Kilimanjaro climbing – Lemosho Route 6 Days
Overview
Kilimanjaro climbing – Lemosho Route 6 days Itinerary 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.
Lemosho Route starts on the west side of Kilimanjaro from Londorossi Gate. After which the trek continues through the profound rainforest to Shira level throughout the following two days. The trail at that point moves eastbound of the Shira Plateau to the Lava Tower in a level climb. The route at that point heads down towards Barranco Valley by means of the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu.
What to Expect
Considered to be the most scenic of all the Kilimanjaro routes, Lemosho is a newer and less-travelled route. It’s perfect for somebody looking to get off the beaten track! The six-day route is for those who don’t have time to waste but who want to avoid the crowds you would find on Machame or Marangu.
After a 4-hour long drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate you’ll find yourself on the western slope of Mt Kilimanjaro, from where the route will take you to the world-famous Shira Plateau. That’s where you’ll embark on your adventure through all the climate zones – from alpine meadows to eternal ice. The climb is smooth and gradual, featuring the highest success rate of all routes on Kilimanjaro.
Featuring captivating scenic vistas, pristine wildlife, excellent acclimatization opportunities and low traffic of climbers, Lemosho route is one among Pamoja Kilimanjaro & Safaris favorite route for reaching the roof of Africa.
Pamoja Kilimanjaro & Safaris team will ensure your dreams become reality
Tour Plan
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to Moshi town. You will meet our Kilimanjaro trekking expert who will brief you on your upcoming Kilimanjaro trekking, then rest until the next day morning.
- Elevation: 7800ft – 9500ft
- Distance: 6km
- Hiking time: 3 hrs
- Habitat: Rain Forest
- Elevation: 9500ft-12500ft
- Distance: 18km
- Hiking time: 8-10 hrs
- Habitat: Moorland
- Elevation: 12500ft – 13000ft
- Distance: 10km
- Hiking time: 6-7 hrs
- Habitat: Semi Desert
- Elevation: 13000ft-15000ft
- Distance: 9km
- Hiking time : 8-9 hrs
- Habitat: Alpine desert
- Elevation: 15000ft-19345ft (And down to 10000ft)
- Distance: 5km ascent and 13 km descent
- Hiking time: 7-8 hrs ascent and 4-5 hrs descent
- Habitat: arctic
- Elevation: 10000ft-5400ft
- Distance: 10km
- Descent time: 3-4 hrs
- Habitat: Rain forest.
Trekking Price Comparison
| Price shown are per climber | 1 Climber | 2-4 Climbers | 5-8 Climbers | 9 + Climbers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marangu Route 5 days | $ 1585 USD | $ 1500 USD | $ 1455 USD | $ 1400 USD |
| Marangu Route 6 days | $ 1695 USD | $ $1600 USD | $ 1555 USD | $ 1500 USD |
| Machame Route 6 days | $ 1845 USD | $ 1745 USD | $ 1700 USD | $ 1675 USD |
| Machame Route 7 days | $ 1925 USD | $ 1825 USD | $ 1745 USD | $ 1700 USD |
| Lemosho Route 6 days | $ 1855 USD | $ 1775 USD | $ 1700 USD | $ 1675 USD |
| Lemosho Route 7 days | $ 1955 USD | $ 1855 USD | $ 1755 USD | $ 1700 USD |
| Lemosho Route 8 days | $ 2025 USD | $ 1925 USD | $ 1825 USD | $ 1800 USD |
| Rongai Route 6 days | $ 1855 USD | $ 1775 USD | $ 1700 USD | $ 1675 USD |
| Rongai Route 7 days | $ 1955 USD | $ 1855 USD | $ 1775 USD | $ 1700 USD |
| Northern Circuit Route 9 days | $ 2225 USD | $ 2125 USD | $ 1975 USD | $ 1945 USD |
| Umbwe Route 6 days | $ 1855 USD | $ 1755 USD | $ 1700 USD | $ 1675 USD |
Included
- Oxygen Cylinder
- Medically qualified guides
- Twice a day medical health checkup, monitoring with pulse-oximeter and stethoscope.
- Midrange accommodations before & after the climb, bed & breakfast basis, double occupancy (Key’s Hotel, Panama Lodge, Lindini Lodge).
- Orientation meeting in Moshi and gear check as well.
- Pick up and drop off to the Airport (Private transfers)
- Kilimanjaro National Park permits, camping/hut fees.
- Government tax (18% VAT ON TOUR FEE AND SERVICE).
- Mobile toilet.
- Mountain climbing certificate
- Team Kilimanjaro rescue fees.
- Fair Wages for the mountain crew as approved by Kilimanjaro national park Authority, and Kilimanjaro Association of Tour operator (KIATO)
- 3-4 porters per climber, which includes porters to carry up to 30 lbs/ 13.6 Kgs. of your personal gear.
- 4-season mountain tents, double occupancy.
- Mess tent, tables, chairs, double layer sleeping bag -250 C, 3 inches thick mattress and trekking poles.
- All meals while on the climb + evening tea with popcorn or peanuts.
- As much treated water you can drink while climbing.
- Hot water for washing up daily.
Excluded
- Airfares and taxes.
- Tip to your guides, porters and cook.
- Lunch, dinner and drinks at hotel.
- Health requirements (Yellow Fever – compulsory depending on how you travel to Tanzania, Meningitis & Hepatitis A optional but recommended).
- Personal travel insurance.
- Laundry (available at the hotel).
- Items of a personal nature.
- Optional travel insurance.
- Personal hiking/trekking gear- Some gears available for rent.
- Snacks and personal medicine.
- Fast flight from the mountain to Moshi/ Airport price per trip $ 3000 and maximum 2 Pax. Pickup points Kosovo High Camp, Barafu Camp, Kibo Hut and Horombo Hut.
- Camping at Kosovo High Camp above Barafu Camp $ 150 per person and Crater Camping $ 200 per person.
| Price shown are per climber | 1 Climber | 2-4 Climbers | 5-8Climbers | 9+ Climbers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marangu Route 5 days | $1,735 | $1,650 | $1,605 | $1,550 |
| Marangu Route 6 days | $1,845 | $1,750 | $1,705 | $1,650 |
| Machame Route 6 days | $1,995 | $1,895 | $1,850 | $1,825 |
| Machame Route 7 days | $2,075 | $2,005 | $1,895 | $1,850 |
| Lemosho Route 6 days | $2,005 | $1,925 | $1,850 | $1,825 |
| Lemosho Route 7 days | $2,105 | $2,005 | $1,905 | $1,850 |
| Lemosho Route 8 days | $2,175 | $2,075 | $1,975 | $1,950 |
| Rongai Route 6 days | $2,005 | $1,925 | $1,850 | $1,825 |
| Rongai Route 7 days | $2,105 | $2,005 | $1,925 | $1,850 |
| Northern Circuit Route 9 days | $2,375 | $2,275 | $2,125 | $2,095 |
| Umbwe Route 6 days | $1,855 | $1,905 | $1,850 | $1,825 |
Included
- Oxygen Cylinder
- Medically qualified guides
- Twice a day medical health checkup, monitoring with pulse-oximeter and stethoscope.
- 4 STARS accommodations before & after the climb, FB. (WERUWERU RIVER LODGE, KIBO PALACE, KILI WONDERS HOTEL)
- Orientation meeting in Moshi and gear check as well.
- Pick up and drop off to the Airport (Private transfers)
- Kilimanjaro National Park permits, camping/hut fees.
- Government tax (18% VAT ON TOUR FEE AND SERVICE)
- Mobile toilet
- Mountain climbing certificate
- Team Kilimanjaro rescue fees
- Fair Wages for the mountain crew as approved by Kilimanjaro national park Authority, and Kilimanjaro Association of Tour operator (KIATO)
- 3-4 porters per climber, which includes porters to carry up to 30 lbs/ 13.6 Kgs. of your personal gear.
- 4-season mountain tents, double occupancy.
- Mess tent, tables, chairs, double layer sleeping bag -250 C, 3 inches thick mattress and trekking poles.
- All meals while on the climb + evening tea with popcorn or peanuts.
- As much treated water you can drink while climbing.
- Hot water for washing up daily.
Excluded
- Airfares and taxes.
- Tip to your guides, porters and cook.
- Lunch, dinner and drinks at hotel.
- Health requirements (Yellow Fever – compulsory depending on how you travel to Tanzania, Meningitis & Hepatitis A optional but recommended).
- Personal travel insurance.
- Laundry (available at the hotel).
- Items of a personal nature.
- Optional travel insurance.
- Personal hiking/trekking gear- Some gears available for rent.
- Snacks and personal medicine.
- Fast flight from the mountain to Moshi/ Airport price per trip $ 3000 and maximum 2 Pax. Pickup points Kosovo High Camp, Barafu Camp, Kibo Hut and Horombo Hut.
- Camping at Kosovo High Camp above Barafu Camp $ 150 per person and Crater Camping $ 200 per person.
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