Discover the ultimate 9-day luxury Kilimanjaro climb via the scenic Lemosho Route from Zanzibar, Tanzania. Travel to Moshi to meet your expert guides before starting your trek from Lemosho Gate. Journey through lush rainforest, cross the Shira Plateau, and follow the Southern Circuit to Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest summit. Descend via the Mweka Route, enjoying stunning views, professional guidance, and luxury comfort throughout.
9 Days Group Luxury Kilimanjaro Climb via Lemosho Route – from Zanzibar, Tanzania (2026 - 2027) Tour Summary
Tour Features for 9 Days Group Luxury Kilimanjaro Climb via Lemosho Route – from Zanzibar, Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
Luxury: This tour uses luxury lodges
Tour style
Group: This shared adventure places you in a small group setting
Customizable Tour
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Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
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9 Days Group Luxury Kilimanjaro Climb via Lemosho Route – from Zanzibar, Tanzania (2026 - 2027) Tour details
Zanzibar – Moshi
You will depart from Zanzibar and arrive in Moshi, Tanzania, where you will be transferred to your hotel. After check-in, you will meet your professional guides for a pre-trek briefing on safety, route highlights, and what to expect during the climb. This evening, you will enjoy a relaxing dinner at the hotel and prepare for the Kilimanjaro adventure that begins the following day.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi
- Accommodation:
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Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Moshi – Lemosho Gate to Big Tree Camp
After breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to Lemosho Gate for park entry and permit registration. Your trek begins through lush rainforest, covering 6 km over 3–4 hours, gaining altitude from 7,800 ft to 9,500 ft. Along the trail, you will see vibrant wildlife and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the forest. Your first overnight stay will be at Big Tree Camp, where you will relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the next day’s trek.
- Main Destination:
- Lemosho Gate
- Accommodation:
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Mti Mkubwa Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Big Tree Camp to Shira I Camp
You will trek from Big Tree Camp into moorland terrain, gradually ascending toward Shira I Camp (11,500 ft). Over approximately 8–10 km in 5–7 hours, you will cross open plains with spectacular views of Kibo Peak. Along the trail, you will enjoy the vast beauty of the Shira Plateau and witness unique alpine flora. Shira I Camp provides a comfortable setting to rest, acclimatize, and enjoy dinner under the high-altitude sky.
- Main Destination:
- Shira 1 Camp
- Accommodation:
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Shira 1 Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Shira I Camp to Shira II Camp
You will continue east across the Shira Plateau, covering 14 km over 5–7 hours, reaching Shira II Camp (13,800 ft). This high-altitude plateau is among the highest in the world, offering panoramic views of Kibo and surrounding peaks. You will enjoy the moorland landscape, passing streams and lush meadows. Shira II Camp provides a peaceful atmosphere for rest and preparation before the more challenging sections ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Shira 2 Camp
- Accommodation:
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Shira 2 Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Shira II Camp to Lava Tower Camp to Barranco Camp
You will trek 7 km over 4–6 hours, first ascending toward Lava Tower (4,600 m), also known as the “Shark’s Tooth.” After lunch at the base of Lava Tower, you will descend to Barranco Camp (13,000 ft). This day serves as a crucial acclimatization stage, helping your body adjust for the summit attempt. Along the way, you will enjoy dramatic semi-desert landscapes and panoramic views of Kilimanjaro’s peaks.
- Main Destination:
- Barranco Camp
- Accommodation:
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Barranco Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
After breakfast, you will climb the famous Barranco Wall and continue to Karanga Camp (3,995 m). The trail then leads to Barafu Camp (4,673 m) over 9 km in 8–10 hours. This segment completes the Southern Circuit, offering spectacular views of both Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. At Barafu Camp, you will enjoy dinner and rest before the midnight summit ascent.
- Main Destination:
- Karanga Camp
- Accommodation:
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Barafu Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
You will wake around 2 a.m. to begin the final ascent. Trekking 5 km over 7–8 hours to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) via Stella Point (5,756 m), you will witness a breathtaking sunrise if the weather permits. After summit celebrations and photos, you will descend 12 km over 4–6 hours to Mweka Camp (10,000 ft), stopping at Barafu for refreshments. This day tests your endurance but rewards you with a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Main Destination:
- Uhuru Peak
- Accommodation:
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Mweka Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Mweka Camp to Moshi
You will descend 10 km through montane rainforest to Mweka Gate (5,400 ft), where you will receive your summit certificate. From here, you will be transferred by vehicle back to your luxury hotel in Moshi. Enjoy a shower, relax, and celebrate your Kilimanjaro achievement with your guides and team.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi
- Accommodation:
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Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Mweka Camp to Moshi
You will descend 10 km through montane rainforest to Mweka Gate (5,400 ft), where you will receive your summit certificate. From here, you will be transferred by vehicle back to your luxury hotel in Moshi. Enjoy a shower, relax, and celebrate your Kilimanjaro achievement with your guides and team.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi
- Accommodation:
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Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Moshi – Zanzibar (Departure)
After breakfast at your hotel in Moshi, enjoy a leisurely morning reflecting on your Kilimanjaro journey. Later, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight back to Zanzibar. This concludes your unforgettable 8-day luxury Kilimanjaro adventure, leaving you with lasting memories of Africa’s highest peak, breathtaking landscapes, and a truly remarkable trekking experience.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Hut Fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Platinum Accommodations
- Professional English-speaking Mountain guide
- Mountain Crew Fees incl. Porters, Chef, & Waiter
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
- Oximeter
- Medical Kit
- Emergency Oxygen
- Crisis management and safety procedures
- Fair and ethical treatment of porters
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
What's Not Included
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(5)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
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