The Best Nine (9)-Days Kilimanjaro’s Climbing Lemosho Route 2025
The Best Nine (9)-Days Kilimanjaro’s Climbing Lemosho Route 2025
Embark on the ultimate adventure to the summit of Africa’s highest peak with our 9-day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro climb. This extended itinerary offers maximum acclimatization time, increasing your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak while soaking in some of the most spectacular scenery on Kilimanjaro. If you’re looking for a slower pace, higher summit success rate, and a truly immersive experience, this is the perfect route for you. Begin planning your 2025 journey now!
Why Choose Our 9-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Tour Package?
1. Maximum Acclimatization Time:
With an extra acclimatization day, the 9-day Lemosho Route allows your body to adjust gradually to the altitude, reducing the risk of altitude sickness and boosting your success rate.
2. Diverse Landscapes:
The Lemosho Route is renowned for its unmatched scenery, taking you through rainforests, moorlands, alpine deserts, and glaciers, offering the best of Kilimanjaro’s diverse ecosystems.
3. Expert Team of Guides and Porters:
Our guides are among the most experienced on Kilimanjaro, ensuring your safety while providing deep insights into the mountain’s natural and cultural history.
4. Higher Success Rate:
The extra day for acclimatization increases your likelihood of reaching the summit, with success rates often exceeding 95% for the 9-day Lemosho Route.
5. Sustainable Trekking:
We are committed to responsible tourism practices, from fair treatment of porters to minimizing our environmental footprint on the mountain.
Detailed Itinerary for the 9-Day Lemosho Route
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Moshi for a pre-trek briefing and gear check. Rest and prepare for your adventure.
Day 2: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Elevation: 2,100m to 2,650m (6,890ft to 8,690ft)
Your trek begins in the lush rainforest, home to unique wildlife, before reaching Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
Elevation: 2,650m to 3,500m (8,690ft to 11,480ft)
Continue through the forest until the trail emerges onto the expansive Shira Plateau, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Day 4: Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp
Elevation: 3,500m to 3,850m (11,480ft to 12,630ft)
A short but scenic hike across the Shira Plateau, providing further acclimatization and great photo opportunities of the Western Breach.
Day 5: Shira 2 to Moir Hut for Acclimatization
Elevation: 3,850m to 4,200m (12,630ft to 13,780ft)
This acclimatization day involves a trek to Moir Hut, where you’ll reach higher elevations and then descend back to camp. This extra day allows your body to adapt, boosting your summit chances.
Day 6: Shira 2 to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Elevation: 3,850m to 3,960m (12,630ft to 13,000ft)
A challenging day with a climb up to Lava Tower (4,600m) before descending to Barranco Camp. This is another important acclimatization opportunity.
Day 7: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Elevation: 3,960m to 3,995m (13,000ft to 13,100ft)
Climb the famous Barranco Wall, a non-technical but exhilarating section of the trek. After conquering the wall, trek through the scenic Karanga Valley to camp.
Day 8: Karanga to Barafu Camp
Elevation: 3,995m to 4,673m (13,100ft to 15,330ft)
Today’s hike brings you to Barafu Camp, the base camp for your summit attempt. You’ll have an early dinner and rest before beginning the final push to the summit.
Day 9: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 4,673m to 5,895m (15,330ft to 19,341ft)
Depart Barafu around midnight and make your way to the summit, Uhuru Peak, just in time to witness a spectacular sunrise from the Roof of Africa. After celebrating your achievement, begin the descent to Mweka Camp for some much-needed rest.
Day 10: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Return to Moshi
Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificate and be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi to celebrate your accomplishment.
Package Inclusion & Exclusions
Inclusion
- Guide, Porters
- Park Fees, Tax
- Gate transfer
- Crew wages
- Environment fees
- During the climb you will be camping throughout you climb!
- Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners
- Drinking water
- Cook
Exclusion
- Flights
- Tipping the crew
- Visas
FAQs about the 9-Day Lemosho Route
1. Why is the 9-day Lemosho Route the best option?
The 9-day itinerary provides the most gradual ascent, with an extra day for acclimatization. This results in a lower risk of altitude sickness and a higher summit success rate.
2. Is the Lemosho Route crowded?
The Lemosho Route is less crowded compared to the Machame and Marangu routes, offering a more remote and peaceful trekking experience.
3. What is the best time to climb Kilimanjaro?
The best times to climb are during the dry seasons, from January to March and from June to October. These months offer the best weather and trail conditions for your climb.
Book Your 2025 Kilimanjaro Climb Today!
Take on the challenge of a lifetime by climbing Kilimanjaro via the 9-day Lemosho Route in 2025. This extended trek not only enhances your summit chances but also offers a more relaxed and scenic journey to the top. Secure your spot now and start your adventure towards the Roof of Africa!
