8 Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climbing : One of the best routes to climb Kilimanjaro Mountain, the Lemosho trail slants the mountain from the western side. After trekking for two days, the route joins the Machame route on a third day; this route is dominated by rainforest and moorland. The nights will be spent in the mountain tents.
Day 1. Londorossi to Mti Mkubwa
Altitude: 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft
Covered distance: 6 to 7 kilometers
Climbing time: 4 hours
Habitat: Thick rainforest
We leave Arusha for Kilimanjaro trekking; the trek begins at Londorossi gate and takes about 4 hours to reach your first camp. A very thick rainforest inhabits the trail, and along the way, you will see some wild creatures like troops of monkeys and beautiful birds.
Day 2. Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1Camp
Altitude: 9,499 ft to 11,502 ft
Covered distance: 7 – 8 kilometers
Climbing time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Heather
We proceed with trekking as we pass the small volcanic rocks and grassy vegetation before reaching the Shira plateau; the breathtaking views of Kibo Peak will surprise you.
Day 3. Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut
Altitude: 11,500 ft to 13,800 ft
Covered distance: 12 kilometers
Climbing time: 8 hours
Habitat: Heather
Today, we walk to the Moir Hut, one of the less explored areas at the base of Lent Hills. Did you know? That Shira plateau is one of the tallest on Earth? A climbing expert will accompany you to ensure you reach the summit. Once you reach Moir Hut, you may take a short walk across the area, which is the best way of catching up with the acclimatization.
Day 4. Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp.
Altitude: 13,890 ft to 13,044 ft
Covered distance: 10 kilometers
Climbing time: 8 hours
Habitant: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, we set off on the way and headed to Barranco camp. Before reaching the Barranco, we will stop at Lava Tower for lunch and acclimatization. We will then proceed to the Barranco camp for our overnight; the trail from the Lava Tower to the Barranco camp is simple to descend.
Day 5. Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Altitude: 13,044 ft. to 13,106 ft.
Covered distance: 6 kilometers
Climbing time: 5 hours
Habitant: Alpine Desert
You may have heard of a Barranco wall, one the well-known for its steepness with a nearly cliff of 900 ft., making it a technical valley to cross. But thanks to our East Africa Safari Guides climbing experts who will be on your side to make sure the miss is accomplished to touch the roof of Africa.
Today, we’ll walk up to Karanga Camp, where we will stay for the rest of the night.
DAY 6 – Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Altitude: 13,106 ft. to 15,331 ft.
Covered distance: 5 kilometers
Climbing time: 6 hours
Habitant: Alpine Desert
We will ascend to Barafu camp, our last camp before summiting; we plan only to walk 5 km so we’ve enough time to relax, preparing our bodies for the upcoming night summit. Once you are here, you can see the two peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi.
Day 7. Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak
Altitude: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft
Covered distance: 5 kilometers
Climbing time: 8 hours
Habitat: Arctic
Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Altitude: 19,341 ft. to 10,065 ft.
Covered distance: 11 kilometers
Climbing time: 6 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Around midnight, your guide will be ready to begin the unforgettable trek; they will insist on freeing your mind and letting the positive thoughts flow, requiring excellent mental and physical wellness. This part of the trekking is challenging. The fast-blowing winds combined with cold flying from the eastern side of the mountain can be a big trouble at this height, but all you need is consistency because it’s never going to harm you. We will continue to ascend for a few hours. We aim to see the sunrise that rises from the Mawenzi Peak, and this will undoubtedly be the most fantastic sunrise you’ve ever seen.
We will finally arrive at Uhuru Peak, the highest summit of Africa and one of the seven summits on Earth.
DAY 8 – Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Altitude: 10,065 ft. to 5,380 ft.
Covered distance: 11 kilometers
Climbing time: 5 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
We are proud of ourselves; the mission is accomplished. After breakfast, we will head towards the Mweka Gate, an exit gate.
Your transfer guide will either drop you at the airport or the hotel.
Remember, you can always add a short safari adventure to your climbing adventure; Tarangire and Ngorongoro Safaris are the perfect combination.