Kilimanjaro Climb: Lemosho 8-day Route

8 Days Climb Kilimanjaro

Offering panoramic views across Kilimanjaro’s landscapes, the Lemosho Route is one of the mountain’s most scenic trekking options. With a high summit success rate and limited crowds, it accesses the mountain from the western side, following a long drive from Moshi to the Londorossi Gate. The challenging trek includes large elevation gains and a steep climb up the face of the Barranco Wall while traversing the entire Shira Plateau.

Ideal duration: 8 Days     From $2500 per person    
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YOUR ADVENTURE BEGINS

Day 1 – Moshi Kilimanjaro

On arrival at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be greeted by a Vencha representative and transported to a hotel in Moshi town where you’ll spend your first night. Take time to settle in and overcome any jet lag while enjoying the swimming pool and complimentary Wi-Fi. In the evening, a briefing will be held by one of our managers, ensuring you are ready to begin your climb tomorrow.  

As you will be climbing at altitude, it’s important that you abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine and drink plenty of water (at least four litres) every day. You may opt to take a Diamox pill to help alleviate the symptoms of altitude sickness but please consult your doctor before taking them, in case of potential allergies. If you start to feel any symptoms of altitude sickness, either during your trek or while resting at night, be sure to tell your guide immediately.  Acclimatisation hikes will be conducted along the trek and are highly recommended as they will help to increase your chances of successfully summiting Kilimanjaro.
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Day 2 - Lemosho Glades (3,500 m) — Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m)

Your guide and mountain support crew will arrive at your hotel in the morning for a quick briefing before you are transported to Kilimanjaro National Park's Londorossi Gate (2,200 m). After acquiring your climbing permits and registering with the search and rescue service, you’ll continue driving to your drop-off point at 3,500 metres where there are stunning views of the Shira Plateau. You’ll begin trekking from here to the high-altitude camp, Shira 2 (3,900 m), with a moderate gain in altitude that’s not too physically challenging. On arrival at the camp, your mountain crew will have assembled your tents and have a hot dinner awaiting.  

Change in Elevation: Lemosho Glades (3,500 m) — Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m)  
Hiking distance: 11 km  
Hiking time: 5–6 hours  
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Day 3 - Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m) — Lava Tower (4,630 m) — Barranco Camp (3,960 m)

After breakfast, you’ll depart Shira 2 (3,900 m) and begin your trek to Lava Tower (4,630 m). This section of the route encounters numerous ascents and descents, which can be difficult for some. After having lunch at the Lava Tower, you’ll spend a couple of hours acclimatising before descending to Barranco Camp (3,960 m) where you’ll spend the night. From the camp, you can see the impressive Barranco Wall, which you will be climbing the following day.

Note:   If you’re not feeling well, you can opt against passing the Lava Tower and may instead following the porters’ route, which will take you to a maximum elevation of 4,400 metres.  

Change in Elevation: Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m) — Lava Tower (4,630 m) — Barranco Camp (3,960 m)  
Hiking distance: 12 km  
Hiking time: 6–8 hours
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Day 4 - Barranco Camp (3,960 m) — Karanga Camp (4,035 m)

After an early breakfast, you’ll begin the ascent of Barranco Wall, which takes around an hour. After the climb, you’ll have time to rest and capture photos in front of the Kibo Volcano. You’ll then continue hiking to Karanga Camp (4,035 m), with numerous ascents and descents along the way, arriving in time for a hot lunch. After a couple of hours relaxing, you’ll ascend in the direction of Barafu Camp (4,640 m) on an acclimatisation hike before returning to Karangu Camp to spend the night.   Trekking from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp:  

Change in Elevation: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) — Karanga Camp (4,035 m)
Hiking distance: 5 km  
Hiking time: 4–5 hours  

Acclimatisation hike:  
Change in Elevation: Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — destination point en route to Barafu Camp (4,270 m)  
Hiking distance: 2.5 km  
Hiking time: 1–2 hours
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Day 5 - Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — Barafu Camp (4,640 m)

After breakfast at the camp, you’ll begin your trek to the Barafu Summit Camp (4,640 m), which is the starting point for your night summit to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Your camp will be set up ahead of time so you can relax on arrival before embarking on an acclimatisation hike towards the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp (4,800 m). When you return to Barafu Camp, a hot dinner will be waiting, followed by an early night as you prepare for the ascent to Kilimanjaro’s summit.   Trekking from Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp:  

Change in Elevation: KarangaCamp (4,035 m) — Barafu Camp (4,640 m)  

Hiking distance: 6 km  
Hiking time: 4–5 hours  

Acclimatisation hike:  Change in Elevation: Barafu Camp (4,640 m) — Kosovo Camp (4,800 m)  
Hiking distance: 2 km  
Hiking time: 1–2 hours   
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Day 6 - Barafu Camp (4,640 m) — Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) — Millennium Camp (3,820 m)

You’ll depart in the early hours of the morning to begin the trek to Kilimanjaro's summit - Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). While the climb is technically quite simple, the high altitude can be a problem for some. So always maintain the slow pace of your guide who will monitor your stamina and mental resolve. After reaching the spectacular summit and enjoying the moment, you’ll descend to the nearest glacier (optional), then continue to Barafu Camp to relax. After a couple of hours rest, you’ll descend to the Millennium Camp (3,820 m) where you’ll spend the night. Be aware that 90% of all accidents on Kilimanjaro occur during the descent, so pay attention and take your time.

Change in Elevation: Barafu Camp (4,640 m) — Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) — Millennium Camp (3,820 m)
Hiking distance: 15 km  
Hiking time: 8–12 hours
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Day 7 - Millennium Camp (3,820 m) — Mweka Gate (1,650 m)

Wake amidst a tropical rainforest while enjoying the relief of the reduced elevation and the satisfaction of having reached Kilimanjaro’s summit. After a warm breakfast, you’ll make the final descent to the Mweka Gate (1,650 m) where you can celebrate your achievement and sign the guestbook. You’ll also be presented with your commemorative certificate before transferring to your hotel in Moshi.

Change in Elevation: Millennium Camp (3,820 m) — Mweka Gate (1,650 m)
Hiking distance: 12 km  
Hiking time: 4–5 hours
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Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before being transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.
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Your journey mapped out:

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  • Day 1 – Moshi Kilimanjaro
  • Day 2 - Lemosho Glades (3,500 m) — Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m)
  • Day 3 - Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m) — Lava Tower (4,630 m) — Barranco Camp (3,960 m)
  • Day 4 - Barranco Camp (3,960 m) — Karanga Camp (4,035 m)
  • Day 5 - Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — Barafu Camp (4,640 m)
  • Day 6 - Barafu Camp (4,640 m) — Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) — Millennium Camp (3,820 m)
  • Day 7 - Millennium Camp (3,820 m) — Mweka Gate (1,650 m)
  • Departure

7 Nights in total

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