6 DAYS KILIMANJARO HIKING TOUR VIA LEMOSHO ROUTE 2025

About Lemosho Route

Kilimanjaro Climbing - Lemosho Route 6 Days Considered the most scenic route on Kilimanjaro, this itinerary offers panoramic views of different sides of the mountain. Being one of the new routes, Lemosho, is great for Kilimanjaro climbing . It is our recommended route because it is less crowded and offers an ideal balance of scenic beauty and high success rate. The Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro climbing starts on the west side of Kilimanjaro at the Londorossi Gate. Then follows his two-day trek through deep rainforest to the Shira Plains. The road ahead climbs horizontally from the Shira Plateau heading east to the Lava Tower. At this point the route takes the Southern Circuit to the Barranco Valley before reaching the top of Barafu. Perfect for those who want to make a difference! The 6-days Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho route is for those with limited time but wishing to avoid the crowds found in Machame and Marangu.

DAY 0: ARRIVAL (KILIMANJARO/ARUSHA) AIRPORT – MOSHI

Upon arrival at Arusha/Kilimanjaro Airport, your Burigi Chato Safaris Driver-guide will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi Tanzania (For budget hotels, we recommend Kilimanjaro White House Hotel). You will settle into your accommodation, relax and get acquainted with the Tanzanian atmosphere. The next day via Lemosho route You will be ready to start our 6 days Kilimanjaro climbing trip via Lemosho route.

DAY 1 of 6 DAYS KILIMANJARO CLIMBING: LONDOROSSI PARK GATE TO MTI MKUBWA CAMPSITE

On the Day 1 of 6 Days Kilimanjaro climbing , after breakfast, you will be picked up at the inn and driven to the 2,250 m-high Londorossi Gate. After completing the required registration, you'll take a rough drive into the deep jungle, where your Kilimanjaro climbing experience will start. To get to the Big Tree Camp, the fairly steep trail winds through an unaltered natural forest (2,780 m). For the first two days of your journey, an armed ranger will be with you during your Kilimanjaro climbing because there is wild wildlife around. At Big Tree Camp, you'll sleep in tents for the night. 7800 to 9,500 feet in elevation
6 kilometers;
3 to 4 hours of hiking;
rain forest habitat;
sleep at Mti Mkubwa Campsite

DAY 2 of 6 Days KILIMANJARO HIKING: MTI MKUBWA CAMPSITE TO SHIRA 2 CAMPSITE

On the Day 2 of 6 Days Kilimanjaro hiking Today's journey is long and will take you into the jungle on a narrow track. The scenery increasingly becomes drier and barer as you rise, and the forest gradually grows thinner. There are lobelia and ericas scattered over the moorland. After 4 to 5 hours, you will pass Shira Ridge and arrive at Shira Camp 1. You may enjoy views of Mount Meru and the Rift Valley during Kilimanjaro hiking while taking a break for lunch and stretching your muscles here.

You will continue your Kilimanjaro hiking for another three hours, climbing 250 m. Before arriving at the Shira Camp 2, your ultimate goal for the day, you will cross gigantic senecios that are about 9 meters tall as you make your way through hardened lava. A supper will be served to you that evening, and if you're lucky, you'll be able to view the peak glowing orange in the setting light. Altitude: 3,010 m to 3,845 m;
Elevation (ft): 9,500 ft to 12,500 ft;
Distance: 18 km;
Hiking Time: 8 to 9 hours;
Habitat: Moorland
•Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

DAY 3 of 6 Days KILIMANJARO CLIMBING: SHIRA 2 CAMPSITE TO BARRANCO CAMPSITE

On the day 3 of 6 Days Kilimanjaro climbing, although you will be climbing or hiking roughly 800 meters during your Kilimanjaro climbing today, you will only be camped at a small elevation increase from the night before. This will give your body time to adjust since during the next two days of your Kilimanjaro climbing , you'll be climbing or hiking to a height of more than 4,500 m.

In the direction of the Lava Tower, the walk begins with an arduous rise over the Shira Plateau. We proceed eastward from the Shira Plateau along a hill, past the intersection that leads to Kibo's summit. As we go on with our Kilimanjaro climbing , our course shifts to the south-east, in the direction of the "Shark's Tooth" lava tower. We reach the second intersection, which leads us to the Arrow Glacier at a height of 16,000 feet, shortly after passing the tower. As the environment transforms into an afro-alpine desert, the flora becomes sparser.

The broad Barranco Valley, home to enormous senecio and lobelia plants, is traversed by the route during Kilimanjaro climbing . You will reach Barranco Camp, the most picturesque camp on the mountain, after traveling for 6 to 7 hours. Altitude: 3,845 to 3,960 meters;10 kilometers;
6 to 8 hours of usage time.
Semi-desert habitat;
breakfast, lunch, and dinner;
a camp called Barranco for an overnight

DAY 4 of 6 Days KILMANJARO HIKING: BARRANCO CAMPSITE TO KARANGA CAMPSITE THEN BARAFU CAMP

During the Day 4 of 6 Days Kilimanjaro hiking ,the Barranco Wall climb serves as the opening of the current segment. We leave Barranco and proceed up a narrow slope, crossing the Barranco Wall, to the camp ground in the Karanga Valley. After that, we leave Karanga and arrive at the intersection where the Mweka Trail joins. Safety comes first, and your guides will help you as needed. During Kilimanjaro hiking, you may take in the breathtaking views of Kibo's south glacier by following the ridge as it travels up and down. After lunch, you will climb or hike for two to three hours to Barafu Camp in the Karanga Valley.

You have now finished the South Circuit Kilimanjaro hiking of your, which provides a variety of perspectives of the top. We set up camp here, take a nap, eat dinner, and get ready for the summit day. From here, one can view Mawenzi and Kibo, the two summits. Once you get at the camp, you may unwind, have supper, and call it a night from Barafu Camp. • Elevation: 3,960 to 4,640 meters
Elevation gain: 13,044 feet to 13,106 ft
Elevation: 13,106 feet to 15,331 feet
Distance Traveled: 5 km
Time spent hiking will be between four and five hours.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served.
The habitat is the Alpine Desert.
Overnight Arrangements: Barafu camp

DAY 5 of 6 Days KILIMANJARO CLIMBING: BARAFU CAMPSITE TO UHURU PEAK THEN BACK TO MWEKA CAMP

The Day 5 0f 6 Days Kilimanjaro climbing continue on the fifth day. The ascent starts at midnight after a cup of hot tea and a short snack. While traversing between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers, we proceed to the top. You travel northwest and make your way over steep scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. The hardest part of the walk both physically and emotionally is this section. You will take a brief break at Stella Point (18,600 feet), where you will be rewarded with the most spectacular dawn you are ever likely to witness (weather permitting). On your hour-long Kilimanjaro climbing journey to the peak from Stella Point, you could run into snow the entire way. You have arrived at Uhuru Peak, the highest peak on both Mount Kilimanjaro and the African continent. More rapid climbers or hikers will see the sunrise from the summit.

After our successful Kilimanjaro climbing we now begin our descent from the peak, going straight down to the Mweka Hut campsite while pausing at Barafu for lunch. Due to the loose gravel going down, gaiters and trekking poles are recommended. Due to its location in the higher forest, Mweka Camp may expecvrience late-afternoon mist or rain. We have our final meal on the mountain later in the evening before a well-earned rest. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided. The lodging is at Mweka Camp. Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp; Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak;
Elevations: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft; 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft;
Distances: 5 km (3 miles); 12 km (7 miles);
Altitude: 4,640 m to 5,895 m, 5,895 m to 3,080 m,
7-8 hours of hiking,
4-6 hours of hiking,
Arctic, and Rain Forest habitats, respectively.

DAY 6 of 6 Days KILIMANJARO HIKING: DESCENDING FROM MWEKA CAMP TO MWEKA GATE TO MOSHI

On the Day 6 of 6 Days Kilimanjaro hiking, after breakfast, the mountain crew conducts a customary farewell ritual to bring in the final stage of your incredible and unforgettable Kilimanjaro hiking journey. Following a leisurely 2-to-3-hour descent through the jungle, you will arrive at Mweka Gate and be picked by your driver. He will drive you home, where you may take a warm shower and then spend the rest of the day relaxing, swimming, or commemorating your accomplishment of your Kilimanjaro hiking Tanzanian adventure. Remember you can give your tour guides and porters a tip. It is time to rejoice! 3.080 meters to 1,630 meters in altitude
9.3 kilometers down
2 to 3 hours of use time.
• Meals: Lunch and Breakfast

Lemosho Price Inclusion

General

  • Guide
  • Park Fees
  • Tax
  • Gate transfer
  • Crew wages
  • Environment fees
  • Accommodation

    During the climb you will spleep in Tents

    Food

  • 5 Brekafasts
  • 6 Lunches
  • 5 Dinners
  • Drinking Water
  • Other

  • Guide
  • Porters
  • Cook
  • Not Included

  • Flights
  • Crew Tips
  • Visas
  • Number Of DaysNo. of PeopleTour Price Range From;
    6 Days Machame Route1 Person$1300
    7 Days Machame Route1 Person$1500
    8 Days Machame Route1 Person$1700
    Machame Route 6 Days 2 > more$1200 - $1800
    Machame Route 7 Days2 > more$1400 - $2000

    Extra Inclusions for The Luxury Tour

    General

  • Guide
  • Park Fees
  • Tax
  • Gate transfer
  • Crew wages
  • Environment fees
  • Number Of DaysNo. of PeopleTour Price Range From;
    6 Days Machame Route1 Person$1300
    7 Days Machame Route1 Person$1500
    8 Days Machame Route1 Person$1700
    Machame Route 6 Days 2 > more$1200 - $1800
    Machame Route 7 Days2 > more$1400 - $2000

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