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7 Days Lemosho Route Overview

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The seven days Lemosho variation is preferred and is recommended by experieced trekkers who have a fair experience of high altitude treks. In this 7 days itinerary, the trekkers will be hiking from Barranco Camp to Karanga camap and then to Barafu Camp on day 5 of the trek. the overall exposure to this altitude will help prepare the body for higher altitudes coming on the following days. This schedule is very tough, when compared with 8 days Lemosho trek. The descent is by the Mweka Route.

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7 Days Lemosho Route Itinerary

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Distance: 6km

Londorossi Gate (2,360m/ 7,742ft) – Mti Mkubwa camp (2,895m/ 9,498ft)

We depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead (another hour to reach the trailhead). Upon arrival at trailhead, we eat lunch, then commence through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.

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Distance: 8km

Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,895m/ 9,498ft) – Shira 1 Camp (3,505m/ 11,500ft)

We continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is amazing.

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Distance: 11km

Shira 1 (3,505m/ 11,500ft) - Moir Hut(4,200m/ 13,800ft)

We explore the Shira plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibos glaciered peak, across the plateau which leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. Then we continue to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira is one of the highest plateaus on earth.

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Distance: 10km

Moir Hut (4,200m/ 13,800ft) to Barranco Camp (3,976m/ 13,044ft)

From the Shira Plateau, we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth.” Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft. We now continue down to the Barranco Hut at an altitude of 13,000ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.

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Distance: 9km

Barranco Camp (3,976m/ 13,044ft) - Barafu Camp (4,673m/ 15,331ft)

After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. Then, we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.

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Distance: 17km

Barafu Camp(4,673m/ 15,331ft) - Uhuru Peak(5,895m/ 19,341ft) - Mweka Camp(3,068m/ 10,065ft)

Around midnight, begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. For the next six hours, hike by the light of your headlamp. The ascent to the crater rim is the most challenging part of the entire trek. The trail is very steep until you reach the crater rim at Stella Point.

The hike from Stella Point to Uhuru Peak is a gradual climb and, as far as hikes go, not very difficult. The altitude, however, makes the hike long and tiring. The crater rim hike takes approximately one hour. Upon reaching Uhuru, take photos of your guide and group at the peak before beginning the descent to Mweka Camp. On the way down from Uhuru, enjoy views of the mountain, crater, clouds and glaciers.

At Barafu Camp, eat breakfast and take a short break. You still have another three to five hours to go before reaching Mweka Camp.

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Distance: 10km

Mweka Camp (3,068m/ 10,065ft) - Mweka gate (1,640m/ 5,380ft)

After breakfast, finish the trek with a descent to Mweka Gate. Your last hike on Kilimanjaro is a beautiful one, passing through Kilimanjaro’s cloud forest. Watch your step during the descent, as the trail can be slippery. Ascend Tanzania vehicles will be waiting at the lower station of Mweka Gate to take you back to Moshi. You will be able to buy t-shirts and sodas at the gate.

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Day 1 :

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp | 6km / 4mi

Day 2 :

Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp 1 | 8km / 5mi

Day 3 :

Shira Camp 1 to Moir Hut | 11km / 7mi

Day 4 :

Moir Hut to Barranco Camp | 10km / 6mi

Day 5 :

Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp | 9km / 5mi

Day 6 :

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Hut | 17km / 10mi

Day 7 :

Mweka Camp to Moshi | 10km / 6mi

7 Days Lemosho Route Map

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What's Included

  • All Entry fees
  • All camping and hut fees
  • 4 season mountain tents with vestibules
  • All camping gears
  • High-Quality 4-inch Sleeping Mattress & Pillow
  • Duffle bags (complimentary)
  • Oxygen cylinder (complimentary)
  • Ox miter machine
  • Mobile Communications (for emergency only)
  • Transport to/from the mountain gates
  • Experienced and friendly trek staff (cook and porters) and their salaries
  • Meals (3 times per day)
  • Boiled/Purified drinking water
  • Cook and kitchen utensils
  • 18% VAT
  • English-speaking guide (certified as a Wilderness First Responder & Emergency Medicine Adult and Child CPR)
  • Special Language Guide (for $20 per guide,per day)
  • First Aid & Injury prevention kits
  • Daily briefing
  • 15% discount on gear rental ( the discount applies for online shopping only)
  • Personal Summit Certificate stamped and signed by the National Park and your Guide

What's Excluded

  • International and local flight from - to back home
  • Tips (Gratuity) to guide and porters
  • Tanzania Visa
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
  • Hotels for before and after trek night (available as add ons)
  • Airport Transfer (50$ one way per car)
  • Personal mountain gear (We offer high-quality Gear Rental, see below for more info)

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