Considered to be the most scenic of all the Kilimanjaro routes, Lemosho is a newer and less-travelled route. It’s perfect for somebody looking to get off the beaten track!
The seven-day Lemosho Route is perfect for those who want to take their time with Kilimanjaro and soak in its stunning beauty.
Youu2019ll be picked up from your Moshi accommodations and make the drive towards the Londorossi Gate.
Stopping along the way in a local village for lunch and to buy last minute supplies, youu2019ll then liaise with your guides and begin your ascent through the verdant rainforest that clothes the lower reaches of Kilimanjaro.
Youu2019ll have a short three-hour hike through the forest today, but keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as Colobus monkeys as you make your way to Mti Mkubwa Camp to set down for the evening.
Youu2019ll bid farewell to the Kilimanjaro rainforest after breakfast, as your climb takes you gradually into scrubby moorland criss-crossed with quietly bubbling mountain streams.
Youu2019ll cross over a vast plateau on your way to Shira 2 Camp, where youu2019ll have spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.
Setting up camp here for the evening, youu2019ll find your path has now crossed with those on the Machame Route.
Your first goal today will be the intimidating form of the Lava Tower (4,640m) and youu2019ll set off for this distinctive landmark immediately after breakfast.
After ascending 700m to the Lava Tower, youu2019ll descend gradually towards Barranco Camp at 4,500m.
Your trek again takes you through different vegetation zones and youu2019ll set up camp at the scenic Barranco Camp in the shadows of the imposing Barranco Wall. Considered the most beautiful of all of the camps on Kilimanjaro, Barranco will be your base for the evening.
Youu2019ll get your first real taste of mountain climbing today, as youu2019ll tackle Barranco Wall for a bit of old-fashioned rock climbing.
After this initial trial, youu2019ll continue for another 3-4 hours until you reach your camp in the Karanga Valley.
Stopping in time for lunch, youu2019ll have the afternoon to relax and acclimatize.
After your breakfast, youu2019ll continue on for another 2-3 hours until you reach Barafu Camp.
Your hike takes you across an alpine desert, making for a truly otherworldly day of hiking.
As youu2019ll be summitting tomorrow, itu2019s important that you eat a full meal and drink plenty of fluids before turning in for the evening.
Youu2019re starting your day early today u2013 just after midnight, in fact!
Your climbing team will wake you with a cup of hot tea and a light snack for energy as you get dressed and prepare your daypack for the adventure ahead.
Youu2019ll be hiking in utter darkness for the next 5-7 hours, so take it slow and youu2019ll arrive at Stella Point a few hours before dawn. From here, thereu2019s another two hours of intense hiking before you reach your ultimate goal: Uhuru Peak.
Standing at 5,985m, youu2019ll be able to experience a spectacular sunrise and take in the panoramic view. Youu2019ve done it!
After snapping your photos and soaking it all in, youu2019ll begin the descent back down towards Barafu Camp, where youu2019ll stop for lunch and some celebration.
After a bit of rest, youu2019ll continue down to Mweka Camp to overnight.
Itu2019s a day of celebration today, as youu2019ll enjoy one last breakfast on the mountain before descending to the Mweka Gate.
Here, youu2019ll get to celebrate with your porters and guides, provide them with their tips for their hard work, and collect your certificate of completion.
Your driver will then whisk you away to your Moshi or Arusha hotel to get some well-earned rest.
