7-Day Lemosho Route Trek with 2-Night Hotel Stay Before and After Climb in Tanzania
Elevation (ft/m): 7,800 ft/2,377 m to 9,500 ft/2,896 m
Route & Duration · Tanzania · 7-day pacing plan
Core Experiences · Trek section · Transfer day · Arrival day
Service Coverage · Transportation: Round-trip transportation from/to Arusha or Kilimanjaro to the trailhead. · Accommodation: 6 nights of camping on the mounta...
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Elevation (ft/m): 7,800 ft/2,377 m to 9,500 ft/2,896 m
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Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp - Elevation (ft/m): 7
Londorossi Gate → Elevation (ft/m): 7
800 ft/2,377 m to 9,500 ft/2,896 mDistance: 6 kmHiking Time: 3-4 hoursHabitat: Rain ForestDetails: Depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will compl...
Day 1
Londorossi Gate → Elevation (ft/m): 7
Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp - Elevation (ft/m): 7
800 ft/2,377 m to 9,500 ft/2,896 mDistance: 6 kmHiking Time: 3-4 hoursHabitat: Rain ForestDetails: Depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will compl...
Day 2
Forest Camp → Elevation (ft/m): 9
Forest Camp to Shira Camp 1 - Elevation (ft/m): 9
500 ft/2,896 m to 11,500 ft/3,505 mDistance: 8 kmHiking Time: 5-6 hoursHabitat: MoorlandDetails: Continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses...
Day 3
Shira Camp 1 → Elevation (ft/m): 11
Shira Camp 1 to Shira 2 to Moir Hut - Elevation (ft/m): 11
500 ft/3,505 m to 13,800 ft/4,206 mDistance: 14 kmHiking Time: 5-7 hoursHabitat: MoorlandDetails: Explore the Shira plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibo’s g...
Day 4
Moir Hut → Elevation (ft/m): 13
Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp - Elevation (ft/m): 13
800 ft/4,206 m to 15,200 ft/4,630 m (Lava Tower) then down to 13,000 ft/3,962 m (Barranco Camp)Distance: 7 kmHiking Time: 4-6 hoursHabitat: Semi-DesertDetails: From the Shira Plate...
Day 5
Barranco Camp → Elevation (ft/m): 13
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp - Elevation (ft/m): 13
000 ft/3,962 m to 15,300 ft/4,660 mDistance: 9 kmHiking Time: 8-10 hoursHabitat: Alpine DesertDetails: After breakfast, leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Bar...
Day 6
Barafu Camp → Elevation (ft/m): 15
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp - Elevation (ft/m): 15
300 ft/4,660 m to 19,340 ft/5,895 m (Summit) then down to 10,000 ft/3,048 m (Mweka Camp)Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descentHiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descentHabita...
Day 7
Mweka Camp → Elevation (ft/m): 10
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi - Elevation (ft/m): 10
000 ft/3,048 m to 5,400 ft/1,646 mDistance: 10 kmHiking Time: 3-4 hoursHabitat: Rain ForestDetails: After breakfast, continue the descent to Mweka Gate. Receive your summit certifi...
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Altitude & Temperature Trend
Daily camp and route altitude with temperature trend helps guests quickly understand pacing, gear, and acclimatization needs.
Altitude Trend (m)
5895m / 1640m
Temperature Trend (°C)
16.8°C / -5.6°C
Destination Travel Advice
Practical guidance based on local seasonality and climate to support safer and smoother travel.
Local Temperature Guide
Plains are commonly 21-29C by day, while Ngorongoro mornings feel cold and Kilimanjaro high camps can fall below freezing.
Weather Tips
June to October is drier and more dependable for safari and trekking. April to May is greener, but muddy roads can make transfers longer.
Travel Suggestions
If your priority is scenery and game density, the northern circuit is the most reliable. Add trekking or the coast as a separate second phase to reduce fatigue.
Itinerary
Daily highlights arranged by day, so guests can scan the pace and activities quickly.
Day 1
Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp - Elevation (ft/m): 7
Londorossi Gate → Elevation (ft/m): 7
800 ft/2,377 m to 9,500 ft/2,896 mDistance: 6 kmHiking Time: 3-4 hoursHabitat: Rain ForestDetails: Depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead (another hour to reach the trailhead). Upon arrival at the trailhead, have lunch, then commence through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.
Day 2
Forest Camp to Shira Camp 1 - Elevation (ft/m): 9
Forest Camp → Elevation (ft/m): 9
500 ft/2,896 m to 11,500 ft/3,505 mDistance: 8 kmHiking Time: 5-6 hoursHabitat: MoorlandDetails: Continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As you ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, you reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is amazing.
Day 3
Shira Camp 1 to Shira 2 to Moir Hut - Elevation (ft/m): 11
Shira Camp 1 → Elevation (ft/m): 11
500 ft/3,505 m to 13,800 ft/4,206 mDistance: 14 kmHiking Time: 5-7 hoursHabitat: MoorlandDetails: Explore the Shira plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibo’s glaciered peak, across the plateau which leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. Then continue to Moir Hut, a little-used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills, making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira is one of the highest plateaus on earth.
Day 4
Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp - Elevation (ft/m): 13
Trek section
Moir Hut → Elevation (ft/m): 13
800 ft/4,206 m to 15,200 ft/4,630 m (Lava Tower) then down to 13,000 ft/3,962 m (Barranco Camp)Distance: 7 kmHiking Time: 4-6 hoursHabitat: Semi-DesertDetails: From the Shira Plateau, continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As you continue, your direction changes to the southeast towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth.” Shortly after the tower, you come to the second junction which brings you up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000 ft/4,877 m. Continue down to the Barranco Hut at an altitude of 13,000 ft/3,962 m. Here you rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
Day 5
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp - Elevation (ft/m): 13
Trek section
Barranco Camp → Elevation (ft/m): 13
000 ft/3,962 m to 15,300 ft/4,660 mDistance: 9 kmHiking Time: 8-10 hoursHabitat: Alpine DesertDetails: After breakfast, leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. Then, leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. Continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here you make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.
Day 6
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp - Elevation (ft/m): 15
Trek section
Barafu Camp → Elevation (ft/m): 15
300 ft/4,660 m to 19,340 ft/5,895 m (Summit) then down to 10,000 ft/3,048 m (Mweka Camp)Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descentHiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descentHabitat: ArcticDetails: Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), continue the ascent to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. Head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point (18,600 ft/5,667 m), stop for a short rest and enjoy the sunrise (weather permitting). Continue the 1-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Descend to Mweka Camp for the night.
Day 7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi - Elevation (ft/m): 10
Trek section
Mweka Camp → Elevation (ft/m): 10
000 ft/3,048 m to 5,400 ft/1,646 mDistance: 10 kmHiking Time: 3-4 hoursHabitat: Rain ForestDetails: After breakfast, continue the descent to Mweka Gate. Receive your summit certificates at the gate. Transfer back to your hotel in Moshi.
Included
- Transportation: Round-trip transportation from/to Arusha or Kilimanjaro to the trailhead.
- Accommodation: 6 nights of camping on the mountain (tents, sleeping bag and mattresses provided). 2-Night Pre- and Post-Climb Hotel Stays
- Meals: All meals from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 7.
- Park Fees: All national park entrance fees and camping fees.
- Guides and Porters: Professional guides, assistant guides, and porters.
- Equipment: Group camping equipment (tents, dining tent, kitchen tent, and toilet tent).
- Summit Certificates: Official Kilimanjaro summit certificates.
- Emergency Support: Comprehensive emergency support and first aid kit.
Excluded
- Personal Gear: Personal camping gear- trekking poles, headlamp, hiking boots, and warm clothing.
- Flights: International and domestic flights.
- Insurance: Travel and medical insurance.
- Visas: Tanzanian visa fees.
- Tips: Tips for guides, porters, and camp staff.
- Additional Nights: Accommodation in Arusha or Moshi before or after the trek.
- Personal Expenses: Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and phone calls.
- Early Descent: Any additional costs incurred due to early descent (e.g., extra accommodation).
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Free Transfers: Complimentary pick-up and drop-off in Arusha and Kilimanjaro.
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