ascent. Consider adding an extra day to your itinerary. It’s challenging to predict who might experience altitude sickness, but by extending your climb by an additional day, you can mitigate this risk. Spreading the trek over more days allows your body to acclimatize more effectively to the higher elevations. We strongly recommend this approach to maximize your chances of reaching the summit.

BOOK THIS TREK

Included

Professional, experienced, mountain guides
Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
All meals while on the Mountain
Arrival and Departure transfers
Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
Clean, purified drinking water
Crisis management and safety procedures
Rescue fees
All national park fees
Fair and ethical treatment of porters
Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari

Excluded

Itinerary

Day 0: ARRIVAL - DRIVE TO MOSHI
Day 1: DRIVE FROM MOSHI TO LONDOROSSI GATE (2100M), HIKE TO FOREST CAMP (2750M)
Day 2: FOREST CAMP (2750M) – SHIRA 1 CAMP (3540M)
Day 3:SHIRA 1 (3540M) TO SHIRA 2 (3840M) TO MOIR HUT (4114)
Day 4: MOIR HUT ( 4114) TO LAVA TOWER ( 4600) TO BARRANCO CAMP (3950M)
Day 5:BARRANCO CAMP (3950M) TO KARANGA CAMP (4235M)
Day 6:KARANGA CAMP (4235M) TO BARAFU CAMP (4600)
Day 7: SUMMIT ATTEMPT (FROM BARAFU CAMP (4600M) TO UHURU PEAK (5895M) THEN DOWN TO MWEKA (3100M)
Day 8: MWEKA CAMP (3100M) TO MWEKA GATE (1980M), DRIVE TO MOSHI

Day 0

ARRIVAL - DRIVE TO MOSHI

Welcome to Tanzania: Meet and greet at arrival point by our transferring driver who will escort you to the waiting vehicle for loading your luggage then drive you to the Hotel in Moshi town. After checking in the hotel you will get a briefing about your next day’s trek then your mountain guide will check your gears. The rest of the day can be spent relaxing at the pool or exploring the town of Moshi.

ACCOMMODATION

Sellinero Hotel

Day 1

DRIVE FROM MOSHI TO LONDOROSSI GATE (2100M), HIKE TO FOREST CAMP (2750M)

After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up from Moshi and driven to the Londorossi gate. At the gate, the porters will organize and pack the belongings for the hike while you and your waiting lounge registering with the Tanzania National Park (TANAPA). You will then begin your ascent into the rainforest. During this section of the hike, you should expect rain, mud, and fog. Also, be on the lookout for wildlife, including Colobus monkeys! About halfway up the trail, you will have a lunch break and you will reach the Forest Camp in the late afternoon or early evening. The porters and chefs who move very fast up the mountain will reach camp before you and set up your tents, boil drinking water, and prepare snacks for your arrival. After washing up, a hot dinner will be served followed by overnight. Your Lemosho Route 8 Days, 7 nights Lemosho starts today.

ACCOMMODATION

Forest Camp

Day 2

FOREST CAMP (2750M) – SHIRA 1 CAMP (3540M)

We continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is amazing.

ACCOMMODATION

Shara 1 Camp

Day 3

SHIRA 1 (3540M) TO SHIRA 2 (3840M) TO MOIR HUT (4114)

his spectacular camp we will be going to today is located beneath the Northern Ice Fields of Kilimanjaro. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibo’s glaciered peak, across the plateau which leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. Then we continue to Moir Hut, a little-used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira is one of the highest plateaus on earth. Keep on Lemosho Route 8 Days, 7 nights Lemosho.

ACCOMMODATION

Moir Hut Camp

Day 4

MOIR HUT ( 4114) TO LAVA TOWER ( 4600) TO BARRANCO CAMP (3950M)

From Moir hut, we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth.” Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft. We now continue down to the Barranco Hut at an altitude of 13,000ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.

ACCOMMODATION

Barranco Camp

Day 5

BARRANCO CAMP (3950M) TO KARANGA CAMP (4235M)

This is a short hiking day meant for acclimatization. After early morning breakfast, it is now time to conquer the Great Barranco Wall! Although it may look intimating at first glance, hikers state that this Class 2 hike is usually much easier than they anticipated. At the top of the Wall, you will have a view of Heim Glacier and will be above the clouds. The trail then winds up and down in the Karanga Valley. You will spend the night at Karanga Camp (3950m) and enjoy dinner and washing at the site. Keep on Lemosho Route 8 Days, 7 nights Lemosho.

ACCOMMODATION

Karanga Campp

Day 6

KARANGA CAMP (4235M) TO BARAFU CAMP (4600)

After breakfast, you will begin your ascent. The trail intersects with the Mweka Route, which is the trail used to descend on the final two days. As you continue hiking for an hour, you will reach Barafu Hut. This is the last water stop for the porters because there is no accessible water at Barafu Camp (4550m). The word “barafu” in Swahili means “ice” and this camp is located on a rocky, exposed ridge. Tents will be exposed to wind and rocks so it is important for hikers to familiarize themselves with the campsite before dark. An early dinner will be served so hikers can rest before attempting the summit the same night. Your guide will brief you in detail on how to prepare for summit night. Get to sleep by 19:00!

ACCOMMODATION

Barafu Campp

Day 7

SUMMIT ATTEMPT (FROM BARAFU CAMP (4600M) TO UHURU PEAK (5895M) THEN DOWN TO MWEKA (3100M)

Your guide will wake you up at around 23:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt. The route heads northwest and you will ascend over stone scree. During the ascent, many hikers feel that this is the most mentally and physically challenging part of the climb. In about 6 hours, you will reach Stella Point (5685m), located on the crater rim. After enjoying the magnificent sunrise, you will continue ascending for about 2 hours on a snow-covered trail to Uhuru Peak (5895m). Reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro is a lifetime accomplishment! You will be able to spend a short time on the summit taking photographs and drinking tea before the descent to Barafu begins. The hike down to Barafu Camp takes about 3 hours. At camp, you will rest and enjoy a hot lunch in the sun. After eating, you will continue descending down to Mweka Hut (3100m). The Mweka Trail will lead you through the scree and rocks to the moorland and eventually into the rain forest. Mweka Camp (3100m) is located in the upper rain forest, so fog and rain should be expected. You will have dinner, wash, and rest soundly at camp. Summit attempt of Lemosho Route 8 Days, 7 nights Lemosho.

ACCOMMODATION

Mweka Camp

Day 8

MWEKA CAMP (3100M) TO MWEKA GATE (1980M), DRIVE TO MOSHI

Following a well-deserved breakfast, your staff will have a big celebration full of dancing and singing. It is here on the mountain that you will present your tips to the guide, assistant guides, chef(s), and porters. After celebrating, you will descend for three hours back to Mweka Gate. The National Park requires all hikers to sign their names to receive certificates of completion. Hikers who reached Stella Point (5685m) receive green certificates and hikers who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates. After receiving certificates, hikers will descend into the Mweka village for 1 hour (3 kilometers). You will be served a hot lunch then you will drive back to Moshi for long overdue showers and more celebrations.

ACCOMMODATION

Sellinero Hotel / Airport

Prices

	1 Pax	2 Pax	3 Pax	4 Pax	5 Pax	6 Pax	7 Pax	8 Pax	9 Pax	10 Pax
Lemosho 6 days	$2,104	$1,685	$1,575	$1,506	$1,505	$1,470	$1,479	$1,454	$1,435	$1,420
Lemosho 7 days	$2,451	$2,025	$1,817	$1,738	$1,738	$1,813	$1,707	$1,679	$1,661	$1,647
Lemosho 8 days	$2,762	$2,269	$2,111	$2,020	$2,019	$1,968	$1,980	$1,946	$1,920	$1,900

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