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Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route
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Trekking 8 Days / 7 Nights Classic

Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route

Mount Kilimanjaro · Londorossi Gate · Shira Plateau · Uhuru Peak

The fuller Lemosho itinerary with maximum acclimatization time — eight days from the western rainforest start across Shira to a Barafu summit bid.

From $2,350 Enquire about this trip
Duration 8 Days / 7 Nights
Tour type Adventure
Group size 3 – 15+ guests
Tour guide 1 – 3+ guides

Overview

Among the strongest success-rate itineraries: Big Tree and Shira camps, Barranco and Karanga staging, then Uhuru Peak and a Mweka exit with camping crew support.

Destinations covered

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

Highlights

  • Scenic, less crowded Lemosho trail
  • Extra day for altitude adaptation
  • Shira Plateau panoramas
  • Barranco Wall and southern circuit
  • Professional guide and porter team

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

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 $2,350. Final cost depends on group size, travel dates, and lodge style — enquire for a tailored quote.

Travel plan

  1. Day 1
    Londorossi to Big Tree Camp

    Londorossi to Big Tree Camp

    Register at Londorossi Gate, trek rainforest to Big Tree Camp.

    Meals Lunch, Dinner Stay Big Tree Camp
  2. Day 2
    Big Tree to Shira 1

    Big Tree to Shira 1

    Heath and moorland trek to Shira 1 with early Kibo 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 Camp.

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

    Shira to Barranco via Lava Tower

    Climb to Lava Tower, lunch, descend to Barranco Camp.

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

    Barranco to Karanga

    Barranco Wall scramble then ridges to Karanga Camp.

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

    Karanga to Barafu

    Alpine desert to Barafu. Early dinner and rest.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay Barafu Camp
  7. Day 7
    Summit to Mweka Camp

    Summit to Mweka Camp

    Midnight climb to Uhuru Peak, then long descent to Mweka Camp.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay Mweka Camp
  8. Day 8
    Mweka Gate to Moshi

    Mweka Gate to Moshi

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

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch Stay —

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Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route
Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route
Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route
Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route
Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route
Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route
Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route
Mount Kilimanjaro Climb 8 Days Lemosho Route

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