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8-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro

An eight-day Kilimanjaro climb from the western side through forest, Shira Plateau and the southern circuit before the summit.

8 DurationPrivate Kilimanjaro climbMoshi / Arusha startChallenging

Trekking Overview

This eight-day Lemosho itinerary uses the western approach and a longer progression across Kilimanjaro. It is suited to travellers who want more time on the mountain and a route that develops gradually before the summit phase.

Trek Highlights

  • Eight trekking days
  • Western Lemosho approach
  • Shira Plateau
  • Gradual route progression
  • Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m

Day by day

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Lemosho trailhead to Mti Mkubwa

Lemosho trailhead to Mti Mkubwa

After registration and transfer to the western trailhead, begin through rainforest to the first camp.

Meals: Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Day 2

Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1

Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1

Continue out of the forest into heath and moorland toward the western Shira Plateau.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Shira 1 Camp
Day 3

Shira 1 to Shira 2

Shira 1 to Shira 2

Cross the plateau at a controlled pace with time to settle into higher altitude.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Shira 2 Camp
Day 4

Shira 2 to Barranco via Lava Tower

Shira 2 to Barranco via Lava Tower

Climb toward Lava Tower before descending to Barranco for an important acclimatisation day.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Barranco Camp
Day 5

Barranco to Karanga

Barranco to Karanga

Cross the Barranco Wall area and continue to Karanga with guide-managed pacing.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Karanga Camp
Day 6

Karanga to Barafu

Karanga to Barafu

Reach the summit staging camp, rest and prepare for the overnight climb.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Barafu Camp
Day 7

Summit to Mweka Camp

Summit to Mweka Camp

Climb toward Uhuru Peak, then descend from the summit zone to Mweka Camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Mweka Camp
Day 8

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Finish the descent through forest and transfer from the gate after park formalities.

Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: Hotel on request

Package includes

  • Licensed mountain guide team and porter support as confirmed
  • Park entry and route fees specifically included in the quotation
  • Mountain accommodation on the selected route
  • Meals and drinking water treatment arrangements on the mountain
  • Pre-climb briefing and route transfers as confirmed

Package excludes

  • International flights and visa
  • Personal trekking equipment unless specifically quoted
  • Travel and high-altitude insurance
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Extra hotel nights or transfers not included in the final programme

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