Duration
8 Days Kilimanjaro Luxury Trekking Experience
Lemosho Crater Camp
$2,950 / Per Person
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Activities
Climbing, Hiking, Trekking
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Group size
No size limit
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Location
Kilimanjaro National Park
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From Price
$2,950 / person
Overview
The Lemosho route is considered the most scenic trail on Kilimanjaro, granting panoramic vistas on various sides of the mountain. As one of the newer routes, Lemosho is a superb choice for your climb. It is our preferred route due to its ideal balance of low crowds, beautiful scenery and a high summit success rate.. Most of clients climb Kilimanjaro using lemosho route and their feedback to this route is excellent.
We highly recommend Lemosho route to our clients. The climb begins at Londorossi Gate at an altitude of 2360 metres, with an approach far to the west of the mountain. It then circles around Kilimanjaro to the south, passing through majestic rainforest where some of the region’s most unique wildlife can often be seen. The route continues up to the mountain’s third summit at Shira Ridge.
Lemosho 7 days is also recommended although is a bit tough. No technical climbing is required, but a good level of fitness is recommended.
What's Included
- Airport pickup & drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Pre-climb and post-climb accommodations in Moshi
- Park fees, camping fees, and rescue fees; all taxes included
- Professional mountain guides, private chef, and dedicated porter team
- All meals while on the mountain, freshly prepared by your private chef (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Premium sleeping tents, private dining tent, and upgraded camp furniture
- Filtered drinking water throughout the trek
- Fair wages for mountain crew approved by KINAPA & KIATO
What's Excluded
- International flights to Tanzania
- Tips for guides, porters, and cooks
- Travel insurance and medical coverage
- Laundry and personal expenses
- Optional activities outside the itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Style
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you're met by your private guide for a direct transfer to an upgraded lodge in Moshi. That evening, over a welcome dinner prepared for your group, your guide runs through a personal gear check and route briefing, and answers any last questions before the Lemosho Route with Crater Camp gets underway the next day.
Day 2 LEMOSHO GLADES (2385M) TO BIG TREE CAMP (2780M)
A private vehicle collects you around 08:00am for the drive to Lemosho Gate on the mountain's quieter western side. Once registration is complete, the walk into Big Tree Camp winds through cool montane forest. Your dedicated crew, including a private chef, has camp fully set up ahead of your arrival, with proper camp chairs and a mess tent ready for a hot, freshly cooked dinner.
- Distance covered: 7km / 4.3mi
- Approx. time taken: 4 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 3 BIG TREE CAMP (2780M) TO SHIRA 2 CAMP (3900M)
Today's trek crosses grassy moorland and volcanic rock formations, passing near Shira 1 Camp with views of Kibo often floating above the clouds. The steady climb across the Shira Plateau aids acclimatization, and on arrival at Shira 2 your crew has upgraded, spacious sleeping tents pitched and a private chef preparing a multi-course dinner, a welcome comfort at this altitude.
- Distance covered: 16.5km / 10.3mi
- Approx. time taken: 9 – 10hrs
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 4 SHIRA 2 CAMP (3900M) TO BARRANCO CAMP (3960M)
The trail climbs into upland desert beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach, reaching the Lava Tower (4640m) where your crew sets up a proper sit-down lunch rather than a packed meal. The afternoon's steep descent brings you to Barranco Camp, sheltered in a dramatic valley, where a private dining tent and warm washing water are waiting for you.
- Distance covered: 10km / 6.2mi
- Approx. time taken: 7 hrs
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 5 BARRANCO CAMP (3960M) TO KARANGA CAMP (3963M)
The day starts with the scramble up the Great Barranco Wall, long but non-technical, passing beneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers on the way to Karanga Camp. Those feeling strong can join an optional mid-afternoon acclimatization walk to around 4200m before returning to camp, where your private crew has hot drinks and a hearty meal ready.
- Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi
- Approx. time taken: 5 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 6 KARANGA CAMP (3963) TO BARAFU CAMP (4640M)
A steep, scree-covered walk with no vegetation brings the group to Barafu Camp. The afternoon is for resting and staying warm and hydrated ahead of summit night; your crew serves an early, nutrient-dense dinner and packs personalized summit snacks before you try to grab a few hours' sleep before the midnight wake-up call.
- Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi
- Approx. time taken: 3 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 7 BARAFU CAMP (4640M) TO UHURU PEAK (5895M) TO CRATER CAMP (5,790M)
You set off before dawn for the summit push, reaching Uhuru Peak in the early afternoon once most other groups have already descended. From there it's a short walk down into the crater itself to Crater Camp, a rare and exclusive overnight near the Furtwangler Glacier that only a small number of climbers ever experience. Your crew has advance-pitched high-altitude tents and warm meals waiting in this dramatic, otherworldly setting.
- Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi
- Approx. time taken: 5-6 hours & 1-2hours to Crater.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 8 CRATER CAMP (5,790M) TO MILLENNIUM CAMP (3790M)
After breakfast in the crater, you retrace your steps to Stella Point before descending scree slopes past Barafu Camp. A private crew member goes ahead to have Millennium Camp fully set up, with a recovery meal, warm drinks, and comfortable tents waiting for a well-earned long rest.
- Distance covered: 13.4km / 8.3mi
- Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 9 MILLENNIUM CAMP (3790M) TO MWEKA GATE (1630M)
A final walk down through rainforest brings you to Mweka Gate, where park formalities are completed and summit certificates presented. A private vehicle is waiting to take you straight back to your upgraded hotel in Moshi, where a hot shower and a proper bed are the perfect end to the trip.
- Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5mi
- Approx. time taken: 6 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
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Pro Tips for Your Trip
Make the most of your adventure with these expert tips:
- Pack layers - temperatures can vary significantly throughout the day
- Stay hydrated - drink plenty of water especially at high altitudes
- Bring a good quality camera and extra batteries
- Listen to your guide - they know the terrain and conditions best
- Take time to acclimatize - don't rush the experience
Why Choose This Adventure?
Expert Local Guides
Our team of certified local guides has years of experience exploring Tanzania's parks and mountains. They know the best trails, wildlife hotspots, and hidden gems that only locals are aware of.
- Certified mountain guides
- Wildlife experts
- First aid trained
Safety First
Your safety is our top priority. We follow all international safety standards and provide comprehensive safety equipment, regular health checks, and emergency protocols.
- Oxygen tanks available
- Emergency evacuation plans
- Daily health monitoring