10-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climb Package (9 Nights) – Best Mount Kilimanjaro Trek via Lemosho Route

A 10-day safari from $2989

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro on the spectacular Lemosho Route, widely regarded as the best route on Kilimanjaro for scenery, acclimatization, and summit success. Beginning on the remote western side of the mountain, the Lemosho Route offers quiet trails, diverse landscapes, and a gradual ascent profile ideal for reaching the summit safely.

This 10-day Kilimanjaro trekking package includes arrival and departure days, plus 8 trekking days / 7 nights on the mountain for maximum acclimatization and one of the highest summit success rates.

Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups looking for the ultimate Kilimanjaro climbing adventure in Tanzania.

Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Moshi
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Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where our team will welcome you and transfer you to Moshi.

Overnight stay at Weru Weru River Lodge on half-board basis.

Accommodation

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Plan Meal: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Lemosho Gate (2,100m) to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m)
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Drive to Lemosho Gate for registration, then continue to the trailhead. Begin trekking through lush rainforest rich in wildlife and giant trees.

  • Hiking Time: 3 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 7 km
  • Altitude Gain: +650m

Dinner and overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp.

Plan Meal: All Meals
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m) to Shira 1 Camp (3,500m)
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The trail climbs steadily through giant heather moorland and reaches the scenic Shira Plateau.

  • Hiking Time: 5 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 8 km
  • Altitude Gain: +750m

Dinner and overnight at Shira 1 Camp.

Plan Meal: All meals
Day 4: Shira 1 Camp (3,500m) to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m)
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A gentle walk across the open plateau with panoramic mountain views. This is an excellent acclimatization day.

  • Hiking Time: 1.5–3 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 7 km
  • Altitude Gain: +350m

Dinner and overnight at Shira 2 Camp.

Plan Meal: All meals
Day 5: Shira 2 Camp (3,850m) to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (3,940m)
Barranco Wall Kilimanjaro

Trek east toward Kibo Peak, passing Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp using the “climb high, sleep low” acclimatization strategy.

  • Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 10 km

Dinner and overnight at Barranco Camp.

Plan Meal: All Meals
Day 6: Barranco Camp (3,940m) to Karanga Camp (4,200m)
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Climb the famous Barranco Wall and continue across ridges to Karanga Valley.

  • Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 5 km
  • Altitude Gain: +260m

Dinner and overnight at Karanga Camp.

Plan Meal: All meals
Day 7: Karanga Camp (4,200m) to Barafu Camp (4,600m)
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A short but steep climb through alpine desert to Barafu Camp, your summit base camp.

  • Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 4 km
  • Altitude Gain: +400m

Dinner and overnight at Barafu Camp.

Plan Meal: All Meals
Day 8: Barafu Camp (4,600m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Kilimanjaro Mweka Gate

Begin your summit attempt just after midnight. Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, and celebrate sunrise from the roof of Africa.

Descend via Barafu Camp and continue to Mweka Camp.

  • Hiking Time: 10–14 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 17 km total

Dinner and overnight at Mweka Camp.

Plan Meal: All Meals
Day 9: Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,600m)
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Descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate where you receive your summit certificate.

Transfer back to Moshi for overnight stay at Weru Weru River Lodge.

  • Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
  • Distance: Approx. 10 km
Plan Meal: All Meals
Day 10: Departure – Airport Transfer
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Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport in time for your departure flight.

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