The Lemosho route approaches the mountain from the west and is used by very few trekkers, making it one of the secluded routes on Kilimanjaro. The first couple of days through the rain forest give the climbers an extremely exciting experience with possibilities of seeing wildlife. Lemosho is a difficult route, but the added days on the lower slopes of the mountain make this an ideal route for altitude acclimatization.
Lemosho is probably the most varied and most beautiful scenically as it ascends through the rainforest, crosses the spectacular Shira Plateau, and also visits the great Barranco wall and Lava Toweron the Machame route.
Trekkers confident of their fitness and enjoy camping out for long periods without fatigue, this route offers the greatest adventure variation thus the ideal choice for them. It is also recommended for those who value proper altitude acclimatization and looking for a lesser travelled route.
Hotel or Aiport
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Upon arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Meet your climbing guide for briefing and final gear check. Overnight at the hotel.
Drive to Londorossi Park Gate then on to the Lemosho glades to the trailhead at 6,890 ft/2100m. Walk through the forest to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
Trek across several streams in the heather zone of the mountain and cross the Shira Ridge on to the Shira Plateau where we camp for the night.
This day’s trek is a gentle one across the plateau to Shira Hut camp on moorland meadows zone. Heading eastward to a junction where we continue to Lava Tower Campsite (14,760ft/4500m), then descend to Barranco camp, thus allowing your body to adjust to altitude change. Take the day’s rest here.
Across the Karanga Valley and ascend to Barafu campsite. Have dinner and take the day’s rest, ready for the hike to the summit.
Note: An extra day for acclimatization can be added by staying overnight at Karanga camp, then proceeding to Barafu camp the next day.
Start at mid-night for the Summit (Uhuru peak) arriving at sunrise. Descend back to Barafu for breakfast then further down to Mweka Hut. Have lunch and spend the rest of the day relaxing.
After Breakfast, descend to the park gate where a vehicle awaits for the transfer to hotel at Moshi
After a night at Moshi feeling like a hero catch your drive back to Nairobi of flight back home
