Best 7-Day Kilimanjaro Summit Trekking via Lemosho Route-2025
Best 7-Day Kilimanjaro Summit Trekking via Lemosho Route – 2025
Overview
Discover the beauty and challenge of Kilimanjaro with our 7-day trekking package via the Lemosho Route. Renowned for its stunning landscapes and high success rates, the Lemosho Route offers a scenic and less crowded ascent to Africa’s highest peak. This 7-day itinerary provides ample time for acclimatization and an enriching trekking experience, making it an excellent choice for climbers aiming to reach Uhuru Peak in 2025.
Package Inclusions
Airport Transfers: Round-trip transportation between Kilimanjaro International Airport and your hotel in Moshi.
Accommodation: Pre-trek hotel stay in Moshi and all tented accommodations during the trek.
Meals: All meals during the trek, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.
Guides and Porters: Experienced mountain guides, assistant guides, cooks, and porters to support and assist you throughout the trek.
Park Fees: All necessary park entry fees, camping fees, and climbing permits.
Safety Gear: Comprehensive medical kit, oxygen supply, and altitude sickness monitoring.
Summit Certificate: Commemorative certificate upon reaching the summit.
Day-to-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi. Meet your climbing team, review the itinerary, and prepare for the trek. Overnight stay in Moshi.
Day 2: Moshi to Lemosho Gate and Trek to Big Tree Camp
Elevation: 1,800m to 2,650m
Distance: 6km
Time: 4-5 hours
Transfer to Lemosho Gate for registration. Begin your trek through lush rainforest to Big Tree Camp. Enjoy dinner and rest at the camp.
Day 3: Big Tree Camp to Shira Camp 1
Elevation: 2,650m to 3,500m
Distance: 8km
Time: 5-6 hours
Continue your ascent across the moorland zone to Shira Camp 1. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Shira Plateau and acclimatize.
Day 4: Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2
Elevation: 3,500m to 3,900m
Distance: 5km
Time: 3-4 hours
Trek from Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2, gaining altitude and allowing for acclimatization. Explore the Shira Plateau and prepare for the next day’s trek.
Day 5: Shira Camp 2 to Barranco Camp
Elevation: 3,900m to 3,960m
Distance: 10km
Time: 6-8 hours
Traverse the alpine desert to Barranco Camp, passing the Lava Tower for additional acclimatization. Enjoy the dramatic Barranco Wall, which you will tackle the following day.
Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Elevation: 3,960m to 4,200m
Distance: 7km
Time: 4-5 hours
Climb the Barranco Wall and descend into the Karanga Valley. Trek to Karanga Camp, a great spot for acclimatization and rest.
Day 7: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Elevation: 4,200m to 4,600m
Distance: 4km
Time: 4-5 hours
Continue your ascent to Barafu Camp, located near the summit. Rest and prepare for the final push to the peak. Early dinner and rest.
Day 8: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (Summit) and Descend to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 4,600m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak) and descend to 3,100m
Distance: 5km ascent, 12km descent
Time: 10-14 hours
Begin your summit push in the early hours. Reach Uhuru Peak, celebrate your achievement, and then descend to Mweka Camp for rest.
Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and Departure
Elevation: 3,100m to 1,800m
Distance: 10km
Time: 3-4 hours
Complete your descent to Mweka Gate. Receive your summit certificate and transfer back to Moshi for your departure or extend your stay if desired.
Inclusions
- All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel
- Professional, experienced, mountain guides
- Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
- Quality, waterproof, four-season mountain sleeping tents (on twin sharing basis)
- Sleeping Mattress
- Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
- All meals while on the Mountain
- Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
- Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
- Clean, purified drinking water
- Conservation fees (part of park fees)
- Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)
- Rescue fees (part of park fees)
- VAT (18% charged by the Government)
- Kilimanjaro summit certificate
Exclusions
- Tanzania Visa
- International and domestic flights
- Hotel (available as an optional addon)
- Transfers (available as an optional addon)
- Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Liquors, beers and bottled beverages
- Surcharge for online payment of advance and balance (5% on each payment)
FAQs
Why choose the 7-day Lemosho Route?
The 7-day Lemosho Route offers a gradual ascent with diverse landscapes and fewer crowds. The extended itinerary allows for optimal acclimatization, enhancing your chances of reaching the summit.
Is the 7-day itinerary suitable for all climbers?
The 7-day Lemosho Route is suitable for climbers with a good level of fitness who are prepared for a demanding trek. The extended duration provides ample time for acclimatization and a higher likelihood of a successful summit.
When is the best time to climb Kilimanjaro?
The best climbing periods are from January to March and June to October, when the weather conditions are generally favorable for trekking.
Book Your Kilimanjaro Adventure for 2025 Today!
Embark on an exceptional 7-day trek via the Lemosho Route. Experience stunning landscapes, high success rates, and comfortable camping accommodations. Contact us now to secure your spot for 2025 and begin your journey to the summit of Africa’s highest peak!
