Included: Experienced, local hiking guides with extensive knowledge of the area Adequate number of guides, cooks and porters 7 days of trekking and climbing + 2 days for arrival and departure Tents and camping gear 2 nights in a hotel in Moshi 3 full fresh meals daily (menu specially designed for climbers — choice between vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals) Transfer to and from the route gates Transfer from and to Kilimanjaro airport Drinking water and hot water provided daily Sleeping mattress pads, dining tents, sleeping tents Park fees and permits Portable toilets Emergency evacuation (if the climber has insurance) Safety devices All park fees, camping fees, rescue and team fees Tanzania’s 18% VAT on tourism activities and park fees Add-ons (available to add at checkout): Single occupancy tent/room Not included: Accommodations prior to and after the trip Personal hiking/ trekking gear (it can be rented in Tanzania) Sleeping bag (can be rented for $50 per trip) Snacks, personal medicine, water purifying tablets Extra porter for excess gear (can be rented for $30 per day) Airport transfer for those who don’t come with the group Guide and crew gratuities Tipping your guides and crew isn’t compulsory, but it’s a traditional way of showing that you appreciated their service and hospitality during your climb on Kilimanjaro. Here are our tipping recommendations: Lead guide — $15 to $20 per day Assistant guide — $10 to $15 per day Cook — $10 to $15 per day Porters – $6 to $10 per day per porter These tips are paid as a group rather than per climber. For example, in a group of 5 people, each climber would contribute $4 a day for the main guide’s tip.

How fit do I need to be?

The Lemosho route is considered one of the easiest ones—compared to some other Kilimanjaro routes, its longer itinerary allows for better acclimatization. However, keep in mind that a reasonable fitness level is required as you’ll be hiking for longer periods of time every day. Apart from that, there are also some steep parts of the route. Still, it does not require technical skills or mountaineering equipment such as ice axes, crampons, harnesses, and ropes. Therefore, even if you’re a first-time trekker with excellent fitness and a desire to push yourself in a mountain environment, this 8-day climbing tour in Kilimanjaro might be for you.

What do I need to bring?

All climbing and camping equipment will be provided by your guiding service. Here’s what you’ll need to bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 35-45L bag) A duffel bag (maximum weight of 32 lbs/ 15 kg) Hiking poles — optional Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Warm hat and a buff or scarf Sun hat Warm gloves or mitts and thin liner gloves are also useful Waterproof jacket and trousers Waterproof gaiters Warm jacket – fleece or down jacket, potentially ski jacket Waterproof jacket over the top Fleece tops or hiking shirts/sweatshirts Base layers or T-shirts Pair of trekking trousers and shorts Leggings or thermal bottoms or running tights Several sets of underwear – cotton best avoided Several pairs of good quality trekking socks Waterproof trekking boots Trainers or flip flops/sandals Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Favorite snack bars Headtorch Powerpack for charging phones etc Wash kit Flask for hot drinks — optional, useful on summit night Earplugs — optional Sunglasses Camera — optional (but recommended) Sleeping bag (can be rented for $50 per trip) Pillow — optional Sleeping bag thermal liner — optional Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans. Keep in mind that it can get very cold in some of the camps due to strong winds. A porter can carry a max of 32 lbs/ 15 kg per person. There will be multiple porters depending on the amount of baggage and in case your baggage weighs more, you can hire another porter for an additional fee.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For this group adventure, the usual client to guide ratio is 12:1. Group trips are guaranteed to depart, regardless of the number of climbers. All prices are per person and don’t decrease as the group size grows. If you wish to stay in a single room/ single tent, you can add the single supplement at checkout. Climbing days on the Lemosho route can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to your Climbing Kilimanjaro Tour, most people fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport. You and the rest of the group will be picked up by the guides at an arranged time. If you’re not joining the group at that time, you’ll need to get a taxi ride, rent a car or take a shuttle to Moshi. You’ll meet your guide at the Panama Garden Resort in Moshi.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout. Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

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Kilimanjaro | Tanzania

Climbing Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route

9 days | Moderate | 5.00

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Climb to the top of Africa via the scenic Lemosho Route. During this 9-day guided climb to the summit of Uhuru Peak at 19,341 ft., you’ll follow a less-frequented path that allows hikers to acclimatize while touring the entirety of the mighty Shira Plateau. Along the 42-mile trail, you’ll experience five different ecological environments—lush rainforests, high moorland, desert zones, scree slopes and glacial areas. Climb by day and camp by night (above the clouds!) on your way to the top of a Seven Summit.

Adventure Highlights

Widely considered the most scenic route up Kilimanjaro
Experience five different climate zones
Reach the Roof of Africa, the tallest mountain on the continent

Duration

9 days

Season

July through November

Group size

Up to 12 people

Accommodation

Standard: Campsites & hotels

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Ready to climb to the Roof of Africa? Over nine days of trekking with your professional team, climb the Lemosho Route and experience the thrill of conquering one of the Seven Summits. Regarded by many as the most scenic trek of Kilimanjaro, the Lemosho Route boasts various ecological zones, Tanzanian wilderness, and the best vistas. You can expect a knowledgeable guide who’ll help you reach your goal as well as freshly prepared food every day and quality hotels and tents.

Day 1: Arrival

Your expert guide will pick you up from the Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania. You’ll then be taken to your hotel in Moshi city, the second-largest tourism hub of Tanzania and the capital of Kilimanjaro region. Your guide will brief you on what to expect on this tour and make sure you’re prepared.
Accommodation: Panama Garden Resort

Day 2: Lemosho Gate — Big Tree Camp

The day begins with a long drive to Londorossi Park Gate for registration and other park formalities. Pass through village communities to the trailhead and start hiking the Lemosho Route. Make your way through the forest path to reach Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) campsite at 9,186 ft (2800 m). You might encounter Colobus monkeys or exotic birds along the way. Located in the heart of the Kilimanjaro rainforest, Big Tree is your first accommodation site on the route.
Accommodation: Camping at Big Tree
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Hiking: 2-3 hours, 3 miles/ 5 km
Altitude gain: 1,349 ft/ 411 m

Hikers in a rainforest of the Lemosho Route.

Day 3: Big Tree Camp — Shira Hut 1

Leaving behind lush montane rainforest, keep moving along the trail. Soon it will get steeper and you’ll be entering the moorland zone towards the valley. A gentle walk takes you to the Shira Caldera at 13,130 ft (4,005 m) past the Shira Caves, from which you’ll get a good look at the Arrow Glacier. Today’s camping spot is Shira Hut 1, located near a stream on the Shira Plateau.
Accommodation: Camping at Shira Hut 1
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Hiking: 3 hours, 5 miles/ 8 km
Altitude gain: 2359 ft/ 719 m

Day 4: Shira Hut 1 — Lava Tower — Barranco Camp

Today’s the day to get some serious altitude exercise! Start off by walking on high moorland on the southwest side of the mountain. Standing firmly in the desert portion of Kilimanjaro, let the monumental Lava Tower remind you of the mountain’s former volcanic activity. You’ll spend your day at higher altitudes of 15,092 ft (4600 m), but you’ll rest overnight at 12,795 ft (3,900 m) at the Barranco campsite. Going by the “walk high, sleep low” mountaineering code allows your body to comfortably acclimatize to higher altitudes.
Accommodation: Camping at Barranco Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Hiking: 6-8 hours, 9 miles/ 15 km
Altitude gain: 1253 ft/ 382 m

Day 5: Barranco Camp — Karanga Valley

Start the day by descending into the Great Barranco, a huge ravine from which you’ll exit steeply, up what has been termed the Breakfast Wall. The Wall divides you from the slopes of Kibo—it is a climb over rocks, but no prior climbing experience is necessary. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, head towards the Karanga Valley at 13,123 ft (4,000 m) for an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Camping at Karanga Valley
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Hiking: 4-6 hours, 3 miles/ 5 km
Altitude gain: 328 ft/ 100 m

Day 6: Karanga Valley — Barafu Camp

The day prior to the great ascent is characterized by a short hike on terrain formed by scree. Hike arid land towards Barafu Camp at 15,092 ft (4,600 m) where you’ll have the entire afternoon to rest before ascending to the summit. The terrain here is tough—strong winds often rip over this campsite in the desolate alpine desert. However, the far-reaching views of the Mawenzi peak make the struggle worth it. Take your time to rest and save your energy for tomorrow. Spend the night at Barafu Camp.
Accommodation: Camping at Barafu Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Hiking: 2-4 hours, 2.5 miles/ 4 km
Altitude gain: 1969 ft/ 600 m

Day 7: Barafu Camp — Uhuru Peak — Millennium Camp

Today’s the day! In order to avoid walking too long in the sun, you’ll depart around midnight. This challenging hike will take you steeply upwards to the summit glaciers. You’ll be climbing scree for 5 to 6 hours, but also gain incredible height over a short distance. Arrive to the crater rim at Stella Point as the first rays of sunshine emerge. You’ll be surrounded by ice cliffs within the crater and views of the Mawenzi peak. All that’s left to do is to conquer an hour’s walk to your goal—the summit of Uhuru, meaning freedom, at 19,341 ft (5,895 m). Having climbed the celebratory 4,252 ft (1,296 m), take some photos and begin your descent. Continue going down scree slopes back to Barafu Camp for breakfast before finally heading down to Millennium Camp. Spend the night there and rejoice at your victorious climb!
Accommodation: Camping at Millennium Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Hiking: 6-8 hours, 7.5 miles/ 12 km
Altitude loss: 9,501 ft/ 2,896 m

Uhuru Peak at the top of Mt Kilimanjaro.

Day 8: Millennium Camp — Moshi

A gentle trek takes you down through the rainforest to the Mweka gate at 5,381 ft (1,640 m) where park formalities will be completed. You’ll receive your certificate of ascent, courtesy of the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority. Drive back to Moshi for a well-deserved shower and a cold beer!
Accommodation: Panama Garden Resort
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Hiking: 4-5 hours, 6 miles/ 10 km
Altitude loss: 4,462 ft/ 1,360 m

Day 9: Departure Day

Your guides will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport. If you’re planning on staying in Tanzania for a bit longer, you can extend your tour to wildlife safari in the northern circuit to Serengeti and Ngorongoro of Zanzibar, but at an additional cost.
Meals: Breakfast

Possible extension of the tour in safari.

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Eco-Africa Climbing

Eco-Africa Climbing is a sustainable travel company in Tanzania. They focus on organizing ethical and sustainable tours and their ultimate goal is combining community development with cultural tourism and conservation. Your professional guide will be one of our hand-picked experts whose main goal is your enjoyment and safety. By keeping hiking tours in small groups, you can be sure you’ll get attentive guides helping you along the way to the top of Kilimanjaro.

What others say about this adventure

5.00 (3 reviews)

Dan Brownstein

If you are looking to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro I definitely recommend climbing with Eco-Africa. Kili had always been on my bucket list and Eco-Africa helped make that dream come true. We chose to do the 7-day Lemosho Trek and the experience truly exceeded expectations. From the time we arrived in Moshi until the day we left Eco-Africa made sure we were taken care of, even showing us around Moshi and eating at local spots. On the trek, the guides, chef & porters were all fantastic. Every meal was delicious (you will not be left hungry) and the chef even surprised my buddy with a cake on his birthday. Overall it was an unforgettable experience working with Frederick & the Eco Africa team. I highly recommend and look forward to reconnecting one day in the future

TVP Adventures

We are incredibly proud of Eco-Africa Climbing and how they brought our dreams of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to life. We brought a group of 12 climbers to Tanzania and once we got there, they took charge of ensuring that everyone was well informed and prepared for the 7-day adventure. The guides, Kilifighters (including a woman) and chefs were all integral to the success of our climb and our team will be using Eco-Africa Climbing for all our future climbing expeditions in Tanzania. You’re in good hands with them! We give them the maximum rating and then some more!

Andrew and Lis C

I had a great trek with Eco – Africa Climbing. The crew of porters, our guide Nelson and the cook Elias could not have been more eager to please and were asking for any suggestions where improvements could be made. I really did not have any suggestions to improve the experience. I did a 9 day Lemosho trek with camping in the crater the night of the summit day to Uhuru point. It was great to have time to explore the glaciers and hike to the central crater – the Reusch Ash pit. Most people summit to Uhuru point, have their photo taken and go back down. The food was very good and at times I could see envy from some of the other trekking company clients when I described having pizza, beef Stroganoff or roast chicken!!

Eco Africa Climbing is a member of the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Program that ensures that each member of the support team is treated fairly, properly fed and accommodated and receives fair remuneration. This is important to me as there has been a history of exploitation and unfair treatment of many porters. I do encourage the reader to consider this when planning your trip. Sometimes an organisation offers cheap trips on the basis that the support crew are not being paid fairly.

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Dan Brownstein

TVP Adventures

Andrew and Lis C

Things to know

Included:
- - Experienced, local hiking guides with extensive knowledge of the area
  - Adequate number of guides, cooks and porters
  - 7 days of trekking and climbing + 2 days for arrival and departure
  - Tents and camping gear
  - 2 nights in a hotel in Moshi
  - 3 full fresh meals daily (menu specially designed for climbers — choice between vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals)
  - Transfer to and from the route gates
  - Transfer from and to Kilimanjaro airport
  - Drinking water and hot water provided daily
  - Sleeping mattress pads, dining tents, sleeping tents
  - Park fees and permits
  - Portable toilets
  - Emergency evacuation (if the climber has insurance)
  - Safety devices
  - All park fees, camping fees, rescue and team fees
  - Tanzania’s 18% VAT on tourism activities and park fees
Add-ons (available to add at checkout):
- - Single occupancy tent/room
Not included:
- - Accommodations prior to and after the trip
  - Personal hiking/ trekking gear (it can be rented in Tanzania)
  - Sleeping bag (can be rented for $50 per trip)
  - Snacks, personal medicine, water purifying tablets
  - Extra porter for excess gear (can be rented for $30 per day)
  - Airport transfer for those who don’t come with the group
  - Guide and crew gratuities
Tipping your guides and crew isn’t compulsory, but it’s a traditional way of showing that you appreciated their service and hospitality during your climb on Kilimanjaro. Here are our tipping recommendations:
- - Lead guide — $15 to $20 per day
  - Assistant guide — $10 to $15 per day
  - Cook — $10 to $15 per day
  - Porters – $6 to $10 per day per porter
These tips are paid as a group rather than per climber. For example, in a group of 5 people, each climber would contribute $4 a day for the main guide’s tip.
The Lemosho route is considered one of the easiest ones—compared to some other Kilimanjaro routes, its longer itinerary allows for better acclimatization. However, keep in mind that a reasonable fitness level is required as you’ll be hiking for longer periods of time every day. Apart from that, there are also some steep parts of the route. Still, it does not require technical skills or mountaineering equipment such as ice axes, crampons, harnesses, and ropes. Therefore, even if you’re a first-time trekker with excellent fitness and a desire to push yourself in a mountain environment, this 8-day climbing tour in Kilimanjaro might be for you.
All climbing and camping equipment will be provided by your guiding service. Here’s what you’ll need to bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 35-45L bag)
  - A duffel bag (maximum weight of 32 lbs/ 15 kg)
  - Hiking poles — optional
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Warm hat and a buff or scarf
  - Sun hat
  - Warm gloves or mitts and thin liner gloves are also useful
  - Waterproof jacket and trousers
  - Waterproof gaiters
  - Warm jacket – fleece or down jacket, potentially ski jacket
  - Waterproof jacket over the top
  - Fleece tops or hiking shirts/sweatshirts
  - Base layers or T-shirts
  - Pair of trekking trousers and shorts
  - Leggings or thermal bottoms or running tights
  - Several sets of underwear – cotton best avoided
  - Several pairs of good quality trekking socks
  - Waterproof trekking boots
  - Trainers or flip flops/sandals
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Favorite snack bars
  - Headtorch
  - Powerpack for charging phones etc
  - Wash kit
  - Flask for hot drinks — optional, useful on summit night
  - Earplugs — optional
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
  - Sleeping bag (can be rented for $50 per trip)
  - Pillow — optional
    Sleeping bag thermal liner — optional
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Keep in mind that it can get very cold in some of the camps due to strong winds.
A porter can carry a max of 32 lbs/ 15 kg per person. There will be multiple porters depending on the amount of baggage and in case your baggage weighs more, you can hire another porter for an additional fee.

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Group sizes and prices:
- - For this group adventure, the usual client to guide ratio is 12:1. Group trips are guaranteed to depart, regardless of the number of climbers.
  - All prices are per person and don’t decrease as the group size grows.
  - If you wish to stay in a single room/ single tent, you can add the single supplement at checkout.
Climbing days on the Lemosho route can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to your Climbing Kilimanjaro Tour, most people fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport. You and the rest of the group will be picked up by the guides at an arranged time. If you’re not joining the group at that time, you’ll need to get a taxi ride, rent a car or take a shuttle to Moshi.

You’ll meet your guide at the Panama Garden Resort in Moshi.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits

Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

Cancellations

Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

Basic
- - If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Flexible
- - If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If canceled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If canceled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Super Flexible
- - If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If canceled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If canceled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
Early Bird booking

Want to be the first one to know when we publish new dates or secure your spot well in advance? Select a future month that suits you best and lock in your Early Bird spot in time with just a 10% deposit.

As soon as our guides publish new tour dates, you’ll be the first one to know. We’ll hold your spot for 2 weeks until you choose the date that suits you best.

More about how Early Bird bookings work below:
- Only a 10% non-refundable deposit must be paid upon booking, but this deposit can be transferred to any other 57hours adventure in case the dates don’t end up working for you.
- Once our guides publish new tour dates, we’ll reach out to you so you’ll be the first one to choose from newly released dates.
- When you pick your date, you’ll confirm your booking by paying another 20% of the total trip amount (amounting to the standard 30% deposit).
- Once the trip has been confirmed, the regular cancellation policy (found above) applies.
- The remaining balance is due 90 days before the trip.

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