Climb Mount Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route in 8 days with Adhama Adventures. Known as the most scenic route, this trek offers breathtaking views, expert guides, and a high summit success rate.

Why Choose the Lemosho Route?

• Best scenic Kilimanjaro route with panoramic views across Shira Plateau.
• High summit success rate due to gradual acclimatization.
• Less crowded trail compared to Machame or Marangu.
• Ethical tourism values: sustainability, conservation, and community development.

Detailed 8-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

• Pickup at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
• Transfer to hotel in Moshi for briefing and overnight stay.

Day 2: Moshi → Lemosho Gate → Mti Mkubwa Camp

• Trek through lush rainforest.
• Distance: ~6 km | Time: 4 hours | Altitude: 2,650 m.

Day 3: Mti Mkubwa → Shira 1 Camp

• Enter moorland zone, stunning views of Shira Plateau.
• Distance: ~8 km | Time: 5–6 hours | Altitude: 3,500 m.

Day 4: Shira 1 → Shira 2 Camp

• Gentle hike across Shira Plateau.
• Distance: ~7 km | Time: 4–5 hours | Altitude: 3,850 m.

Day 5: Shira 2 → Lava Tower → Barranco Camp

• Acclimatization climb to 4,630 m at Lava Tower.
• Descend to Barranco Camp (3,960 m).
• Distance: ~10 km | Time: 7–8 hours.

Day 6: Barranco → Karanga Camp

• Conquer the Barranco Wall.
• Distance: ~5 km | Time: 4–5 hours | Altitude: 4,035 m.

Day 7: Karanga → Barafu Camp

• Trek to base camp before summit attempt.
• Distance: ~4 km | Time: 4–5 hours | Altitude: 4,640 m.

Day 8: Summit Day – Barafu → Uhuru Peak → Mweka Camp

• Midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m).
• Descend to Mweka Camp.
• Distance: ~17 km | Time: 14–16 hours.

Day 9: Mweka Camp → Mweka Gate → Moshi

• Final descent through rainforest.
• Celebration and certificate ceremony.

Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Price (Adhama Adventures)

• Solo climber: from $2,750
• Group (2–5 climbers): from $2,550 per person
• Group (6–10 climbers): from $2,400 per person
• Large group (11+ climbers): from $2,270 per person