10-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climb Package (9 Nights)

Mid-rangeFROM

$2,989 / person

10-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climb Package (9 Nights)

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro on the spectacular Lemosho Route, widely regarded as the best route on Kilimanjaro for scenery, acclimatization, and summit success. Beginning on the remote western side of the mountain, the Lemosho Route offers quiet trails, diverse landscapes, and a gradual ascent profile ideal for reaching the summit safely.

This 10-day Kilimanjaro trekking package includes arrival and departure days, plus 8 trekking days / 7 nights on the mountain for maximum acclimatization and one of the highest summit success rates.

Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups looking for the ultimate Kilimanjaro climbing adventure in Tanzania.

Sample itineraries

DAY 01

Kilimanjaro Airport

Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Moshi

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where our team will welcome you and transfer you to Moshi.

Overnight stay at Weru Weru River Lodge on half-board basis.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Weru weru River Lodge

Moshi

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 02

Kilimanjaro Mountain

Lemosho Gate (2,100m) to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m)

Drive to Lemosho Gate for registration, then continue to the trailhead. Begin trekking through lush rainforest rich in wildlife and giant trees.

Hiking Time: 3 hours
Distance: Approx. 7 km
Altitude Gain: +650m

Dinner and overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Singita Milele

Serengeti National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 03

Kilimanjaro Mountain

Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m) to Shira 1 Camp (3,500m)

The trail climbs steadily through giant heather moorland and reaches the scenic Shira Plateau.

Hiking Time: 5 hours
Distance: Approx. 8 km
Altitude Gain: +750m

Dinner and overnight at Shira 1 Camp.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Singita Milele

Serengeti National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 04

Kilimanjaro Mountain

Shira 1 Camp (3,500m) to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)

A gentle walk across the open plateau with panoramic mountain views. This is an excellent acclimatization day.

Hiking Time: 1.5–3 hours
Distance: Approx. 7 km
Altitude Gain: +350m

Dinner and overnight at Shira 2 Camp.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Singita Milele

Serengeti National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 05

Kilimanjaro Mountain

Shira 2 Camp (3,850m) to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (3,940m)

Trek east toward Kibo Peak, passing Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp using the “climb high, sleep low” acclimatization strategy.

Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: Approx. 10 km

Dinner and overnight at Barranco Camp.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Singita Milele

Serengeti National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 06

Kilimanjaro Mountain

Barranco Camp (3,940m) to Karanga Camp (4,200m)

Climb the famous Barranco Wall and continue across ridges to Karanga Valley.

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: Approx. 5 km
Altitude Gain: +260m

Dinner and overnight at Karanga Camp.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Singita Milele

Serengeti National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 07

Kilimanjaro Mountain

Karanga Camp (4,200m) to Barafu Camp (4,600m)

A short but steep climb through alpine desert to Barafu Camp, your summit base camp.

Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Distance: Approx. 4 km
Altitude Gain: +400m

Dinner and overnight at Barafu Camp.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Singita Milele

Serengeti National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 08

kilimanjaro Mountain

Barafu Camp (4,600m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

Begin your summit attempt just after midnight. Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, and celebrate sunrise from the roof of Africa.

Descend via Barafu Camp and continue to Mweka Camp.

Hiking Time: 10–14 hours
Distance: Approx. 17 km total

Dinner and overnight at Mweka Camp.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Singita Milele

Serengeti National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 09

Kilimanjaro Mountain

Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,600m)

Descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate where you receive your summit certificate.

Transfer back to Moshi for overnight stay at Weru Weru River Lodge.

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: Approx. 10 km

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Singita Milele

Serengeti National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 10

Kilimanjaro International Airport

Departure – Airport Transfer

Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport in time for your departure flight.

Where to stay

Singita Milele

Serengeti National Park

Meals

Breakfast

Speak to an expert to personalise this tour

Our team of travel specialists are waiting to help you book your dream adventure.

Safari Inclusions & Exclusions

Hotel accommodation before and after climb

Airport transfers

Kilimanjaro transfers

Park entrance fees

Camping fees

Rescue fees

Professional mountain guides

Porters and cook

3 meals daily on the mountain

Tents, mattresses, chairs, tables

Private portable toilet

Drinking water

Oxygen tanks

Full mountain support crew

Tips for guides, porters, and cook

Tanzania visa

International flights

Domestic flights

Laundry service

Drinks and beverages

Personal expenses

Personal trekking gear

Travel insurance

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