Top-Best 8-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour Packages from Moshi | Arusha
Top-Best 8-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour Packages from Moshi | Arusha
This top-best 8-Day Lemosho route Kilimanjaro hiking tour packages from Moshi or Arusha offers an unforgettable adventure to the summit of Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters. Known for its scenic beauty, this route takes trekkers through diverse landscapes, from lush rainforests to the expansive Shira Plateau and barren alpine deserts. The gradual ascent is designed for optimal acclimatization, ensuring a safer and more successful summit attempt. This tour combines stunning views, rich ecosystems, and a well-paced itinerary to provide the best possible experience for those seeking to conquer Kilimanjaro. With expert guides, porters, and full support, the 8-day trek offers both challenge and reward, making it the ideal choice for those looking to experience the majesty of Mount Kilimanjaro.
The 8-Day Lemosho Route on Kilimanjaro hiking tour packages from Moshi | Arusha is widely regarded as one of the most scenic and diverse hiking routes, offering an unforgettable journey to the summit. Starting from the Londorossi Gate near Moshi or Arusha, the route takes trekkers through a variety of ecosystems, from lush rainforests to the expansive Shira Plateau, alpine meadows, and the barren desert landscapes closer to the summit. This gradual ascent is designed to maximize acclimatization, with a "climb high, sleep low" strategy, which increases your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet). With its extended itinerary, the 8-day trek offers a higher summit success rate of around 85-90%, compared to faster routes, due to better acclimatization time. This allows trekkers to adjust to the altitude and reduces the risk of altitude sickness. The route provides panoramic views of glaciers, ice fields, and the vast plains of Africa, making it not only a physically challenging trek but also one of the most visually rewarding. The Lemosho Route’s diverse ecosystems, stunning landscapes, and a steady ascent make it the perfect choice for those seeking both a challenging climb and a chance to experience the beauty of Kilimanjaro in its full glory.
Our top-best 8-Day Lemosho Route on Kilimanjaro hiking tour Itinerary from Moshi | Arusha
Our top-best 8-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro hiking tour itinerary from Moshi or Arusha offers an unforgettable and scenic journey to the top peak summit of Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters. This carefully designed trek begins at Londorossi Gate and takes you through diverse ecosystems, including lush rainforests, the Shira Plateau, alpine meadows, and barren desert landscapes. The gradual ascent ensures ample acclimatization, following the "climb high, sleep low" strategy to increase summit success rates, which are around 85-90%. Each day provides breathtaking views and a steady progression to the top, with professional guides, porters, and all necessary equipment to support your journey. Ideal for those with a moderate to high fitness level, this route combines stunning landscapes with a high chance of success, making it one of the best ways to experience the beauty and challenge of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Hiking Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp
Elevation (ft): 7,800ft to 9,500ft
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time:3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
Full board at Forest camp Know as {Big tree Camp}.
We depart from Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead (another hour to reach the trailhead). Upon arrival at trailhead, we eat lunch, and then commence through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site which is Forest camp Know as {Big tree Camp}.
Day 2: Kilimanjaro Hiking Forest Camp to Shira One Camp
Elevation (ft): 9,500ft to 11,500ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Full Board at Shira One Camp
We continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is amazing.
Day 3: Kilimanjaro Hiking Shira Camp 1 to Shira 2 to Moir Camp
Elevation (ft): 11,500ft to 13,800 ft
Distance: 14 km
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Full Board at Shira 2 camp
We explore the Shira plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibo’s glaciered peak, across the plateau which leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. Then we Stay at shira 2 camp or continue to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira is one of the highest plateaus on earth.
Day 4: Kilimanjaro Hiking Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp or Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco.
Elevation (ft): 13,800ft to 13,000ft
Distance: 7 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Semi Desert
Full Board at Shira 2 or Moir Hut camp
From the Shira Plateau, we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth.” Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft. We now continue down to the Barranco Hut at an altitude of 13,000ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
Day 5: Kilimanjaro Hiking Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 13,100ft
Distance: 5km
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Full Board at Karanga Camp.
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. This is a short day meant for acclimatization.
Day 6:Kilimanjaro Hiking Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Elevation (ft): 13,100ft to 15,300ft
Distance: 4 km
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Full Board at Barafu Hut Camp.
After breakfast, we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.
Day 7: Kilimanjaro Hiking Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut
Elevation (ft): 15,300ft to 19,345ft (and down to 10,000ft)
Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent
Habitat: Arctic
Full Board at Mweka hut Camp.
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek.
At Stella Point (18,600 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit.
From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You will need gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
Day 8: Kilimanjaro Hiking Mweka Camp to Moshi
Elevation (ft): 10,000ft to 5,400ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
Half Board
After breakfast we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
Africa Natural Tours vehicle will be waiting for you at Mweka gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi.
Day of departure: Transfer to the Kilimanjaro Airport.
All Included in 8-Day Lemosho Route on Kilimanjaro hiking tour packages from Moshi | Arusha
- Environment fees
- Crew wages
- Gate transfer
- Tax
- Park Fees
- Guide
- During the climb you will be staying at campsites!
- 5 Breakfasts
- 6 Lunches
- 5 Dinners
- Drinking water
- Cook
- Porters
Not included in Top-best 8-Day Lemosho Route on Kilimanjaro hiking tour packages from Moshi | Arusha
- Flights
- Tipping the crew
- Visas
