6-Days Luxury Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro 2026–2027
Climb Kilimanjaro’s 6-day Lemosho Route with private guides, spacious tents, and hot meals. Enjoy rainforest, moorland, and alpine desert before a breathtaking sunrise summit at 5,895 m.
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6-Day Luxury Lemosho Route Highlights:
Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
Day 3: Shira 1 to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Day 4: Barranco to Karanga Camp
Day 5: Karanga to Barafu Camp
Day 6: Summit Uhuru Peak, descend to Mweka Gate, and drive to Moshi
Overview
The Lemosho Route is known as one of Kilimanjaro’s most beautiful trails, and you can enjoy it in true comfort. Over six unforgettable days, you’ll cross quiet rainforest, open moorland, and dramatic alpine desert before stepping onto the snowy slopes that lead to Africa’s highest peak. From the first morning you’ll be greeted with warm smiles, private guides, and attentive porters who carry everything so you can hike freely. Each evening you’ll settle into spacious luxury tents with real mattresses, soft bedding, and a private dining setup where hot, freshly prepared meals await. Your guides will keep a gentle pace to help you acclimatize and will share stories about the mountain’s wildlife, history, and local culture. You’ll watch fiery sunsets from scenic camps, breathe crisp mountain air, and wake before dawn for the life-changing summit sunrise at 5,895 meters. A six-day luxury Lemosho climb in 2026–2027 blends adventure and comfort, giving you the best chance to reach the top while enjoying every step of the journey.
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
You will begin at the quiet Londorossi Gate and walk through lush rainforest filled with birds and colobus monkeys. The trail is gentle, giving you time to enjoy the sounds of the forest. By late afternoon you’ll reach Mti Mkubwa, where your spacious luxury tent, warm bedding, and a hearty dinner await.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury Mountain tent at Mti Mkubwa
Day 2 – Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
You’ll leave the forest behind and enter moorland dotted with giant heather and wildflowers. Wide views of the Shira Plateau open as you climb. You’ll pause often for photos and water breaks before settling into Shira 1 Camp, where hot drinks, a sunset view, and a cozy bed will make you feel at home.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury Mountain tent at Shira 1
Day 3 – Shira 1 to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Today you’ll walk across the rolling Shira Plateau toward Lava Tower at 4,600 m, perfect for altitude adjustment. After lunch you’ll descend into Barranco Valley, a dramatic landscape of cliffs and giant groundsels. Your deluxe tent and a hot dinner will be ready when you arrive.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury Mountain tent at Barranco
Day 4 – Barranco to Karanga Camp
You will climb the famous Barranco Wall, a fun, steady scramble with breathtaking views. Then you’ll cross gentle valleys to Karanga Camp. Here you can relax with tea, enjoy the alpine scenery, and watch the stars before another warm, chef-prepared dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury Mountain tent at Karanga
Day 5 – Karanga to Barafu Camp
You’ll head upward through alpine desert to Barafu Camp, the base for your summit push. The air is crisp and the landscape rugged. After an early gourmet dinner, you’ll rest in your comfortable tent, preparing for the midnight climb to the top.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury Mountain tent at Barafu
Day 6 – Summit Uhuru Peak, Descend to Mweka Gate and Drive to Moshi
Around midnight you’ll begin the final ascent with your guide, reaching Stella Point as the first light appears. You’ll step onto Uhuru Peak in time for sunrise, celebrating with photos before descending to Barafu for a meal and continuing down to Mweka Gate. A private vehicle will take you back to Moshi for a hot shower and a soft hotel bed.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury hotel in Moshi
Includes
- Professional mountain guides, porters, and chef
- Kilimanjaro Park fees, camping fees, and rescue service
- Upgraded luxury tents with real mattresses and private dining setup
- Daily hot showers where possible
- Three freshly prepared meals each day on the mountain
- Private transfers between Moshi and trailheads
Excludes
- International or domestic flights
- Tanzania visa and travel insurance
- Personal trekking gear (boots, sleeping bag liner, clothing)
- Tips for guides, cook, and porters
- Extra drinks or personal snacks