7 Days Kilimanjaro Trekking Lemosho Route
7 Days, 6 Night
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Experience the adventure of a lifetime on a 7-day trek up Mount Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route, renowned for its scenic beauty, diverse ecosystems, and high summit success rate. This route is ideal for climbers seeking a less crowded path with breathtaking views, as it winds through dense rainforests, moorlands, alpine deserts, and rocky summit zones.
The 7-day itinerary provides ample time for proper acclimatization, increasing your chances of reaching the summit while enjoying a well-paced journey. Along the way, you will be accompanied by experienced guides and support staff who ensure safety, offer expert advice, and make your climb both comfortable and unforgettable. This trek combines adventure, natural beauty, and the thrill of standing atop Africa’s highest peak, making it an extraordinary experience for every mountaineer.
Tour Summary
Day 1
Kilimanjaro Airport – Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa
Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2
Mti Mkubwa Camp – Moir hut camp
Accommodation: Shira 2 camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Moir hut camp – Barranco camp
Accommodation: Barranco Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Accommodation: Karanga Camp
Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Accommodation: Barafu Camp
Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Barafu Camp – Uhuru peak – Mweka Camp
Accommodation: Mweka Camp
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Arusha
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Day by day
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport – Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa
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Elevation: 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft
Distance: 6 km/4 miles
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
You are picked up in Moshi or Arusha and meet your mountain crew before driving to Londorossi Gate for registration. The trek begins along the Lemosho Route, starting in the Afromontane rainforest, the first of four ecological zones on the mountain. You hike through dense forest, gradually gaining altitude from 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft over about 4 miles, which takes approximately 3 to 4 hours.
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa to Moir Hut Camp
Altitude: 9,498 to 11,500 feet.
Distance: 8 km/ 5 miles
Hiking time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Health
From the forested slopes of Lemosho Route, you ascend through podocarpus and juniper forest before emerging into a landscape of heather and lichen-covered volcanic rock. The trail opens onto the wide Shira Plateau, offering expansive views and a sense of altitude gain. This section climbs from 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft over about 5 miles and takes approximately 5 to 6 hours.
Accommodation
Moir Hut Camp
Day 3: Moir hut camp to Barranco Camp
Altitude: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft
Distance: 8 km/5 miles
Walking time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
From Moir hut camp, you cross the slopes of Kibo. This section is harsh, with wide temperature swings and thin air. Few plants or animals survive here. The trail leads to the volcanic formation called Lava Tower, where you stop for lunch at 15,223 ft. Afterward, you descend to 13,044 ft. The total distance is about 7 km and the hike takes 4 to 6 hours.
Accommodation
Barranco camp
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft
Distance to climb: 5km/3miles
Climbing time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine desert
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
You have a shorter trekking day as you head toward Karanga Camp after climbing the steep Barranco Wall. This section requires focus and balance, with sections where you use both hands and feet to reach the top. Once over the wall, the trail eases as you cross into the Karanga Valley and continue to camp. The route covers about 3 miles, gaining a small elevation from 13,044 ft to 13,123 ft, and takes around 4 to 5 hours.
Accommodation
Karanga Camp | FB
Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft
Distance to go: 4 km/2 miles
Climbing time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine desert
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Today is a shorter ascent as you make your way to Barafu Camp, the base for your summit attempt. You climb steadily through a barren, high-altitude landscape, reaching camp in time for an early lunch. The rest of the day is set aside for rest and preparation before the night summit push. The route involves an ascent of about 3 miles, followed later by a descent of around 7 miles, with elevation ranging from 15,288 ft up to 19,341 ft and down to 12,467 ft. The ascent takes about 7 to 8 hours, while the descent takes 4 to 6 hours.
Accommodation
Barafu Camp | FB
Day 6: Barafu Camp - Uhuru peak - Mweka Camp
Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Descent to 3090 m/10,150 ft
Distance: 5 km/3miles up / 13 km/8 miles down
Hiking time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
Habitat: Rocky scree and ice-covered summit
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation
Mweka camp | Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Arusha.
Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
Distance: 10 km/6 miles
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, you continue your descent through the lush montane forest, enjoying the final stretch of the mountain. Around midday, you reach the gate, say farewell to your crew, and transfer back to Moshi or Arusha for your onward departure. The trek takes about 4 to 7 hours.
Price
| PAX | 2 PAX | 4 PAX | 6 PAX |
| Price | $ 2,442 | $ 2,256 | $ 2,207 |
Inclusions
- Transfers:
- Entry fees:
- Accommodation:
- Meals:
- Hiking and safety equipment:
- Climbing crew:
- Professional guides licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All guides are holders of Wilderness First Responder certification. All of them have 7+years of successful experience
Exclusions
- International flights;
- Visa fee (100 USD for American citizens and 50 USD for all others);
- Personal gear rentals;
- Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the climb);
- Portable toilets (if required – 250 USD per unit, one can be shared between 3-4 people);
- Mountaineering insurance. You’ll need special insurance for climbing Kilimanjaro that covers high-altitude trekking up to 6000 m.
- Tipping
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
The Lemosho Route uses camping-style accommodation, with comfortable tents at each campsite. Meals are prepared by experienced cooks, and porters assist with luggage.
Trek through lush rainforest, alpine moorlands, and rocky summit zones, with opportunities to spot colobus monkeys, exotic birds, and small antelopes along the lower sections. The changing landscapes make the route one of the most visually rewarding on Kilimanjaro.
Essential items include layered clothing, trekking boots, gloves, hat, sunscreen, trekking poles, headlamp, daypack, and reusable water bottles. Layering is important to adapt to varying temperatures from rainforest to summit.
Yes, for physically prepared beginners. The gradual ascent and extra acclimatization days make it manageable for first-time climbers, though fitness and determination are necessary.
Yes. Each trek includes professional guides, porters, and cooks, who ensure safety, carry luggage, and provide meals throughout the trek.
Yes, the 7-day trek can be adjusted for extra acclimatization days, combined with a safari, or tailored for your preferred pace.