Kilimanjaro — 7-Day Lemosho Route | Scenic Western Approach

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7-Day Lemosho Route

The Lemosho route is considered the most beautiful path on Kilimanjaro, offering a perfect balance of low traffic, scenic views, and a high summit success rate. It approaches from the west, beginning in the lush rainforest and transitioning through all of Kilimanjaro's ecological zones.

From $1,850

/ person — All-inclusive

7 Days

Climbing

5,895 m

Summit

Mountain Camping

Accommodation

What's included

Certified mountain guides, cooks & porters
Quality camping equipment and mess tents
All park fees, transfers & meals on the mountain
Medical oxygen & first aid kits carried on all climbs
Airport transfers and hotel accommodation

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Group Pricing

Our all-inclusive pricing based on group size (quoted in USD per person)

Group Size	1 Person	2-4 People	5-6 People	7-10+ People
Price Per Person	$2,200	$2,000	$1,950	$1,850

All prices include park fees, accommodations, meals, guides, porters, and safety equipment.

Most Scenic Route

The Lemosho route offers the most diverse scenery, passing through lush rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and arctic summit zones.

High Success Rate

With 7 days for proper acclimatization, the Lemosho route has one of the highest summit success rates of all Kilimanjaro routes.

Less Crowded

Being one of the newer routes, Lemosho sees fewer climbers than the popular Marangu or Machame routes, offering a more peaceful experience.

7-Day Itinerary — Lemosho Route

Western approach with excellent acclimatization profile and stunning scenery.

Day 0

Arrival in Tanzania

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to Moshi hotel. Meet guide, equipment check, gear rentals if needed.

Day 1

Moshi to Big Tree Camp (Lemosho Route)

Transfer to Lemosho Gate, registration, start trek through forest to Big Tree Camp (7 km, approx. 4 hours). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 2

Big Tree Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Trek across plateau of moorland, gaining altitude, with views of Kibo and the Northern Ice Fields (16.5 km, approx. 9-11 hours). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 3

Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp

Ascent with panoramic views, passing Lava Tower, then descent to Barranco Camp (10 km, approx. 7 hours). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 4

Barranco to Karanga Camp

Cross Barranco Ravine, climb Great Barranco Wall, then ascend to Karanga Camp, with optional acclimatization hike (5.5 km, approx. 5 hours). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5

Karanga to Barafu Camp

Trek to high camp at 4640m (3 km, approx. 3 hours). Rest and prepare for summit night. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 6

Summit Attempt & Descent to Mweka Camp

Midnight start for summit via Stella Point to Uhuru Peak, then descend to Mweka Camp (16.4 km, 13-15 hours). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 7

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate & Return to Moshi

Gentle descent, park formalities, certificate, and transfer back to Moshi. Overnight at hotel, celebrate achievement.

Departure

Onward Travel

Transfer to airport for your onward journey (safari, Zanzibar, or home). Optional Zanzibar extension available.

Lemosho Route Experience

A visual journey along the scenic western approach to the summit of Africa

Day 1: Rainforest trek to Big Tree Camp

Day 2: Crossing the Shira Plateau

Day 3: Passing Lava Tower for acclimatization

Day 4: Climbing the Great Barranco Wall

Day 5: Barafu Camp - base for summit attempt

Day 6: Sunrise from Uhuru Peak

What Our Climbers Say

Authentic experiences from those who've conquered Kilimanjaro via the 7-Day Lemosho Route

Sarah Johnson

Summitted August 2023

"The Lemosho Route was absolutely breathtaking! The scenery changed every day, and the 7-day itinerary gave us plenty of time to acclimatize. Our guide Samuel was incredibly knowledgeable and kept us motivated throughout the journey."

Michael Chen

Summitted October 2023

"I researched all the routes and chose Lemosho for its high success rate and beautiful scenery. It did not disappoint! The extra day for acclimatization made summit night much more manageable. The entire team was professional and supportive."

Emma Rodriguez

Summitted January 2024

"The Lemosho route was challenging but incredibly rewarding. The views from the Shira Plateau were unforgettable, and climbing the Barranco Wall was a highlight. Our entire group summited successfully thanks to the excellent pacing and guidance from the Zuhura team."

Ready to Conquer Kilimanjaro?

Book your 7-day Lemosho Route adventure today. The western approach offers the most scenic journey with the highest success rate for reaching Uhuru Peak.

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