“A hasty person misses the sweet things”
Tanzania Swahili proverb

The Route Overview

The Lemosho route is one of the most incredible and distinctive routes to the summit! It starts on the western side of the mountain, which means you’ll have the place almost to yourself! And the views? Absolutely breath-taking!

This route is perfect for those who are fit and up for an adventure! It’s one of the more expensive routes, but it’s worth every penny. It takes a bit longer, which is great because it gives you the chance to acclimatise properly. This is also why it has the highest success rate!
So start preparing for the hike of your lifetime and for the picture you’ll be taking on the summit showing off your biggest smile!

Day 01 :

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport for your climb

When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our friendly guide will be there waiting for you with a big smile on his face! He will then drop you off at your hotel, where you can relax from your flight.
While at the hotel, you will meet your guide before the start of your climb. He will give you a full briefing and offer advice on what to wear, what to pack, and other important tips to make your climb as comfortable and successful as possible!

Day 02 :

Drop off (3,500 m/11,483 ft) - Shira 1 Camp (3,510 m/11,515 ft)

Today is the day you start your incredible journey via the Lemosho Route! Your guide will pick you up bright and early and take you on an approximately 4-hour drive to the western entrance of Kilimanjaro National Park (2,200 m). The road then takes you through a truly breathtaking tropical rainforest, before you reach the drop-off point at 3,500 metres, where you can soak up the incredible views of the Shira plateau. The great news is that the walking route to the first camp is flat, which allows you to get used to the high altitude in no time!

Day 03 :

Shira 1 Camp (3,510 m/11,515 ft) - Shira 2 Camp (3,890 m/12,762 ft)

Get ready for an amazing day! You'll be leaving Shira 1 Camp (3,505 m) and heading to Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m) in the morning. This walk is not difficult and you can enjoy the absolutely breathtaking landscapes and the unique flora of Kilimanjaro's surroundings as you climb higher! On a clear day, you'll be blown away by the incredible views from Shira 2 Camp, where you can spot the magnificent Mount Meru (the fifth peak of Africa). After lunch, it's time for an acclimatisation walk to Lava Tower Camp (elevation gain of 200m). This is a great way to increase the chances of summiting and reducing the chances of altitude sickness!

Day 04 :

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)

From Shira Camp 2 to the absolutely stunning Lava Tower at 4,630 m (15,190 ft), you'll experience a series of breathtaking ascents and descents, with incredible views along the way! Then it's time for lunch at the incredible Lava Tower! You'll have one to two hours to enjoy a delicious meal and let your body adjust to the higher altitude. After a delicious lunch, it's time to descend to Barranco Camp! Keep your eyes peeled for some truly unique flowering plants that reach up to five metres in height! Barranco Camp is situated at the foot of the awe-inspiring Barranco Wall, which is truly a sight to behold! It's not just impressive in terms of sheer size, but also in its steepness.

Day 05 :

Barranco Camp (3950 m/12,959 ft) - Karanga Camp (4,040 m/13,254 ft)

After a delicious breakfast at Barranco Camp, it's time to head out on an incredible adventure to the Barranco Wall! This is the best part of the climb for many people! Once you reach the top of the Barranco Wall, you'll be treated to a truly spectacular view of the Kibo Volcano and Mount Meru!

After that, get ready for an even more challenging hike to reach the incredible Karanga Camp! This route is full of exciting ascents and descents, so make sure you keep up with the group! Then it's time for lunch at the camp! After a well-deserved rest, you can take an incredible acclimatisation hike in the direction of Barafu Camp.

Day 06 :

Karanga Camp (4,040 m/13,254 ft) - Barafu Camp (4,645 m/15,239 ft)

Barafu Camp is the starting point for your ascent to the Uhuru Peak – the top of Kilimanjaro! Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! You'll set off after breakfast and arrive at the camp around lunch. Once you've had a chance to rest, it's time for an exhilarating acclimatisation hike to the incredible Kosovo Summit Camp (4,870m) and back! Soak up the incredible views of the surrounding peaks and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as you experience the thrills of high-altitude camping. You'll be on the final stretch to the summit around midnight, so get ready to embrace the excitement!

Day 07 :

Barafu Camp (4,645 m/15,239 ft) - Uhuru Peak (5,895 m/19,340 ft) - Millennium Camp (3,820 m/12,532 ft)

Today is the day! Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! At midnight, the magic begins! You set off from Barafu Camp on the incredible journey to Uhuru Peak. The climb is an amazing adventure that takes you over good trails and the most challenging part is the high altitude, which makes it all the more rewarding! And then, at last, you reach the summit! There, you can enjoy a truly magnificent sunrise, which is quite something at this height! After a short time at the top, where you celebrate your ultimate triumph, you descend slowly to the scenic Millennium Camp, where you can relax and enjoy the incredible views!

Day 08 :

Millennium Camp (3,820 m/12,532 ft) - Mweka Gate (1,640 m/5,380 ft) - Hotel

The incredible Millennium camp is nestled in a lush tropical rainforest. Waking up today is a delight! The reduced altitude brings a sense of relief, and reaching the summit is a cause for celebration. After a delicious breakfast, you embark on an easy, invigorating walk to the park exit where you will collect your well-deserved certificate.

And now for something really special! Your driver is taking you back to the hotel for a well-deserved rest!

Day 09 :

Flight home from Kilimanjaro International Airport after the climb

It's time to head home, but don't forget to enjoy your last moments on holiday! Make the most of your last hours in Tanzania! Our driver will be coming by to pick you up and take you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home. Still longing for more? And there's more! You can also add a few days of safari or a beach holiday to your Kilimanjaro adventure!