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Tanzania · Kilimanjaro
Climb Kilimanjaro. The Lemosho Route.
Eight days on the most beautiful route to the Roof of Africa, with extra time to acclimatize and a starlit summit push. Join our group in February 2027 or book it as a private trek any time.
About this trek
The roof of Africa, the beautiful way.
At 19,341 ft, Kilimanjaro is the world’s highest free-standing mountain, and the Lemosho Route is one of the most scenic ways up. You start on the quiet western slopes, trek through rainforest where monkeys chatter in the canopy, cross the vast Shira Plateau with snowy Kibo on the horizon, and wander among the giant groundsels of the Senecio Forest.
Along the way you scramble up the famous Barranco Wall and circle the mountain’s southern flank. The extra days on the trail give your body time to adjust to the altitude, which greatly improves your chances of standing on top. Then comes summit night: a starlit climb that rewards you with sunrise over Mawenzi and the triumph of reaching Uhuru Peak.
Trip facts
Private tours
Not in February? Go your own way.
This trek is available any time as a private tour for you, your family or your own group, on dates that suit you. Tell us who is coming and when, and we’ll put together a plan.
Itinerary
Day by day, to the summit
Nine days from arrival in Moshi to your summit certificate.
Welcome to Tanzania
Fri, Feb 5Your local representative meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel in Moshi. Rest up and get ready to climb the highest peak in Africa. Tonight is your last night in a real bed for a week.
Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa
Sat, Feb 6A scenic four-hour drive to Londorossi Gate for park formalities, then boots on at the Lemosho trailhead. Trek through undisturbed montane rainforest, where monkeys and birds call from the canopy, to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp.
Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
Sun, Feb 7Climb out of the rainforest into tall grasses, giant heather and lichen-draped volcanic rock. Cross streams, crest Shira Ridge and catch your first glimpse of snow-capped Kibo from camp.
Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp
Mon, Feb 8A full day on the Shira Plateau, one of the highest plateaus on earth. Walk across open moorland toward quiet Moir Hut at the foot of the Lent Hills. A gentle acclimatization day with big skies in every direction.
Shira 2 to Barranco via Lava Tower
Tue, Feb 9Climb toward the 300-ft Lava Tower, then descend through the otherworldly Senecio Forest of giant groundsels to Barranco Camp at about 13,000 ft. Climb high, sleep low.
Barranco to Karanga Camp
Wed, Feb 10Scramble up the nearly 900-ft Great Barranco Wall (steep but non-technical), cross hills and valleys, and drop into Karanga Valley. A shorter day by design, with an afternoon to rest.
Karanga to Barafu Camp
Thu, Feb 11Join the Mweka junction and climb to Barafu, completing the Southern Circuit. Both Mawenzi and Kibo rise before you. Early dinner and rest, because tonight you go for the top.
Summit Day: Roof of Africa
Fri, Feb 12Around midnight, headlamps on, begin the summit push. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft) the sky glows with sunrise over Mawenzi, then on to Uhuru Peak at 19,341 ft. Descend via Barafu to Mweka Camp.
Farewell to the Mountain
Sat, Feb 13Descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate and collect your summit certificate. A vehicle takes you back to your hotel in Moshi for a hot shower and a well-deserved celebration. Karibu tena!
Gallery
On the mountain, in pictures
The details
What’s included
Included
- One night in a hotel before and after the climb, with storage for gear you won’t need on the mountain
- Camping on the trek in tents with sleeping pads
- Private toilets on the mountain
- All meals as per itinerary, plant-based
- Porters who carry your main pack, fairly paid
- Park and entrance fees
- Airport transfers on the first and last day
- Overland transportation as per itinerary
- Drinking water, coffee and tea
- Laundry of your mountain gear after the climb
Not included
- Trip insurance (Tanzania requires it, sold at the airport for about US$40)
- International flights
- Sleeping bag (we send recommendations, or rent one in Arusha)
- Tips for the crew; we’ll share suggestions, as they work incredibly hard to get you and your gear up and down the mountain
Add the safari
Then go on a vegan safari
The climb ends in Moshi on Feb 13, the day our Great Migration safari begins in Arusha. Summit the mountain, then celebrate among elephants and wildebeest in the Serengeti.
Ready to stand on top of Africa?
$3,900 per person for the February 2027 group climb, or request a private trek on your own dates.