8 Days Unforgettable Kilimanjaro Hike on Lemosho Route

Conquer Kilimanjaro hiking Unforgettable 8 day Lemosho Route journey leads to Africas peak Uhuru Breathtaking landscapes and triumph await

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8 Days Unforgettable Kilimanjaro Hike on Lemosho Route

Start on an unforgettable Kilimanjaro hiking adventure with the 8-day Lemosho Route. This remarkable journey leads you to Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro. The Lemosho Route offers a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes and a gradual ascent, maximizing summit success.

Tour highlights

  • Day 1 : Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
  • Day 2 : Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
  • Day 3 : Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut
  • Day 4 : Moir Hut to Lava Tower, Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
  • Day 5 : Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
  • Day 6 : Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
  • Day 7 : Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak, Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
  • Day 8 : Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
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Day 1  :  Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp


We depart from Moshi and drive to Londorossi Gate for entry formalities. From there, we start hiking through the rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp. It's a 3–4-hour hiking with an elevation gain from 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft. Expect lush vegetation and possible wildlife sightings.
Accommodation for day 1
  • Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite
Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 2  :  Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp


    We continue through a savannah landscape, crossing streams and ascending to the Shira Ridge. From there, we descend to Shira 1 Camp, offering the first view of Kibo Peak. The hike takes around 5-6 hours, covering a distance of 8 km and reaching an elevation of 11,500 ft.
    Accommodation for day 2
    • Shira 1 Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 3  :  Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut


    Today, we explore the Shira Plateau, walking towards Shira 2 Camp before diverting to Moir Hut. This is an opportunity for acclimatization and offers various walking options. The hike lasts 5-7 hours, covering 11 km, and reaching an elevation of 13,800 ft.
    Accommodation for day 3
    • Moir Hut Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 4  :  Moir Hut to Lava Tower, Lava Tower to Barranco Camp


    We begin by hiking up a ridge and heading towards the impressive Lava Tower. Afterward, we descend to Barranco Camp through the unique Senecio Forest. This day helps with acclimatization, with an elevation gain to 15,190 ft and then descent to 13,044 ft.
    Accommodation for day 4
    • Barranco Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 5  :  Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp


    We tackle the Barranco Wall, a non-technical but steep hike, followed by a descent into the Karanga Valley. After one final ascent, we reach Karanga Camp, a shorter day focused on acclimatization. The hike covers 5 km, with an elevation gain to 13,106 ft.
    Accommodation for day 5
    • Karanga Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 6  :  Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp


    Leaving Karanga, we join the Mweka Trail and continue upward to Barafu Camp. This marks the completion of the Southern Circuit, offering stunning views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Barafu Camp sits at 15,331 ft, and the hike takes around 4-5 hours
    Accommodation for day 6
    • Barafu Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 7  :  Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak, Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp


    Starting at midnight, we embark on the challenging summit push. Ascending in darkness, we eventually reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After enjoying the sunrise, we descend to Mweka Camp through the rocky trail, with an elevation loss from 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft.
    Accommodation for day 7
    • Mweka Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 8  :  Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate


    Our final day involves a descent to Mweka Gate, where we collect our summit certificates. The trail may be muddy, but we continue to Mweka Village, where a vehicle will take us back to the hotel in Moshi.
    Accommodation for day 8
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast

  • Costs for 8 Days Unforgettable Kilimanjaro Hike on Lemosho Route

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    KILIMANJARO BASE TO SUMMIT

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    KILIMANJARO BASE TO SUMMIT CO L.T.D is a private owned tour operator and the best Tanzania Serengeti safari and Mount Kilimanjaro based in Tanzania. We are offering a memorable Kilimanjaro Hiking tours Experience to Tanzania and When you travel with us, you are not a client but you become part of our family, share your life time experience by Hiking the Highest Mountain in Africa


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