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11-day trip: climbing Kilimanjaro via the successful 8-day Lemosho Route

From $2978 USD* / Park fees / 11 days

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11-Day Kilimanjaro Climb via the 8-Day Lemosho Route – Complete Guide

The 11-day Kilimanjaro climb via the 8-day Lemosho Route is the ideal adventure for travelers seeking to summit Africa’s highest peak while enjoying a safe and scenic trek. With this route, you experience a gradual ascent across diverse ecosystems, including rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and the summit crater. Additionally, the 11-day Kilimanjaro climb via the 8-day Lemosho Route offers ample time for acclimatization, maximizing your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Throughout the trek, you’ll encounter incredible views, wildlife, and unforgettable landscapes that make this route one of the most rewarding on Kilimanjaro.

Trip Overview of the 11-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Climb

This 11-day Kilimanjaro climb via the 8-day Lemosho Route combines trekking, acclimatization, and comfort. The trip includes:

  • Eight days of trekking along the scenic Lemosho Route
  • Comfortable hut and lodge accommodations before, during, and after the climb
  • Summit attempt at Uhuru Peak
  • Pre- and post-climb rest days for recovery and optional cultural tours
  • Transfers from Kilimanjaro International Airport to the starting gate and back

Overall, this itinerary ensures a gradual ascent, which increases summit success while providing one of the most scenic trekking experiences on Kilimanjaro.

Why Choose the Lemosho Route for Kilimanjaro

The Lemosho Route is ideal for climbers seeking both adventure and safety. Furthermore, choosing this route for your 11-day Kilimanjaro climb via the 8-day Lemosho Route offers several advantages:

  • Longer trekking days allow proper acclimatization
  • Breathtaking landscapes from rainforest to alpine desert
  • Higher summit success rates compared to shorter routes
  • Opportunities to observe wildlife such as monkeys, birds, and occasionally elephants

Additionally, this route is less crowded, giving climbers a more peaceful and immersive experience.

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Day 1: Arrival in Moshi or Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to your lodge in Moshi or Arusha. Meet your guides and attend a pre-climb briefing to prepare for your 11-day Kilimanjaro climb via the 8-day Lemosho Route.

Accommodation: Lodge in Moshi/Arusha

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Day 2: Moshi/Arusha – Londorossi Gate – Big Tree Camp

Drive to Londorossi Gate to start your trek. Hike through lush rainforest and spot colobus monkeys and exotic birds along the way. Reach Big Tree Camp (2,700 m) after 5–6 hours.

Accommodation: Big Tree Camp

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Day 3: Lemosho Route (2/8) | Big Tree Camp (2,780 m/9,120 ft) – Shira 1 Camp (3,510 m/11,515 ft)
  • An early morning wake-up call, followed by breakfast, sets the stage for a gradual ascent to 3,505 meters, offering a breathtaking first view of the Shira Plateau and Kibo Volcano. The hike to Shira 1 high mountain camp is relatively easy, taking about 5-6 hours, which aids in the crucial acclimatization process, a key aspect of successful trekking. Upon reaching the camp, lunch is served, with the option to either rest in your tent or take a walk in the surrounding area.
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Day 4: Lemosho Route (3/8) | Shira 1 Camp (3,510 m/11,515 ft) – Shira 2 Camp (3,890 m/12,762 ft)
  • Today you trek from Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp. This walk is not difficult and you can enjoy the amazing landscapes and the unique flora of Kilimanjaro’s surroundings as you climb higher. On a clear day, Shira 2 Camp is the perfect location to see Mount Meru (the fifth peak of Africa). After lunch, take an acclimatization walk to Lava Tower Camp (elevation gain of 200m) to increase the chances to summit and reduce the chances of altitude sickness.
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Day 5: Lemosho Route (4/8) | Shira 2 Camp (3,890 m/12,762 ft) – Lava Tower (4,630 m/15,190 ft) – Barranco Camp (3,950 m/12,959 ft)
  • The Lemosho route joins the Machame route today. The hike leads from Shira Camp 2 to the beautiful Lava Tower at 4,630 m (15,190 ft). This part of the climb has many ascents and descents, but offers magnificent views along the way. It is a long hike and you may start to feel a bit uncomfortable because of the height. It is therefore important to find the right pace in order for your body to adjust to the altitude. After lunch, you descend to Barranco Camp at the foot of Barranco Wall.
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Day 6: Lemosho Route (5/8) | Barranco Camp (3,950 m/12,959 ft) – Karanga Camp (4,040 m/13,254 ft)

  • After breakfast you depart from Barranco Camp to the Barranco Wall. For many people, this is their favorite part of the climb. Once at the top of the Barranco Wall, you have a spectacular view of the Kibo Volcano and Mount Meru.

    Afterwards, a more difficult hike starts to reach Karanga Camp. This route has many ascents and descents, so keep the right pace. You have lunch at the camp and after a rest you can take an acclimatization hike in the direction of Barafu Camp.

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Day 7 – 8: Lemosho Route (6/8) | Karanga Camp (4,040 m/13,254 ft) – Barafu Camp (4,645 m/15,239 ft)
  • Today, you hike to Barafu Camp (once breakfast is done, of course!). This camp is the starting point for your ascent to Uhuru Peak – the top of Kilimanjaro! You arrive at the camp around lunch. Have a rest and after you regain your strength, take an acclimatization hike to Kosovo Summit Camp (4,870 m) and back. Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and experience the thrill of high-altitude camping as you prepare for the final push to the summit around midnight.
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Day 9: Lemosho Route (8/8) | Millennium Camp (3,820 m/12,532 ft) – Mweka Gate (1,640 m/5,380 ft) – Hotel

  • The Millenium camp is located in a tropical rainforest. When you wake up today, you feel a sense of relief from the reduced altitude and satisfaction from reaching the summit. After breakfast, you take an easy walk to Mweka Gate, the exit of Kilimanjaro National Park.

    Your driver then brings you back to the hotel for a well-deserved rest. Unforgettable memories, breathtaking views, and a true sense of accomplishment await and will stay forever with you!

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Day 10 – 11
Flight home from Kilimanjaro International Airport after the climb

  • Sadly, this is the end of your holiday and the time to go home has arrived. Enjoy your last hours in Tanzania before our driver comes to pick you up and takes you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home. Still longing for more? It’s also possible to add a few days of safari or a beach holiday to your Kilimanjaro adventure!

Inclusions

  • Professional guides and porters
  • Full board during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Accommodation in lodges before and after the climb
  • Kilimanjaro park fees and camping fees
  • Trekking permits and summit certificates
  • Rescue and safety equipment
  • Transfers from Kilimanjaro International Airport to starting gate and back

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Personal items, snacks, or beverages outside meals
  • Optional activities before or after the climb
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