Lemosho Route (8 Days)

Duration 8 Days / 7 Nights

Route Londorossi Gate • Shira Plateau • Barranco • Karanga • Barafu • Uhuru Peak

Trek Type Kilimanjaro Trek • Camping Adventure

Starting Point Londorossi Gate (2,100m), West Kilimanjaro

Trek Highlights

One of Kilimanjaro’s most scenic and successful routes, offering panoramic views from start to summit.
Begins on the western side with low traffic and rich wildlife in the forest zone.
Ideal acclimatization with “climb high, sleep low” days.
Crosses the beautiful Shira Plateau, passes the Lava Tower, and joins Machame Route near Barranco.
High summit success rate (90–95%) and suited for trekkers seeking a balanced challenge.

🗓️ Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Moshi Arrival

Meet your trekking team, gear check, and pre-climb briefing. Overnight at hotel in Moshi.
Meals: — Overnight: Moshi

Day 2: Londorossi Gate (2,100m) → Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,785m)

After registration, drive through villages to Londorossi Gate. Trek 3–4 hours through montane rainforest to Mti Mkubwa (“Big Tree”) Camp.
Meals: L, D — Overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp

Day 3: Mti Mkubwa → Shira 1 Camp (3,500m)

Leave the forest and enter the heather zone with sweeping views. 5–6 hours trek to Shira Plateau.
Meals: B, L, D — Overnight: Shira 1 Camp

Day 4: Shira 1 → Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)

A short, scenic trek across the plateau. Optional afternoon hike to higher grounds for acclimatization.
Meals: B, L, D — Overnight: Shira 2 Camp

Day 5: Shira 2 → Lava Tower (4,630m) → Barranco Camp (3,960m)

Climb up to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to the Barranco Valley. Classic “climb high, sleep low” day.
Meals: B, L, D — Overnight: Barranco Camp

Day 6: Barranco → Karanga Camp (3,995m)

Ascend the Barranco Wall with thrilling views, then descend to Karanga Valley for rest.
Meals: B, L, D — Overnight: Karanga Camp

Day 7: Karanga → Barafu Camp (4,673m)

Gradual climb to Barafu Base Camp. Early dinner and rest before summit night.
Meals: B, L, D — Overnight: Barafu Camp

Day 8: Summit Day – Barafu → Uhuru Peak (5,895m) → Mweka Camp (3,100m)

Start around midnight for the final push to the summit via Stella Point. After sunrise celebration at Uhuru Peak, descend to Mweka Camp.
Meals: B, L, D — Overnight: Mweka Camp

Day 9: Mweka Camp → Mweka Gate → Moshi

Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate for certificates and drive back to Moshi.
Meals: B, L — Overnight: —

Booking Safari

Safaris Booking

First Name

Last Name

Phone Number

Number of Travellers

Start Date

End Date

Nationality (for park fees and visa advice)

Additional Information / Special Requests

Park fees, rescue fee, and government taxes
Professional licensed guides, cook, and porters
Camping accommodation (mountain tents & mess tent)
All meals on the mountain (B, L, D)
Drinking water & hot beverages daily
Transfers: Moshi ↔ Londorossi Gate
Pulse oximeter checks & first aid kit
Base hotel in Moshi (night before climb, if booked)

International flights & Tanzania visa
Travel/medical insurance (mandatory)
Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, layers, poles, etc.)
Hotel nights in Moshi not stated
Tips for trekking crew
Personal items (snacks, drinks, souvenirs)