The best 8 days Kilimanjaro climbing lemosho route Overview
This best 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027 is one of the most popular and scenic routes to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The route starts from the western side of the mountain and follows a gradual ascent, allowing for better acclimatization and higher success rates. 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027 passes through a variety of landscapes, including lush rainforests, heathlands, and alpine deserts, before reaching the summit at Uhuru Peak, which stands at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet).
Along the way, climbers will encounter a wide variety of flora and fauna, including unique wildlife such as colobus monkeys and giant ground squirrels. The additional day of acclimatization on the 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027 is particularly beneficial for climbers, as it allows for more time to adjust to the altitude and reduces the risk of altitude sickness. This extra day also offers an opportunity to explore the Shira Plateau and its unique geological formations.
This 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027 is considered a challenging but rewarding trek, offering breathtaking views of the mountain and its surroundings. It is often recommended for experienced climbers who want to take their time to acclimatize properly and enjoy the unique beauty of the mountain.
Departure / Return Location
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Departure Time
Please arrive at least 2 hours before flight.
The best 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027 price/cost 2025
The average cost to climb Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027 from $1,200 to 3500; the price varies from cheap, budget operators to large Western travel agents selling outsourced climbs at an inflated price.
There are various, unavoidable fixed costs for any tour operator, and if a climb seems too cheap, you’ve got to ask yourself why.
8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027 Itinerary
A full detailed 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
1 Day : Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp; 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
2 Day : Forest Camp to Shira One Camp; 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
3 Day : Shira Camp 1 to Shira 2 to Moir Camp; 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
4 Day : Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp or Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco; 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
5 Day: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp; 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
6 Day: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp; 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
7 Day: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut; 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
8 Day: Mweka Camp to Moshi, 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
Included, 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
- Park fees
- Camp fees
- Rescue fees
- Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain
- Transportation to & from the mountain gate
- Portable toilet
- Accommodation in Arusha or Moshi
- Fair and ethical treatment of porters
- Crisis management and safety procedures
- Emergency oxygen
- Large portions of fresh, healthy nutritious food
- Clean, purified drinking water
- Medical Kit and Oximeter
Not Included, 8-days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary 2025/2027
- Both National and International flights
- Medical insurance
- Tips to mountain crew
- Items of a personal nature