7 Day Kilimanjaro Trekking Lemosho Route

In the morning, you’ll be picked up from the lodge and transported to the Lemosho Gate (2,385 m). Upon arrival, you will undergo registration with the national park authorities, marking the commencement of your trek through a dense rainforest. Following a moderately steep track, you’ll navigate through an incredible and untouched natural forest, ultimately reaching your destination for the day, the Big Tree Camp.

Meals for the day include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Today’s extensive trek kicks off on a narrow trail winding through the rainforest. As the elevation increases, the forest gradually gives way to heath and moorland, where the dominant landscape is adorned with plants like erica and lobelia. Crossing the Shira Ridge, after 4 to 5 hours of trekking, you’ll arrive at Shira Camp 1. This is where you’ll break for lunch, take some time to relax, and relish the breathtaking views of Mt Meru and the Rift Valley.

For the final stretch of the climb, approximately 3 hours, you’ll ascend another 250 meters in altitude. The scenery will undergo yet another transformation as you pass by giant senecios that can reach heights of almost 9 meters. At Shira Camp 2, you’ll set up camp for the night, and if luck is on your side, you might enjoy a stunning view of the Kibo summit at sunset.

Meals for the day include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Today’s climb involves ascending approximately 700 meters, but you’ll spend the night at an elevation only slightly higher than the previous night. This intentional approach allows your body to acclimatize effectively, as you reach an altitude of over 4,600 meters before descending again. This strategy provides insights into how your body reacts to such altitudes.

The trek commences with a lengthy ascent above the Shira Plateau towards the Lava Tower. The vegetation becomes sparser, transitioning the landscape into an alpine desert. The climb takes you through the expansive Barranco Valley, adorned with lobelia and giant senecio plants. After 6 to 7 hours of walking, you’ll arrive at the Barranco Camp, often regarded as one of the most beautiful camps on Kilimanjaro.

Meals for the day include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Today’s trekking route features numerous ascents and descents, and shortly after setting out, you’ll confront the steepest section of the entire route—the Barranco Wall. At times, you may need to use your hands for support as there are no designated climbing “paths.” Safety is of utmost importance, and your guides will provide assistance whenever necessary. Once you reach the top of the Barranco Wall, the journey continues along the mountain ridge. From this vantage point, you’ll be treated to fantastic views of the southern glacier of Kibo and the summit itself. You’ll arrive at Karanga Camp around lunchtime.

Meals for the day include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.