The Lemosho Route is one of the most beautiful and rewarding ways to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Approaching the mountain from the western side, it offers scenic rainforest trails, panoramic ridge views, and excellent acclimatization. This route is known for its high summit success rate and is recommended for trekkers seeking a less crowded and more immersive experience.
Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours | Habitat: Rainforest
Registration at Londorossi Gate followed by a trek through beautiful, dense rainforest. Look out for colobus and blue monkeys. Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Hiking Time: 6–8 Hours | Habitat: Moorland
Ascend from the forest into the heather and moorland as you cross the Shira Plateau. Enjoy panoramic views before reaching Shira 2 Camp for dinner and overnight.
Hiking Time: 6–7 Hours | Habitat: Alpine Desert
Gradual climb to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp. This “climb high, sleep low” strategy boosts your summit success.
Hiking Time: 3–5 Hours
Climb the famous Barranco Wall — an exciting and rewarding scramble — then continue across ridges and valleys to Karanga Camp.
Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours | Habitat: Alpine Desert
A steady ascent to Barafu Camp, your base for the summit attempt. Early dinner and rest before midnight wake-up.
Hiking Time: 12–15 Hours | Habitat: Arctic Summit
Start your summit push around midnight. Reach Stella Point and then Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at sunrise. After celebration and photos, descend to Barafu for a meal before continuing down to Mweka Camp. Overnight at Mweka Camp.
Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours | Habitat: Rainforest
Final descent through lush rainforest back to Mweka Gate. Collect your summit certificates and transfer to your hotel in Moshi.
| Group Size | Price Per Person (USD) |
|---|---|
| Solo Climber (Private) | $2,250 |
| 2 - 4 People | $1,950 |
| 5 - 9 People | $1,800 |
| 10+ People | $1,650 |