The 7-Day Lemosho Route offers a scenic and less crowded Kilimanjaro climb. It’s a fast, rewarding adventure led by expert guides to the summit.
The 7-days Lemosho Route is one of the most scenic and successful routes to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. It approaches Kilimanjaro from the western side, offering beautiful views, diverse landscapes, and a gradual altitude gain that improves acclimatization.
This route is popular for its high summit success rate, lower crowd levels (especially at the beginning), and the chance to experience a wide variety of ecosystems—from lush rainforest to alpine desert and glacier zones.
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights on the mountain
Start Point: Londorossi Gate (Western side of Kilimanjaro)
End Point: Mweka Gate (Southern side)
Highest Point: Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters / 19,341 feet)
Trekking Style: Camping (tents provided)
Best For: Climbers seeking a well-balanced mix of scenery, challenge, and success rate.
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Zone: Rainforest
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Your adventure begins with a drive to Lemosho Gate for registration and then to Lemosho trailhead. The hike starts through a lush rainforest rich in wildlife and ends at Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp. Expect a gentle but steady trek.
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Zone: Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The trail ascends steeply out of the forest and into the moorland zone. You’ll cross Shira Ridge and enter the vast Shira Plateau, where you’ll enjoy stunning views before reaching Shira 1 Camp for overnight stay.
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 7–8 hours
Zone: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is a challenging but important acclimatization day. You’ll hike from Shira 1 to Lava Tower at 4,600m, then descend to Barranco Camp. The “climb high, sleep low” strategy will help your body adjust to the altitude.
Distance: 5 km
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Zone: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start the day by scaling the impressive Barranco Wall, a fun and rewarding climb. The trail continues through scenic alpine valleys to Karanga Camp where you’ll spend the night and continue acclimatizing.
Distance: 4 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Zone: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A short but steep trek takes you to Barafu Camp, the base camp before your summit attempt. You’ll arrive in time to rest, eat an early dinner, and prepare for the midnight summit push.
Distance: 17 km
Hiking Time: 12–14 hours
Zone: Arctic to Rainforest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your summit climb around midnight. After 6–8 hours of trekking in the dark, you’ll reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Celebrate briefly, take photos, then begin your descent to Mweka Camp via Barafu. It’s a long, rewarding day.
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Zone: Rainforest
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy your final descent through the forest to Mweka Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificate. Our vehicle will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
Professional mountain guides, cook, and porters
All park fees and rescue fees
Transport to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport
Transfers to the Lemosho Gate and from Mweka Gate
Accommodation in mountain tents with sleeping mattresses
All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Clean, purified drinking water throughout the trek
Fair wages for porters and guides
Government taxes and levies
Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
Pre and post-trek hotel accommodation (1 night each) in Moshi
Kilimanjaro climbing certificate after a successful summit
International and domestic flights
Tanzanian Visa fee
Travel insurance and evacuation cover
Sleeping bags and personal trekking gear
Tips for guides, porters, and cook (recommended)
Additional hotel stays before or after the trek (if applicable)
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, souvenirs)
A scenic Kilimanjaro route with a shorter acclimatization period. Ideal for fit trekkers seeking a challenge and fewer crowds.
The most recommended option for high summit success. Allows better acclimatization with a gradual ascent through diverse landscapes.
Known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” it’s the only route with hut accommodations. A classic and comfortable climb with moderate difficulty.