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7 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Lemosho Route
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Trekking 7 Days / 6 Nights Classic

7 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Lemosho Route

Mount Kilimanjaro · Londorossi Gate · Shira Plateau · Uhuru Peak

A scenic western Lemosho approach with strong acclimatization and fewer crowds — seven days across rainforest, Shira Plateau, and the southern circuit.

Duration 7 Days / 6 Nights
Tour type Adventure
Group size 3 – 15+ guests
Tour guide 1 – 3+ guides

Overview

Lemosho is prized for scenery and summit rates. This plan enters via Londorossi, crosses Shira, uses climb-high/sleep-low Barranco pacing, then summits from Barafu and exits via Mweka.

Destinations covered

  • Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Londorossi Gate
  • Shira Plateau
  • Uhuru Peak

Highlights

  • Less crowded scenic western start
  • Shira Plateau and Barranco Wall views
  • Gradual ascent for better acclimatization
  • High summit success profile
  • Rainforest to alpine desert variety

Best time to visit

Dry seasons are preferred: roughly January to mid-March and June to October. Climbs run year-round with wetter weather in the rains.

What’s included

  • Park, camping/hut, and rescue fees as applicable
  • Mountain guides, porters, and cooks
  • Meals on the mountain (full board)
  • Camping or hut gear per route
  • Transfers to/from the trailhead
  • Portable oxygen and first-aid kit
  • Summit certificate on successful ascent
  • Airport transfers as arranged

What’s excluded

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for mountain crew
  • Personal climbing gear (hire available)
  • Hotel nights in Moshi/Arusha before and after unless stated
  • Personal snacks and soft drinks

Pricing

Listed from-price: From $2,200. Final cost depends on group size, travel dates, and lodge style — enquire for a tailored quote.

Travel plan

  1. Day 1
    Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

    Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

    Drive to Londorossi Gate, trek rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp.

    Meals Lunch, Dinner Stay Mti Mkubwa Camp
  2. Day 2
    Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1

    Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1

    Forest to heather/moorland; overnight Shira 1 with Meru and Shira views.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay Shira 1 Camp
  3. Day 3
    Shira 1 to Shira 2

    Shira 1 to Shira 2

    Cross Shira Plateau to Shira 2 with Kibo panoramas.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay Shira 2 Camp
  4. Day 4
    Shira to Lava Tower to Barranco

    Shira to Lava Tower to Barranco

    Ascend toward Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco Camp.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay Barranco Camp
  5. Day 5
    Barranco to Karanga

    Barranco to Karanga

    Climb Barranco Wall and continue to Karanga Camp.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay Karanga Camp
  6. Day 6
    Karanga to Barafu & summit push

    Karanga to Barafu & summit push

    Trek to Barafu, rest, then midnight summit toward Uhuru Peak; descend to Mweka Camp.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay Mweka Camp
  7. Day 7
    Mweka Gate to Moshi

    Mweka Gate to Moshi

    Final descent to Mweka Gate, certificate, transfer to Moshi.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch Stay

Tour gallery

Moments from this journey — open any photo for a closer look.

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