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Kilimanjaro Lemosho route

  • Route Start Point: Remote western approach via Lemosho Gate, offering a peaceful and scenic start away from crowds.
  • Summit with Confidence: Excellent acclimatization on 8+ day treks, with a short Barranco Wall scramble suitable for beginner to intermediate hikers.
  • Scenery: Superb views through the rain-forest, heather & moorland, alpine desert and arctic zone.
  • Ethical climbing: Each and every trek externally monitored by 'KPAP' & 'KRTO' for the highest fair treatment standards.
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Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route - 8 day trek - Route map

Overview

Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

Embark on an unforgettable journey along the Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route, a non-technical but immensely rewarding camping path. Renowned for its captivating scenery and panoramic views, this route has rapidly become a favored choice for adventurers ascending Kilimanjaro. Originating in the remote western regions of Kilimanjaro, the Lemosho Route offers a serene and less-traveled path, meandering through lush forest reserves and leading to stunningly diverse landscapes.

As you ascend, you'll traverse the expansive Shira Plateau, marveling at the awe-inspiring vistas, before seamlessly merging with the southern circuit. One of the route's highlights includes the exhilarating 'scrambling' section at the Barranco Wall, offering an authentic mountaineering experience without the need for specialized equipment or prior climbing expertise. This unique blend of accessibility and adventure makes the Lemosho Route an exceptional choice for both seasoned trekkers and enthusiastic beginners.

Route itinerary options

Click to expand the various itinerary options for this route. Itineraries indicated as * Recommended * are chosen for their duration, acclimatization and good route profile.

Day 0 - Arrival and climb breifing

Moshi townToday has no planned activities and is only an arrival day for you to reach your base lodge in time for a pre-climb briefing with your mountain guide.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: Optional airport transfers available
  • Meals included today: None
  • Approx. trekking distance: None
  • Start altitude: Unknown
  • End altitude: Unknown
  • Highest Altitude reached: Unknown
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: Unknown

Overnight: Optional (see add-ons below)

Overnight: Chanya by Ardhi

Twin room at Chanya Lodge in Moshi Tanzania featuring two wooden canopy beds with mosquito netting light wood furniture and a cozy atmosphere ideal for Kilimanjaro climbers and safari travelers seeking comfort and charm.

Style: Mid-range lodge
Location: Moshi (Kiborloni), outside of Moshi town center
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Bristol Cottages

Twin room at Bristol Cottages Moshi Tanzania with comfortable beds, white linens, and natural light, ideal stay before Mount Kilimanjaro climb

Style: Budget-range lodge
Location: Moshi, Town Center
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Kilimanjaro Machare Coffee Lodge

Style: Luxury Lodge
Location: Moshi (Machare Coffee Estate), Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Day 1 - Lemosho gate to Mti Mkubwa (Big tree) camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Rain forestYou will be transferred by road from Moshi (or Arusha) to Lemosho gate. After registration you continue on the 4x4 track till the trail head where you begin your trek through the rain forest zone with your guide. The forest is thick and diverse with flora / fauna, and you may experience rain this afternoon which is common in this zone making the path slightly slippery. A short and winding path takes you steadily to the first camp

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: 2-3 hours
  • Meals included today: Picnic lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 7km or 4.5mi (2-3 hours)
  • Start altitude: 2100m or 6890ft
  • End altitude: 2780m or 9120ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 2780m or 9120ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +680m or +2230ft

Overnight: Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) campsite, 2780m or 9120ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 2 - Mti Mkubwa (Big tree) camp to Shira Two camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Heather and Moorland zoneToday your journey will be long and takes you into the Shira Plateau; one of the highest plateaus on earth and through the heather and moorland zone and has a steady pace along the Shira ridge. As you lead into the Shira two camp, you can start to see your final destination (Kibo) towering ahead of it’s western breach.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 13km or 8mi (8-10 hours)
  • Start altitude: 2780m or 9120ft
  • End altitude: 3900m or 12795ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 3900m or 12795ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +1120m or +3675ft

Overnight: Shira Two campsite, 3900m or 12795ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 3 - Shira Two camp to Barranco Camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Heather and Moorland zoneYour hike today takes you towards to Kibo cone steadily climbing up and over the edges of the alpine desert to your first high altitude at the lava tower (4630m or 15190ft). Today helps you to acclimatize and also is a great indicator to see how your body can handle the higher altitude. From the Lava Tower you begin your steep descent anti clockwise around Kibo and into the Barranco Valley passing the large flowering mountain cacti (Kilimanjaro Senecios) unique to Kilimanjaro. The day ends around the same elevation as you started on the edge of the heather and moorland.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 10km or 6mi (6-8 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3900m or 12795ft
  • End altitude: 3960m or 12990ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4630m or 15190ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +785m or +2575ft / -670m or -2200ft

Overnight: Barranco campsite, 3960m or 12990ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 4 - Barranco Camp to Karanga camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Alpine DesertThis morning you will leave the camp and ascend the Barranco wall. This is an impressive non-technical scramble and gives a feeling of mountain climbing (without any previous experience or advanced equipment required) and is rewarded with a superb view from the top back into the camp and the Heim glacier on the peak. The remainder of the hike will be through the alpine desert slowly winding around the mountain till the Karanga valley which you descend into and again up till your camp. Karanga valley is the last water point.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 6km or 4mi (3-5 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3960m or 12990ft
  • End altitude: 4040m or 13255ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4250m or 13945ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +290m or +955ft / -210m or -690ft

Overnight: Karanga campsite, 4040m or 13255ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 5 - Karanga camp to Barafu camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Alpine DesertToday you climb almost casually through the empty landscape of the alpine desert where you keep a slow pace even though the path is not extremely steep. Kibo cone starts to near and you may finally glimpse the Mawenzi peak (Kilimanjaro’s second peak) in the east. The short distance means you have plenty of time at your summit camp to rest and prepare for the summit attempt tonight.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 4km or 2.5mi (3-4 hours)
  • Start altitude: 4040m or 13255ft
  • End altitude: 4640m or 15225ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4640m or 15225ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +600m or +1970ft

Overnight: Barafu campsite, 4640m or 15225ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 6 - Barafu Camp to Stella point to Uhuru peak to Mweka camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Ice camp / arctic zoneIn the early morning (around 00:00am) you begin your final ascent to the summit of Uhuru peak through the arctic zone. The trek is a steep hike over loose volcanic scree through the dark and cold night and takes a slow pace in a zig-zag pattern towards Stella point (5685m or 18650ft) which is your first stop on the Kibo crater rim. From here a short (but difficult) hike remains to take you to Uhuru Peak (5895m or 19341ft), the highest point in Africa. You usually don’t spend that long at the peak due to the extreme altitude and will descend back down to the base camp for your breakfast / brunch. After your gear is packed up you continue the descent through the alpine desert, heather and moorland and eventually stopping at Mweka camp in the rain forest zone for a well-deserved rest.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Midnight snack, brunch, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 19km or 12mi (14-18 hours)
  • Start altitude: 4640m or 15225ft
  • End altitude: 3700m or 12220ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 5895m or 19431ft (Peak!)
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +1255m or +4206ft / -2195m or -7211ft

Overnight: Mweka campsite, 3080m or 10105ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 7 - Mweka camp to Mweka gate

Kilimanjaro mountain rain forestYour final day on Kilimanjaro is a descent through the southern rain forest until Mweka gate where our vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Moshi town. Usually, the crew will leave you at Mweka gate and it’s a perfect opportunity to say goodbye to your crew who all generally head directly home from the end gate.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: 1 hour (to Moshi) / 2 hours (to Arusha)
  • Approx. trekking distance: 10km or 6mi (3-4 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3700m or 12220ft
  • End altitude: 1630m or 5350ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 3080m or 10105ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: -1450 or -4755ft
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, 'Celebration Lunch'

Overnight: Optional (see add-ons below)

Overnight: Chanya by Ardhi

Twin room at Chanya Lodge in Moshi Tanzania featuring two wooden canopy beds with mosquito netting light wood furniture and a cozy atmosphere ideal for Kilimanjaro climbers and safari travelers seeking comfort and charm.

Style: Mid-range lodge
Location: Moshi (Kiborloni), outside of Moshi town center
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Bristol Cottages

Twin room at Bristol Cottages Moshi Tanzania with comfortable beds, white linens, and natural light, ideal stay before Mount Kilimanjaro climb

Style: Budget-range lodge
Location: Moshi, Town Center
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Kilimanjaro Machare Coffee Lodge

Style: Luxury Lodge
Location: Moshi (Machare Coffee Estate), Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Day 0 - Arrival and climb breifing

Moshi townToday has no planned activities and is only an arrival day for you to reach your base lodge in time for a pre-climb briefing with your mountain guide.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: Optional airport transfers available
  • Meals included today: None
  • Approx. trekking distance: None
  • Start altitude: Unknown
  • End altitude: Unknown
  • Highest Altitude reached: Unknown
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: Unknown

Overnight: Optional (see add-ons below)

Overnight: Chanya by Ardhi

Twin room at Chanya Lodge in Moshi Tanzania featuring two wooden canopy beds with mosquito netting light wood furniture and a cozy atmosphere ideal for Kilimanjaro climbers and safari travelers seeking comfort and charm.

Style: Mid-range lodge
Location: Moshi (Kiborloni), outside of Moshi town center
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Bristol Cottages

Twin room at Bristol Cottages Moshi Tanzania with comfortable beds, white linens, and natural light, ideal stay before Mount Kilimanjaro climb

Style: Budget-range lodge
Location: Moshi, Town Center
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Kilimanjaro Machare Coffee Lodge

Style: Luxury Lodge
Location: Moshi (Machare Coffee Estate), Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Day 1 - Lemosho gate to Mti Mkubwa (Big tree) camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Rain forestYou will be transferred by road from Moshi (or Arusha) to Lemosho gate. After registration you continue on the 4x4 track till the trail head where you begin your trek through the rain forest zone with your guide. The forest is thick and diverse with flora / fauna, and you may experience rain this afternoon which is common in this zone making the path slightly slippery. A short and winding path takes you steadily to the first camp

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: 2-3 hours
  • Meals included today: Picnic lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 7km or 4.5mi (2-3 hours)
  • Start altitude: 2100m or 6890ft
  • End altitude: 2780m or 9120ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 2780m or 9120ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +680m or +2230ft

Overnight: Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) campsite, 2780m or 9120ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 2 - Mti Mkubwa (Big tree) camp to Shira one camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Heather and Moorland zoneThis morning you quickly leave the forest zone on a steep path as the dense vegetation slowly eases into the Heather and moorland zone. The remainder of the day takes you on a steady hike across the Shira ridge where views of the Shira peak (the third of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic cones) gives you the spectacular jagged scenery of this eroded peak.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 7km or 4.5mi (4-5 hours)
  • Start altitude: 2780m or 9120ft
  • End altitude: 3505m or 11500ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 3505m or 11500ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +725m or +2380ft

Overnight: Shira One campsite, 3505m or 11500ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 3 - Shira One camp to Shira Cathedral Peak to Shira Two camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Heather and Moorland zoneTodays hike takes you gradually across the Shira Plateau within the heather and moorland and an optional extra hike to the Shira Cathedral peak (3880m) before gradually taking you to Shira two camp. Shira is the third of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic cones and has been shaped by lava and volcanic activity to create a stunning jagged peak and offering a unique western view of Kibo, the highest of the peaks and your final destination on the tour.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 6km or 4mi (3-5 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3505m or 11500ft
  • End altitude: 3845m or 12615ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 3872m or 12705ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +340m or +1115ft / -27m or -90ft

Overnight: Shira Two campsite, 3845m or 12615ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 4 - Shira Two camp to Barranco Camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Heather and Moorland zoneYour hike today takes you towards to Kibo cone steadily climbing up and over the edges of the alpine desert to your first high altitude at the lava tower (4630m or 15190ft). Today helps you to acclimatize and also is a great indicator to see how your body can handle the higher altitude. From the Lava Tower you begin your steep descent anti clockwise around Kibo and into the Barranco Valley passing the large flowering mountain cacti (Kilimanjaro Senecios) unique to Kilimanjaro. The day ends around the same elevation as you started on the edge of the heather and moorland.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 10km or 6mi (6-8 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3845m or 12615ft
  • End altitude: 3960m or 12990ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4630m or 15190ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +785m or +2575ft / -670m or -2200ft

Overnight: Barranco campsite, 3960m or 12990ft

Overnight: Standard tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

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Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 5 - Barranco Camp to Karanga camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Alpine DesertThis morning you will leave the camp and ascend the Barranco wall. This is an impressive non-technical scramble and gives a feeling of mountain climbing (without any previous experience or advanced equipment required) and is rewarded with a superb view from the top back into the camp and the Heim glacier on the peak. The remainder of the hike will be through the alpine desert slowly winding around the mountain till the Karanga valley which you descend into and again up till your camp. Karanga valley is the last water point.

 

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 6km or 4mi (3-5 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3960m or 12990ft
  • End altitude: 4040m or 13255ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4250m or 13945ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +290m or +955ft / -210m or -690ft

Overnight: Karanga campsite, 4040m or 13255ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

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Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 6 - Karanga camp to Barafu camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Alpine DesertToday you climb almost casually through the empty landscape of the alpine desert where you keep a slow pace even though the path is not extremely steep. Kibo cone starts to near and you may finally glimpse the Mawenzi peak (Kilimanjaro’s second peak) in the east. The short distance means you have plenty of time at your summit camp to rest and prepare for the summit attempt tonight.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 4km or 2.5mi (3-4 hours)
  • Start altitude: 4040m or 13255ft
  • End altitude: 4640m or 15225ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4640m or 15225ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +600m or +1970ft

Overnight: Barafu campsite, 4640m or 15225ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

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Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

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Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 7 - Barafu Camp to Stella point to Uhuru peak to Mweka camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Ice camp / arctic zoneIn the early morning (around 00:00am) you begin your final ascent to the summit of Uhuru peak through the arctic zone. The trek is a steep hike over loose volcanic scree through the dark and cold night and takes a slow pace in a zig-zag pattern towards Stella point (5685m or 18650ft) which is your first stop on the Kibo crater rim. From here a short (but difficult) hike remains to take you to Uhuru Peak (5895m or 19341ft), the highest point in Africa. You usually don’t spend that long at the peak due to the extreme altitude and will descend back down to the base camp for your breakfast / brunch. After your gear is packed up you continue the descent through the alpine desert, heather and moorland and eventually stopping at Mweka camp in the rain forest zone for a well-deserved rest.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Midnight snack, brunch, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 19km or 12mi (14-18 hours)
  • Start altitude: 4640m or 15225ft
  • End altitude: 3700m or 12220ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 5895m or 19431ft (Peak!)
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +1255m or +4206ft / -2195m or -7211ft

Overnight: Mweka campsite, 3080m or 10105ft

Overnight: Standard tent

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Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

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Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

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Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 8 - Mweka camp to Mweka gate

Kilimanjaro mountain rain forestYour final day on Kilimanjaro is a descent through the southern rain forest until Mweka gate where our vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Moshi town. Usually, the crew will leave you at Mweka gate and it’s a perfect opportunity to say goodbye to your crew who all generally head directly home from the end gate.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: 1 hour (to Moshi) / 2 hours (to Arusha)
  • Approx. trekking distance: 10km or 6mi (3-4 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3700m or 12220ft
  • End altitude: 1630m or 5350ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 3080m or 10105ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: -1450 or -4755ft
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, 'Celebration Lunch'

Overnight: Optional (see add-ons below)

Overnight: Chanya by Ardhi

Twin room at Chanya Lodge in Moshi Tanzania featuring two wooden canopy beds with mosquito netting light wood furniture and a cozy atmosphere ideal for Kilimanjaro climbers and safari travelers seeking comfort and charm.

Style: Mid-range lodge
Location: Moshi (Kiborloni), outside of Moshi town center
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Overnight: Bristol Cottages

Twin room at Bristol Cottages Moshi Tanzania with comfortable beds, white linens, and natural light, ideal stay before Mount Kilimanjaro climb

Style: Budget-range lodge
Location: Moshi, Town Center
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Overnight: Kilimanjaro Machare Coffee Lodge

Style: Luxury Lodge
Location: Moshi (Machare Coffee Estate), Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
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Day 0 - Arrival and climb breifing

Moshi townToday has no planned activities and is only an arrival day for you to reach your base lodge in time for a pre-climb briefing with your mountain guide.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: Optional airport transfers available
  • Meals included today: None
  • Approx. trekking distance: None
  • Start altitude: Unknown
  • End altitude: Unknown
  • Highest Altitude reached: Unknown
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: Unknown

Overnight: Optional (see add-ons below)

Overnight: Chanya by Ardhi

Twin room at Chanya Lodge in Moshi Tanzania featuring two wooden canopy beds with mosquito netting light wood furniture and a cozy atmosphere ideal for Kilimanjaro climbers and safari travelers seeking comfort and charm.

Style: Mid-range lodge
Location: Moshi (Kiborloni), outside of Moshi town center
Website: Visit website
Trip-Advisor Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Bristol Cottages

Twin room at Bristol Cottages Moshi Tanzania with comfortable beds, white linens, and natural light, ideal stay before Mount Kilimanjaro climb

Style: Budget-range lodge
Location: Moshi, Town Center
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Overnight: Kilimanjaro Machare Coffee Lodge

Style: Luxury Lodge
Location: Moshi (Machare Coffee Estate), Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
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Day 1 - Lemosho gate to Mti Mkubwa (Big tree) camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Rain forestYou will be transferred by road from Moshi (or Arusha) to Lemosho gate. After registration you continue on the 4x4 track till the trail head where you begin your trek through the rain forest zone with your guide. The forest is thick and diverse with flora / fauna, and you may experience rain this afternoon which is common in this zone making the path slightly slippery. A short and winding path takes you steadily to the first camp

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: 2-3 hours
  • Meals included today: Picnic lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 7km or 4.5mi (2-3 hours)
  • Start altitude: 2100m or 6890ft
  • End altitude: 2780m or 9120ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 2780m or 9120ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +680m or +2230ft

Overnight: Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) campsite, 2780m or 9120ft

Overnight: Standard tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 2 - Mti Mkubwa (Big tree) camp to Shira one camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Heather and Moorland zoneThis morning you quickly leave the forest zone on a steep path as the dense vegetation slowly eases into the Heather and moorland zone. The remainder of the day takes you on a steady hike across the Shira ridge where views of the Shira peak (the third of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic cones) gives you the spectacular jagged scenery of this eroded peak.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 7km or 4.5mi (4-5 hours)
  • Start altitude: 2780m or 9120ft
  • End altitude: 3505m or 11500ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 3505m or 11500ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +725m or +2380ft

Overnight: Shira One campsite, 3505m or 11500ft

Overnight: Standard tent

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Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 3 - Shira One camp to Shira Cathedral Peak to Shira Two camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Heather and Moorland zoneTodays hike takes you gradually across the Shira Plateau within the heather and moorland and an optional extra hike to the Shira Cathedral peak (3880m) before gradually taking you to Shira two camp. Shira is the third of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic cones and has been shaped by lava and volcanic activity to create a stunning jagged peak and offering a unique western view of Kibo, the highest of the peaks and your final destination on the tour.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 6km or 4mi (3-5 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3505m or 11500ft
  • End altitude: 3845m or 12615ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 3872m or 12705ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +340m or +1115ft / -27m or -90ft

Overnight: Shira Two campsite, 3845m or 12615ft

Overnight: Standard tent

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Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 4 - Shira Two camp to Lava Tower (optional) to Moir Hut Camp

Kilimanjaro mountain alpine desertToday you take a steady pace across the edges of the heather and moorland then into the alpine desert towards the northern Kilimanjaro area. If your fitness is high enough you can take an optional detour via the Lava Tower camp which is great for acclimatization. Moir hut is quite an isolated camp mostly used by those on the Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit but provides a unique northern view of the Kibo cone. You can also optionally hike to the nearby Lent group from Moir hut for vies of these eroded cones and ridges from where you may be able to gaze down into the wilderness plains of Kenya to the north.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 14km or 8.5mi (5-7 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3845m or 12615ft
  • End altitude: 4140m or 13585ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4630m or 15190ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +785m or 2575ft / -490m or -1605ft

Overnight: Moir Hut campsite, 4140m or 13585ft

Overnight: Standard tent

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Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 5 - Moir Hut Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Heather and Moorland zoneYour hike today takes you back south towards the Kibo cone steadily climbing up and over the edges of the alpine desert to your first high altitude at the lava tower (4630m or 15190ft, if you didn’t already reach here the day before). Today helps you to acclimatize and is a great indicator to see how your body can handle the higher altitude. From the Lava Tower you begin your steep descent anti clockwise around Kibo and into the Barranco Valley passing the large flowering mountain cacti (Kilimanjaro Senecios) unique to Kilimanjaro. The day ends around the same elevation as you started on the edge of the heather and moorland.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 10km or 6mi (6-8 hours)
  • Start altitude: 4140m or 13585ft
  • End altitude: 3960m or 12990ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4630m or 15190ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +490m or +1605ft / -670m or -2200ft

Overnight: Barranco campsite, 3960m or 12990ft

Overnight: Standard tent

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Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

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Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

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Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 6 - Barranco Camp to Karanga camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Alpine DesertThis morning you will leave the camp and ascend the Barranco wall. This is an impressive non-technical scramble and gives a feeling of mountain climbing (without any previous experience or advanced equipment required) and is rewarded with a superb view from the top back into the camp and the Heim glacier on the peak. The remainder of the hike will be through the alpine desert slowly winding around the mountain till the Karanga valley which you descend into and again up till your camp. Karanga valley is the last water point.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 4km or 2.5mi (3-4 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3960m or 12990ft
  • End altitude: 4040m or 13255ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4250m or 13945ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +290m or +955ft / -210m or -690ft

Overnight: Karanga campsite, 4040m or 13255ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 7 - Karanga camp to Barafu camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Alpine DesertToday you climb almost casually through the empty landscape of the alpine desert where you keep a slow pace even though the path is not extremely steep. Kibo cone starts to near and you may finally glimpse the Mawenzi peak (Kilimanjaro’s second peak) in the east. The short distance means you have plenty of time at your summit camp to rest and prepare for the summit attempt tonight.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 4km or 2.5mi (3-4 hours)
  • Start altitude: 4040m or 13255ft
  • End altitude: 4640m or 15225ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 4640m or 15225ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +600m or +1970ft

Overnight: Barafu campsite, 4640m or 15225ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
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Day 8 - Barafu Camp to Stella point to Uhuru peak to Mweka camp

Kilimanjaro Mountain Ice camp / arctic zoneIn the early morning (around 00:00am) you begin your final ascent to the summit of Uhuru peak through the arctic zone. The trek is a steep hike over loose volcanic scree through the dark and cold night and takes a slow pace in a zig-zag pattern towards Stella point (5685m or 18650ft) which is your first stop on the Kibo crater rim. From here a short (but difficult) hike remains to take you to Uhuru Peak (5895m or 19341ft), the highest point in Africa. You usually don’t spend that long at the peak due to the extreme altitude and will descend back down to the base camp for your breakfast / brunch. After your gear is packed up you continue the descent through the alpine desert, heather and moorland and eventually stopping at Mweka camp in the rain forest zone for a well-deserved rest.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: None
  • Meals included today: Midnight snack, brunch, picnic lunch or lunch, dinner
  • Approx. trekking distance: 19km or 12mi (14-18 hours)
  • Start altitude: 4640m or 15225ft
  • End altitude: 3700m or 12220ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 5895m or 19431ft (Peak!)
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: +1255m or +4206ft / -2195m or -7211ft

Overnight: Mweka campsite, 3080m or 10105ft

Overnight: Standard tent

Row of Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents at a Kilimanjaro trekking campsite, offering durable, weatherproof accommodation for climbers on multi-day high-altitude expeditions to Africa’s highest peak.

Style: Standard Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium extended headroom tent

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, providing spacious, comfortable, and weather-resistant accommodation for Kilimanjaro trekking adventures, designed for durability, warmth, and protection in high-altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium extended headroom Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk-in tent

Nortent Gamme 8 premium walk in sleeping tent at a Kilimanjaro campsite providing spacious weather resistant and durable accommodation for trekkers designed for maximum comfort and protection in challenging high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk-in Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Overnight: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family tent

Nortent Mjodhall premium walk in sleeping and dining family tent providing spacious weather resistant accommodation and communal space for Kilimanjaro trekking groups designed for comfort durability and protection in high altitude mountain conditions.

Style: Premium walk in sleeping + dining family Four Season light dome mountaineering tent
Location: Rain-forest, inside of Kilimanjaro National Park
Website: Read more about our tents
Reviews: Read reviews

Day 9 - Mweka camp to Mweka gate

Kilimanjaro mountain rain forestYour final day on Kilimanjaro is a descent through the southern rain forest until Mweka gate where our vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Moshi town. Usually, the crew will leave you at Mweka gate and it’s a perfect opportunity to say goodbye to your crew who all generally head directly home from the end gate.

Quick facts

  • Approx. driving distance: 1 hour (to Moshi) / 2 hours (to Arusha)
  • Approx. trekking distance: 10km or 6mi (3-4 hours)
  • Start altitude: 3700m or 12220ft
  • End altitude: 1630m or 5350ft
  • Highest Altitude reached: 3080m or 10105ft
  • Altitude +gain / -loss: -1450 or -4755ft
  • Meals included today: Breakfast, 'Celebration Lunch'

Overnight: Optional (see add-ons below)

Overnight: Chanya by Ardhi

Twin room at Chanya Lodge in Moshi Tanzania featuring two wooden canopy beds with mosquito netting light wood furniture and a cozy atmosphere ideal for Kilimanjaro climbers and safari travelers seeking comfort and charm.

Style: Mid-range lodge
Location: Moshi (Kiborloni), outside of Moshi town center
Website: Visit website
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Overnight: Bristol Cottages

Twin room at Bristol Cottages Moshi Tanzania with comfortable beds, white linens, and natural light, ideal stay before Mount Kilimanjaro climb

Style: Budget-range lodge
Location: Moshi, Town Center
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Overnight: Kilimanjaro Machare Coffee Lodge

Style: Luxury Lodge
Location: Moshi (Machare Coffee Estate), Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
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Some call this a 'Lemosho high altitude drop off' route however we call this the 'Shira' route. The Shira / Lemosho high altitude drop off is not a recommended option (due to it's high altitude start that isn't suitable for hikers who are not already acclimatized). You can find the itinerary here: Shira route (Lemosho High altitude drop-off)

Price, includes & add-ons

Click to see price indication for the various group options and group sizes avaialble. You can always request a custom quote: contact us.

Price per person (USD $)

  • 1 passenger (private trek)

    from $2840 per person*
  • 2 passengers (private trek)

    from $2425 per person*
  • 3 passengers (private trek)

    from $2215 per person*
  • 4 passengers (private trek)

    from $2075 per person*
  • 5 passengers (private trek)

    from $2065 per person*
  • 6-10 passengers (private trek)

    from $1950 per person*
  • 11-15 passengers (private trek)

    from $1930 per person*
  • 16+ passengers (private trek)

    from $1855 per person*
  • Scheduled group (shared departure)

    Not available
  • * All prices are in USD ($) and serve as indications only for a standard package excluding pre/post accommodation, add-ons and comfort upgrades.

    Private treks are with their own dedicated crew, equipment and transfers not shared with other hikers.
  • 1 passenger (private trek)

    from $3155 per person*
  • 2 passengers (private trek)

    from $2725 per person*
  • 3 passengers (private trek)

    from $2495 per person*
  • 4 passengers (private trek)

    from $2335 per person*
  • 5 passengers (private trek)

    from $2330 per person*
  • 6-10 passengers (private trek)

    from $2200 per person*
  • 11-15 passengers (private trek)

    from $2180 per person*
  • 16+ passengers (private trek)

    from $2095 per person*
  • Scheduled group (shared departure)

    From $2450 per person*
  • * All prices are in USD ($) and serve as indications only for a standard package excluding pre/post accommodation, add-ons and comfort upgrades.

    Private treks are with their own dedicated crew, equipment and transfers not shared with other hikers.
  • 1 passenger (private trek)

    from $3475 per person*
  • 2 passengers (private trek)

    from $3025 per person*
  • 3 passengers (private trek)

    from $2770 per person*
  • 4 passengers (private trek)

    from $2600 per person*
  • 5 passengers (private trek)

    from $2595 per person*
  • 6-10 passengers (private trek)

    from $2450 per person*
  • 11-15 passengers (private trek)

    from $2430 per person*
  • 16+ passengers (private trek)

    from $2335 per person*
  • Scheduled group (shared departure)

    Not available
  • * All prices are in USD ($) and serve as indications only for a standard package excluding pre/post accommodation, add-ons and comfort upgrades.

    Private treks are with their own dedicated crew, equipment and transfers not shared with other hikers.
  • Green season discount

    5% off*
    For treks starting from 15 March 2024 to 31 May 2024
  • Mid season discount

    2.5% off*
    For treks starting from 01 November 2024 to 15 December 2024
  • * Special offers are only applicable to new bookings and valid only at the time of confirming an itinerary. All numbers after discounts will be rounded to the nearest whole number. Please check with your sales consultant if offers can be combined.

Standard packages usually include

  • Premium trekking equipment is supplied, including high-quality tents, sleeping mats, dining shelters, and optional rental of insulated sleeping bags, trekking poles, and gaiters.
  • Expert mountain guides and a dedicated support crew ensure safety, comfort, and an enriching trekking experience, backed by extensive local knowledge.
  • Emergency rescue and evacuation support is provided, including vehicle or helicopter evacuation where available for on-mountain incidents.
  • All taxes, VAT and National Park conservation, park entry, camping and rescue fees as applicable.
  • Trained, certified, and experienced English-speaking Mountain guide/s at KINAPA minimum ratios.
  • A comprehensive pre-trek briefing and training session is conducted, covering the trek itinerary, safety procedures, altitude acclimatization tips, and gear usage.
  • Personal luggage allowance of 15kg per person carried by 1 x luggage porter between campsites.
  • Specialist tent crew to service and set-up campsites.
  • Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project and Kilimanjaro Responsible Tourism Organization monitoring on Kilimanjaro treks for fair treatment standards. Learn More about fair treatment.
  • Trained and experienced personal mountain cook and waiter to prepare all meals on the mountain including eating utensils, cutlery, bowls, cups etc.
  • A carefully planned standard non-vegetarian or vegetarian or gluten-free or vegan or Hindu or Jain or Halal menu specially crafted for high altitude treks.
  • 1 x transfer from a Moshi (or Arusha with a supplement) based lodge to park gates per group / 1 x transfer from park gates to Moshi (or Arusha with a supplement) per group.
  • Boiled drinking water on trek (from 1st camp onward).
  • 1 Emergency oxygen cylinder per 5 passengers and first aid kit.
  • Twice daily health checks with guides and a high-grade medical oximeter.
  • Hand washing station and small personal wash basin at campsites.
  • Shared public toilet facilities at campsites.
  • 1 x approx. 100Ltr rubberized hold all bag / packsack.
  • Basic 1” foam sleeping pad per person.
  • Four season tent (sharing for even numbered groups + 1 single tent for odd numbers), chairs, tables, dining tent for camping routes.
  • A guaranteed participation medal and certificate from Shah Tours
  • A certificate from Kilimanjaro National Park (when you reach Stella Point, Gilman's Point or Uhuru Peak).

Optional extras, add-ons and comfort upgrades

Although our standard package can be more than enough for most, we appreciate many desire certain comfort upgrades and add-ons and our tours can be customized to include as much or as little as you need.

Nortent Gamme 6 premium sleeping tent with extended headroom, ideal for comfortable Kilimanjaro camping and trekking adventures in Tanzania.
Extended headroom

Premium extended headroom tent

Premium extended headroom tent upgrade with spacious sleeping area, enhanced comfort, superior ventilation, and luxury safari camping experience.
Nortent Gamme 8 spacious walk-in sleeping tent on Mount Kilimanjaro, offering premium comfort, weather protection, and standing height for trekkers in Tanzania.
Walk-in tent

Premium walk-in tent

Premium walk-in tent upgrade with spacious comfort and all-weather protection for Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route trekking and luxury camping.
Durable foldable travel beds inside trekking tents, providing elevated sleeping comfort and better rest for climbers during Kilimanjaro expeditions in Tanzania.
15cm ground clearance

Foldable travel
bed

Portable foldable travel bed upgrade delivering exceptional comfort and easy transport for Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route trekking
Hilleberg Keron 4 GT standard sleeping tents set up on Kilimanjaro campsite, offering durable and comfortable accommodation for trekking adventures in Tanzania.
Down filled

Four season sleeping bag (Down filled)

Four season down-filled sleeping bag upgrade for superior warmth, lightweight comfort, and all-weather protection during mountain and safari camping.
High-quality self-inflating mattresses inside trekking tents, providing added comfort and insulation for climbers during Kilimanjaro camping adventures in Tanzania
Self-inflating

Self-inflating mattress

Self-inflating mattress upgrade with superior comfort and insulation for Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route trekking and high-altitude camping.
The North Face Bastion 4 standard sleeping tents set up on Mount Kilimanjaro, offering durable, weather-resistant accommodation for high-altitude trekking adventures in Tanzania
Synthetic filled

Four season sleeping bag (Synthetic filled)

Synthetic-filled sleeping bag upgrade with superior warmth, comfort, and all-weather protection for Kilimanjaro trekking and high-altitude camping adventures.

Private Portable shower

Not recommended as shower tent, porter to carry-clean-fetch water, gas warmed water. Showers are limited and not available above 4000m or last water point or in poor weather

Private Portable toilet

Private Portable toilet (highly recommended) including toilet, toilet rolls, toilet tent, dedicated hand washing station, extra porter to carry-clean
Delicious celebration meal on Mount Kilimanjaro trek, featuring pasta, vegetables, and the option of cake or fruit platter with sparkling juice to mark the climbing achievement.
Premium Gourmet Experience

Premium Menu

Premium gourmet menu with chef-crafted dishes, fresh ingredients, signature flavors, and customized dining upgrades.
Trekker enjoying a premium or custom planned menu at a Kilimanjaro campsite, featuring a well-prepared outdoor dining setup with fresh ingredients and scenic mountain views
Mixed seasonal fruits

Fruit platter at end gate of Mweka

Fresh tropical fruit platter at Mweka Gate, a delicious and revitalizing reward to celebrate your Kilimanjaro summit achievement.
Three people enjoying an outdoor meal at a table covered with a red checkered cloth, surrounded by scenic mountain views.
+1 bottle sparkling juice on trek*

Celebration cake or fruit platter

Celebration cake or fresh fruit platter, perfect food and menu upgrade for special occasions, enhancing taste, presentation, and guest experience.

Additional personal assistance porter

Personal assistance porter offers luggage carrying, language support, and cultural guidance for comfort and personalized service on Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route.

Extra / personal mountain guide

Extra personal mountain guide ensures safety, navigation, and personalized support for a successful and enjoyable Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route trekking experience.

Additional personal luggage porter

Additional personal luggage porter delivers extra carrying support, maximizing comfort and convenience on your Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route trek.

Personal language guide or translator

Personal language guide or translator enhances your Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route trek with easy communication and richer cultural connections.
  • Anorak / Jackets

    USD $20 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Balaclava

    USD $5 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Boots - walking / trekking

    USD $20 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Duffel bag

    USD $20 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Hat

    USD $5 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Head Torch

    USD $10 per trip
    Mixed brands, excluding batteries
  • Gaiters

    USD $10 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Gloves / warm mits

    USD $8 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Glove liners

    USD $5 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Mattres (self-inflatable)

    USD $50 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Neck warmer

    USD $7 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Raincoat / poncho

    USD $20 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Rain / wind / waterproof trousers

    USD $20 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Ruck sack / day pack

    USD $20 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Scarf

    USD $5 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • 4 season sleeping bag (Synthetic filled)

    USD $30 per trip
    Snugpak Softie 15 Discovery (-12.5oC comfort rating)
  • 4 season sleeping bag (Down filled)

    USD $50 per trip
    Marmot Never Summer (-12.5oC comfort rating)
  • Socks

    USD $5 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Sunglasses

    USD $10 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Sweater / fleece / jumper

    USD $10 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Travel pillow

    USD $10 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Walking poles (pair)

    USD $10 per trip
    Mixed brands
  • Water bladder / Water hydration system

    USD $15 per trip
    Mixed brands

Chanya by Ardhi Africa

A comfortable mid-range pre and post climb lodge just outside of Moshi town, especially convenient for the Rongai and Marangu routes.

Bristol Cottages

A comfortable and budget friendly mid-range lodge in Moshi town center, convenient for all ascent and descent routes.

Simba Farm Lodge

A convenient mid range pre-climb option for the Western routes (Lemosho, Shira, Northern Circuit) in Sanya Juu (near West Kilimanjaro).

Machare Coffee Lodge

A beautiful mid to high range post climb coffee lodge when descending via Mweka (Machame, Lemosho, Shira, Umbwe).

Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel

A western style high range lodge just outside of Moshi town centre and convenient for all ascent and descent hiking routes.

Gran Melia, Arusha

A superbly comfortable high range lodge near Arusha city center, for a luxury pre and post climb experience with a view of Mount Meru.

Standard packages usually exclude

Essential Information for Your Kilimanjaro trek via Lemosho route

Need some help planning a Kilimanjaro trek?

Please visit our dedicated section below to find out more about private or group treks, when to climb, getting to Kilimanjaro / Tanzania, visas, documents, choosing a route, training for your climb, health and vaccines, Kilimanjaro packing list, hiking boots, rental equipment, tipping, insurance, money:

Private vs group Kilimanjaro trek

Choosing the right trek with our private vs group Lemosho route guide, featuring essential tips, pricing, experience, summit success rates, itinerary flexibility, and travel style.

Choosing the best route

Comprehensive guide to choosing the best Kilimanjaro route, highlighting Lemosho trek scenery, acclimatization benefits, success rates, pricing, itinerary flexibility, preparation, and expert climbing tips.

Preparation guide

Best time to climb Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route guide, covering ideal seasons, weather, acclimatization, packing, preparation tips, safety advice, and expert recommendations.

Mountain equipment

Essential mountain equipment for climbing Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route, including clothing layers, trekking gear, footwear, sleeping kit, safety items, and expert packing advice.

Packing check-list

Kilimanjaro Lemosho route mountain packing checklist and essential gear guide, including clothing, equipment, safety items, toiletries, accessories, and expert tips for successful trekking.

Food and water on Kilimanjaro

Food and water guide for Kilimanjaro Lemosho route, covering nutritious meals, hydration tips, safe drinking water, dietary needs, and expert advice for a successful climb.

Why book your Kilimanjaro trek via Lemosho route with Shah Tours?

Some of the reasons why you should book your hike with Shah Tours.

Since 1984!

We have been a licensed operator of Kilimanjaro climbs since 1984 and have guided tens of thousands to Africa's highest peak. Booking with us means you are booking directly with the operator without any middle man.

Safety is our No.1 priority

Our expert guides use a preventive health management system to monitor your health twice a day using medical grade finger oximiters. Each expedition is always equipped with 1 emergency oxygen and a first aid kit.

High quality equipment

We provide superior equipment for a comfortable hiking experience. Each trek will come with a spacious and roomy all season 4 person tent (for a maximum of 2 or 3 people) made by Hilleberg or The North Face.

Socially responsible operator

We are proudly monitored by KPAP and KRTO on each and every trek since 2017 for the highest fair treatment, salary and crew standards on Mount Kilimanjaro. We also support multiple local social and environmental organizations.

Guaranteed Medal & Certificate

All participants on our Kilimanjaro treks will receive a participation certificate and unique achievement medal. You will also get a climb certificate from the National Park if you reach Stella point, Gilman's point or Uhuru peak.

Superior & Experienced guides

We are proud to operate hikes on Mount Kilimanjaro for 40+ years and with this comes a highly skilled and experienced team of mountain guides who have led 100's of expeditions and are some of the most experienced on Kilimanjaro.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kilimanjaro trek via Lemosho route

Frequently asked questions about this route

Lemosho Route Difficulty and Climber Suitability

The Lemosho Route is moderately challenging, suitable for fit beginners and experienced trekkers. Its longer duration and gradual ascent help with acclimatization, improving summit success rates. Climbers face varied terrain and some steep sections, such as the Barranco Wall, but no technical climbing is required. Shah Tours provides expert guides, health monitoring, and acclimatization support to make your climb safer and more enjoyable.

Beginner-Friendly Kilimanjaro Trekking Experience

Kilimanjaro National ParkYes, the Lemosho Route is one of the best options for beginners due to its longer itinerary and gentle ascent profile. An 8-day trek offers excellent acclimatization and higher summit success. While no technical skills are required, Shah Tours recommends good physical preparation, mental readiness, and following your guide’s pace. Our professional team ensures you’re supported every step of the way.

Health restrictions for Kilimanjaro climbers

Kilimanjaro Senecio - Lemosho routeThose with serious medical conditions such as heart disease, severe asthma, or uncontrolled diabetes should avoid climbing Kilimanjaro. Pregnant women and individuals highly prone to altitude sickness should also consider alternative travel options. Always consult a medical professional before booking. Shah Tours prioritizes client safety, with detailed health screenings and advice before and during the trek to reduce health risks.

Trek Duration and Recommended Itinerary

Kilimanjaro Lemosho 9 day trek mapThe Lemosho Route typically takes 7–9 days. Shah Tours recommends the 8-day itinerary for the best balance between acclimatization and trekking comfort. The extra day helps your body adapt to the altitude, boosting your summit chances. Longer treks also allow more time to enjoy the diverse landscapes, wildlife encounters, and panoramic views that make Lemosho one of Kilimanjaro’s most scenic routes.

Best Season to Climb Lemosho Route

Guided trekking group ascending Mount Kilimanjaro, hiking and trekking in TanzaniaThe best times are January - March and June - October, offering clearer skies, stable weather, and better trail conditions. January - March is quieter with fewer trekkers, while June - October is busier but equally rewarding. Kilimanjaro’s weather is unpredictable, so Shah Tours ensures you’re equipped for all conditions, from tropical rain in the rainforest zone to freezing summit temperatures.

Lemosho Route Climbing Costs and Inclusions

A Lemosho Route climb with Shah Tours costs from USD $2,500 - $4,000 per person, depending on trek length, group size, and inclusions. The price covers park fees, professional guides, certified porters, quality tents, meals, and transfers. Not included are flights, visas, tips, and personal gear rental. Booking with Shah Tours ensures ethical porter treatment, safety standards, and over 40 years of Kilimanjaro expertise.

Lemosho Route vs Machame Route Comparison

Lemosho is longer, quieter at the start, and offers gentler altitude gain than Machame, improving acclimatization. Both merge at Shira Plateau and follow the same summit path via the Southern Circuit. Machame is shorter and more popular, often busier. Shah Tours recommends Lemosho for those seeking scenic variety, fewer crowds, and the best balance of challenge, comfort, and success rates.

Climb Kilimanjaro to Uhuru Peak

Climb Kilimanjaro to Uhuru PeakExpect a challenging but rewarding experience. You'll encounter diverse terrains, from rain forests to arctic conditions. Acclimatization days are essential, and you should be prepared for long trekking hours, basic camping conditions, and altitude-related challenges.

Altitude Profile and Acclimatization Strategy

The Lemosho Route begins at 2,100 m (6,890 ft) and ascends to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m (19,341 ft). Gradual elevation gain is key to acclimatization, with key camps at Shira Plateau, Barranco, and Karanga. Shah Tours incorporates strategically planned acclimatization days to minimize altitude sickness and maximize summit success. Oxygen and health checks are provided throughout the climb.

Essential Packing List for lemosho route

Essential items include sturdy hiking boots, layered clothing, a four-season sleeping bag, rain gear, trekking poles, and headlamp. Shah Tours supplies quality tents, dining shelters, and basic camping gear, with options to rent sleeping bags and down jackets. We provide a detailed packing list to help you prepare efficiently, ensuring comfort across Kilimanjaro’s varied climate zones from rainforest to arctic summit.

Reason for Nighttime Summit Attempts

The climb to Uhuru Peak usually starts at midnight to reach the summit by sunrise. Night climbing offers firmer ground, cooler temperatures, and breathtaking dawn views. Descending in daylight is safer and brings trekkers quickly to lower, oxygen-rich altitudes. Shah Tours follows this schedule to enhance safety, acclimatization, and the unforgettable experience of standing on Africa’s highest point at sunrise.

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