Kilimanjaro Route

Lemosho Route

Duration: 8 Days (full) — 7 Days (short)

Price: ~$2,800–$3,200 per person (8 days), ~$2,600–$2,800 (7 days)

Best for: Excellent acclimatization & scenery

A scenic western approach with excellent acclimatization profile and varied mountain landscapes.

Notes

Short 7-day option skips one early plateau day but maintains good acclimatization.

Trip Highlights

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Tipping

Tipping for guides & porters is customary and not usually included; estimate $150–$250 per climber (or group, depending on service level).

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Day 1 — Londorossi Gate → Mti Mkubwa

Start on the western Lemosho approach through forest to Mti Mkubwa; relaxed first day to settle in.
Day 2 — Mti Mkubwa → Shira 1

Climb to the Shira Plateau with increasing openness and excellent views; steady pace for acclimatization.
Day 3 — Shira 1 → Shira 2

Short plateau walk to Shira 2 with time to rest and acclimatize on high ground.
Day 4 — Shira 2 → Lava Tower → Barranco

Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco for overnight rest.
Day 5 — Barranco → Karanga Camp

Cross the Barranco Wall and traverse toward Karanga Camp across alpine terrain.
Day 6 — Karanga → Barafu

Proceed to Barafu Camp and prepare for the summit attempt with early rest and gear checks.
Day 7 — Barafu → Summit → Mweka

Summit night to Uhuru Peak followed by descent to Mweka Camp for recovery.
Day 8 — Mweka → Mweka Gate

Final descent to the gate and transfer; celebration and onward logistics.

Short 7-day option skips one early plateau day but maintains good acclimatization.

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