Your Journey on the “Coca-Cola” Route Experience the unique charm of the Marangu Route, the only path on Kilimanjaro offering
Our 7-day Lemosho Route is the ultimate choice for trekkers seeking the perfect balance of breathtaking scenery and effective acclimatization. Beginning on Kilimanjaro’s remote western flank, this journey takes you through pristine wilderness areas few get to experience. You’ll traverse five distinct climate zones, from lush rainforest to arctic summit, with optimal pacing that maximizes your chance of standing triumphantly on the Roof of Africa.
Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where our team welcomes you with genuine Tanzanian hospitality. Transfer to your Moshi hotel, meet your guide for a comprehensive briefing, and relax with stunning mountain views.
• Overnight: Moshi Hotel
Drive through coffee plantations to Londorossi Gate. Begin your adventure trekking through dense, misty rainforest alive with monkeys and exotic birds. Reach Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp, your first wilderness home.
• Trekking: 3-4 hours | Distance: 7 km | Altitude: 2,250m to 2,650m
Ascend through the magical heather zone as vegetation transforms. Emerge onto the Shira Plateau with your first breathtaking views of Kibo Peak. Spot eland antelope in this vast alpine meadow before reaching Shira 1 Camp.
• Trekking: 5-6 hours | Distance: 8 km | Altitude: 2,650m to 3,610m
Critical Acclimatization Day! Trek east across the plateau toward the dramatic Lava Tower (4,640 m). This “climb high, sleep low” strategy is key to your success. Descend through stunning valleys to the spectacular Barranco Camp beneath the famous Barranco Wall.
• Trekking: 6-7 hours | Distance: 10 km | Altitude: 3,610m to 3,960m
Tackle the imposing Barranco Wall—more of a thrilling scramble than a technical climb! Enjoy spectacular views from the top before traversing through scenic valleys to Karanga Camp, your final water point before the summit.
• Trekking: 4-5 hours | Distance: 5 km | Altitude: 3,960m to 4,035m
A shorter trek to Barafu Camp (Swahili for “Ice”) on the edge of the summit cone. Rest, hydrate, and prepare your gear during the afternoon. Early dinner followed by crucial rest before your midnight summit push.
• Trekking: 3-4 hours | Distance: 4 km | Altitude: 4,035m to 4,673m
The Day You’ll Never Forget! Begin at midnight under a canopy of stars. Trek pole pole (slowly slowly) up steep slopes to Stella Point for sunrise over the crater rim. Then the magical final ascent to UHURU PEAK (5,895m) – the Roof of Africa! Celebrate your incredible achievement before descending to Mweka Camp.
• Summit Push: 6-7 hours | Descent: 4-6 hours | Distance: 17 km
Final descent through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive your official certificate, celebrate with your crew, and transfer to your hotel for well-earned hot showers and comfortable beds.
• Trekking: 4-5 hours | Distance: 10 km | Altitude: 3,100m to 1,640m
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and share triumphant stories with fellow trekkers. Transfer to the airport, or continue your adventure with a wildlife safari or Zanzibar beach extension.
Your Journey on the “Coca-Cola” Route Experience the unique charm of the Marangu Route, the only path on Kilimanjaro offering
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