9-Day Lemosho Route – Kilimanjaro Trekking Package
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The 9-Day Lemosho Route is ideal for trekkers seeking a slow, scenic, and high-success summit climb. The extra days allow for gradual acclimatization, more wildlife views, and better summit preparation.
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9-Day Lemosho Route Itinerary
📍 Day 1: Arrival – Kilimanjaro Airport → Moshi/Arusha Hotel
Transfer to hotel from Kilimanjaro International Airport
Pre-trek briefing, gear check, and health orientation
Overnight at hotel
Keywords: Lemosho Route start, Kilimanjaro pre-climb briefing, Tanzania trekking package
📍 Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Gate → Shira 1 Camp (2,640m)
Trek through lush rainforest
Hiking time: 4–5 hours, distance ~8 km
Overnight at Shira 1 Camp
Keywords: Mti Mkubwa Gate Kilimanjaro, Shira 1 Camp trekking, Lemosho Route Tanzania
📍 Day 3: Shira 1 → Shira 2 Camp (3,500m)
Trek across Shira Plateau, gentle ascent for acclimatization
Hiking time: 5–6 hours
Overnight at Shira 2 Camp
Keywords: Shira 2 Camp Kilimanjaro, Lemosho Plateau trek, Kilimanjaro highlands
📍 Day 4: Shira 2 → Moir Hut / Mwea Pofu (4,200m)
Steep ascent into high-altitude alpine desert
Hiking time: 5–6 hours
Overnight at Moir Hut / Mwea Pofu
Keywords: Mwea Pofu Camp Kilimanjaro, Lemosho high-altitude trek, Kilimanjaro acclimatization
📍 Day 5: Moir Hut → Third Kibo / Kibo Camp (4,640m)
Trek through volcanic terrain
Hiking time: 5–6 hours
Overnight at Third Kibo / Kibo Camp, rest for summit
Keywords: Third Kibo Camp Kilimanjaro, Lemosho summit preparation, Kilimanjaro adventure
📍 Day 6: Third Kibo → Summit – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) → Millennium Camp (3,100m)
Midnight departure for summit
6–8 hours ascent to Uhuru Peak
Descend to Millennium Camp
Overnight at Millennium Camp
Keywords: Lemosho Route summit, Uhuru Peak Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro summit certificate, Northern Tanzania trekking
📍 Day 7: Millennium Camp → Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Gentle descent from Millennium Camp to Mweka Camp
Hiking time: 4–5 hours
Rest and recovery
Overnight at Mweka Camp
Keywords: Mweka Camp Kilimanjaro, Lemosho Route descent, Kilimanjaro trekking Tanzania
📍 Day 8: Mweka Camp → Mweka Gate → Arusha/Moshi Hotel
Final descent to Mweka Gate
Transfer to hotel for rest
Overnight at hotel
Keywords: Mweka Gate Kilimanjaro, Lemosho Route completion, Kilimanjaro trekking package
📍 Day 9: Departure
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Optional cultural visit in Arusha before departure
Keywords: Lemosho Route completion, Kilimanjaro adventure package
Included/Exclude
- Flights
- Visa fees
- Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
- Gamow Bag
- Medication
- Tips for porters and mountain crew (20% Industry Standard Recommended)
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
- Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
- Additional lodge nights if early descent from the mountain $150 per room