Kilimanjaro
The classic whiskey route
Machame Route
- 7 Days
- Challenging
- Rainforest to glacier
Kilimanjaro's most popular route, with varied scenery and a gradual climb that helps you acclimatise.
Kilimanjaro
Lemosho Route
A longer, quieter route across the Shira Plateau, with extra days that give your body more time to adjust.
Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Lemosho Route · 8 Days
Package Overview
Lemosho approaches Kilimanjaro from the west, crossing the wide Shira Plateau before joining the southern circuit to the summit. It is quieter in its early stages, and the extra days give your body more time to adjust to the altitude.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Drive to Londorossi Gate to register, then on to the Lemosho trailhead for a gentle forest walk to Mti Mkubwa ("Big Tree") Camp.
Day 2 To Shira 1 Camp
Leave the forest and climb onto the Shira Ridge, with wide views over the plateau.
Day 3 Across the Shira Plateau
An easier day crossing the plateau to Shira 2 Camp, helping your body acclimatise.
Day 4 Lava Tower to Barranco
Climb high to the Lava Tower (about 4,600 m), then descend to sleep at Barranco Camp.
Day 5 Barranco Wall to Karanga
Scramble up the Barranco Wall and continue to Karanga Camp.
Day 6 Karanga to Barafu Camp
A short climb to Barafu Camp, your base for summit night.
Day 7 Summit Day: Uhuru Peak
Climb through the night to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) for sunrise, then descend to Mweka Camp.
Note: Summit night is cold and demanding. Your guides set the pace and monitor everyone's health throughout.
Day 8 Down to Mweka Gate
Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate to collect your certificate, then transfer to your hotel.
What's Included
Included
- Kilimanjaro National Park fees
- Professional mountain guides, cook and porters
- Quality mountain tents and camping equipment
- All meals and drinking water on the mountain
- Transfers to and from the park gates
- Summit certificate
Not Included
- International flights and visa
- Travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking
- Sleeping bag and personal climbing gear
- Hotel nights before and after the climb
- Tips for the mountain crew
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