8-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Trek – Chaga Adventures
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The 8-day Lemosho Route is widely regarded as one of the most scenic and successful ways to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Approaching the mountain from the remote western side, this route offers a quieter, more gradual ascent with outstanding panoramic views and excellent acclimatization.
With Chaga Adventures, the Lemosho Route is carefully designed to maximize your comfort, safety, and summit success. The extended 8-day itinerary allows your body to adjust naturally to the altitude, following the proven “climb high, sleep low” principle—one of the key reasons this route has one of the highest success rates on Kilimanjaro.
Throughout the journey, you will pass through five distinct ecological zones, starting in lush rainforest and progressing through moorland, alpine desert, and finally to the arctic summit zone. Highlights include the expansive Shira Plateau, the dramatic Lava Tower, and the iconic Barranco Wall.
Supported by experienced guides, porters, and cooks, your trek is fully managed from start to finish—allowing you to focus entirely on the experience. This route is ideal for climbers seeking a quieter, more immersive, and highly rewarding Kilimanjaro adventure.
Included/Excluded
- Private airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- accommodation as specified (5-star hotel & premium lodge)
- Full-board meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- All national park & conservation area entrance fees
- Private mountain chef preparing fresh, gourmet meals
- Private portable toilet tent
- Three hot meals daily + afternoon tea & snacks
- Safety equipment, including first aid kit, oxygen cylinder, and regular health monitoring (pulse oximeter checks)
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees for Tanzania
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff
- Personal expenses (beverages, souvenirs)
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Kilimanjaro Airport → Moshi / Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by the Chaga Adventures team and transferred to your hotel. In the evening, meet your guide for a full briefing, gear check, and preparation for the trek.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Lemosho Gate (2,100m) → Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,780m)
After breakfast, drive to the Lemosho Gate via Londorossi Gate for registration. From the trailhead, begin your trek through dense rainforest, rich with birdlife and possibly sightings of monkeys or other wildlife.
The trail is gentle and shaded, offering a relaxed start to the climb. Arrive at Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree Camp) in the afternoon.
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp → Shira 1 Camp (3,510m)
Leave the forest behind as the landscape transitions into moorland. The trail climbs steadily through rolling hills, offering wide views and your first glimpses of Kibo Peak.
Arrive at Shira 1 Camp on the edge of the Shira Plateau.
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Shira 1 Camp → Shira 2 Camp (3,890m)
Today’s trek is more gradual, allowing you to fully explore the Shira Plateau—one of the highest plateaus in the world. The terrain is open and scenic, with unique vegetation and sweeping views of the mountain.
This is an important acclimatization day, helping your body adjust to the altitude.
Hiking Time: 3–5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Shira 2 Camp → Lava Tower (4,630m) → Barranco Camp (3,950m)
This is a key acclimatization day following the “climb high, sleep low” strategy. You will ascend to Lava Tower, a striking volcanic formation, before descending to Barranco Camp.
Although challenging, this day greatly improves your body’s ability to adapt to high altitude.
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Barranco Camp → Karanga Camp (4,040m)
Begin the day by climbing the famous Barranco Wall—a steep but non-technical scramble that offers incredible views. After reaching the top, continue across ridges and valleys toward Karanga Camp.
This is a shorter trekking day, allowing time for rest and further acclimatization.
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Karanga Camp → Barafu Camp (4,645m)
After breakfast, continue your ascent to Barafu Camp, your base for the summit attempt. The terrain becomes more rugged and exposed, with colder temperatures and thinner air.
Arrive early to rest, enjoy an early dinner, and prepare for your midnight summit push.
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Summit Day – Barafu Camp → Uhuru Peak (5,895m) → Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Your summit attempt begins around midnight. Trek slowly through the darkness toward Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
After reaching the summit and enjoying sunrise views, descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing down to Mweka Camp for overnight recovery.
This is the most demanding and rewarding day of the climb.
Hiking Time: 10–14 hours
Habitat: Arctic → Moorland
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Mweka Camp → Mweka Gate → Moshi / Arusha
After breakfast, descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Upon arrival, receive your summit certificates before transferring back to your hotel.
Hiking Time: 3–5 hours
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
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