Route Overview
Starting on the western side of Kilimanjaro at Londorossi Gate, the Lemosho Route crosses the pristine Shira Plateau. Its 8-day profile allows for exceptional acclimatization, making it the route with the highest summit success rate on Mount Kilimanjaro.
Route Highlights
Day-by-Day Trek Itinerary
Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree Camp) – 2,820m
After park registration, begin the trek through dense forest. Overnight at Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree Camp).
Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp – 3,610m
Emerge from forest into heath zone and cross the Shira ridge. Overnight at Shira 1 Camp.
Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp – 3,850m
Gentle trek across Shira Plateau toward Kibo's glacier-capped peak. Overnight at Shira 2 Camp.
Shira 2 to Barranco Camp (via Lava Tower – 4,640m)
Climb high to Lava Tower (4,640m) and descend into Barranco Valley (3,960m). Overnight at Barranco Camp.
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp – 4,035m
Tackle the Great Barranco Wall and cross alpine ridges to Karanga Valley. Overnight at Karanga Camp.
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp – 4,640m
Steady climb to Barafu Ridge base camp; early rest before summit assault. Overnight at Barafu Camp.
Summit Day – Barafu to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), descend to Mweka Camp
Midnight ascent via Stella Point to Uhuru Peak at sunrise; descend to Mweka (3,100m). Overnight at Mweka Camp.
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – 1,640m
Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate for certificates and celebration.
What’s Included
- Park fees, camping equipment, and conservation fees
- Professional guides, cooks, and porters
- All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Clean drinking water, hot drinks, and snacks
- Portable toilet (if included in package)
- Daily health checks and emergency oxygen
- Round trip transfers to Londorossi Gate
- Climbing certificate upon completion
What’s Excluded
- International flights & visa
- Personal gear and sleeping bag
- Tipping for mountain crew
- Travel insurance
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