8-day Kilimanjaro climb via the Lemosho route
Enoy a unique 8-day adventure in Tanzania, climbing to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain, via the Lemosho Route, along an experienced guide from the Sirikwa Travel team.
8 Days
Jan, Feb, Aug - Dec
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Climb iconic Mt Kilimanjaro through the most scenic route
- The beautiful Lemosho route is less crowded and it has a higher summit success
- Climb along experienced and friendly local guides
Description
The Lemosho route is the most scenic and beautiful trail to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. This 8-day climb takes you to Africa’s highest peak, enjoying spectacular panoramic views along the way, from various sides of the mountain.
From all the routes to the top of Kilimanjaro, Lemosho is our favorite, because of its unique scenery, fewer crowds and a higher summit success rate compared to other routes. Come experience an unforgettable and rewarding ascent!
After a long drive from Moshi, we get to Londorossi Gate, our trek starting point. From there, the adventure begins, following a route that approaches the mountain from the west.We spend the first two days, hiking through the rainforest until we get to the Shira Ridge.
During these days, we will enjoy a pleasant hike on relatively flat terrain, crossing the Shira Plateau, from west to east. The route is not very crowded until we join the Machame route. From there, we will trek below Kilimanjaro’s Southern Ice Field, before reaching Kilimanjaro’s summit from Barafu.
From the top of the mountain, you will get a spectacula view over the African plains. Then we will then descend along the Mweka Route until we reach Mweka Gate. A vehicle will take us back from Mweka Village to our hotel in Moshi.
So what are you waiting for? Just check the dates below, book your trip and get ready for a unique climb to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. If you prefer a longer or shorter trip, or a different route, you could check out other Mount Kilimanjaro climbs we offer.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transportation start and back
- Permit and entrance fees
- Porters
- Luggage transfer
- Tents
- Cooking utensils
- Clean drinkable water
Itinerary
Day 1: Moshi-Londorrosi Gate to Mti Mkubwa
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa to Shira Camp 1
Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut
Day 4: Moir Hut to Lava Tower
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak
Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate - Moshi
Details
More info
We will send you an Equipment List upon booking
Meeting point
About the guide
Sirikwa
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Tour Operator
We offer our clients the most memorable adventures in Tanzania. We take our clients on the most amazing tours on our beautiful country, which we know inside out, like Mount Kilimanjaro, Beach Trips, Wildlife Safaris or Cultural Trips.
We have a team of excellent, professionally certified mountain guides. They have all climbed Mount Kilimanjaro more than a hundred times, through different routes. They also have a deep knowledge of the country’s national parks and about the animal kingdom. Each of our guides is a specialist in a specific area, like ecology and animal behavior.
We look forward to taking you on an unforgettable adventure!
Languages
English
What people are saying about Sirikwa
Mount Kilimanjaro Such an incredible journey! The whole experience was perfect. Leone and Jonathon guided us safely, Abbas and Pray kept us fed, Mr. Machame carried the heaviest loads, Joshua and Ramadan and the rest of the group made sure we were comfortable. Thank you for the trip of a lifetime. We hope to see the entire crew again soon.
As Advertised Sirikwa handled everything. Very responsive and respectful, didn't need to worry about local or hidden fees. Exactly as advertised. The trek was great!
9 Day Safari + 4 Days in Zanzibar I highly, highly recommend Sirikwa Travel. My best friend and I did a nine day safari in Tanzania's northern circuit of national parks and then four days in Zanzibar. It was an absolutely amazing trip of a lifetime!
Susana
We had an amazing time during our journey to the summit of Lenana . It was really difficult but with the help and accurate direction of our guide , James, we were able to reach the summit just to eclipse our eyes with the sunrise. I will never forget the images and the feeling of accomplishment from the top . During our ascendant we had a wonderful team of driver , porters , cook and guide : Willis, bernard, terrace, Joseph, jackelin, Simon , Tim and James ; all of them gave to us a warm welcome, always smiling and making sure we were confortable and mostly safe. The only discomfort was at Shipton camp where the conditions are really precarious. It looks like no one care about honouring the beauty of nature that surround the camp. They ( rock mountain hotel ) should respect such a lovely location, be proud and take measurements to have a camp on the level that the site offers. We really felt like sleeping in a pig pen 1 toilet for 20 people with bumped beds with not ladders and no space between one another . Really it is a place that need URGENTLY a remake . With regard on the main agency EXPLORE-SHARE ; we experienced an issue post booking . We did not received clear information, our question where not answered , etc . Fortunately , Nicky came and sorted out everything for us ( grateful forever) she made the changes needed and we finally got the best ( Siriwa travel). In short “UNIQUE EXPERIENCE, where challenge is constantly surrounded by a great scenery in a huge National Park”. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Bert
You did not give a detailed packing list for this trekking. it would be nice if you already to give the option to stay in the Austrian Hut (we did) . The daily description could be better. The first day we walked 5 km and the last day 9km. The other days we walked 7-8 hours
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