Kilimanjaro Climbing Routes

Explore all available routes to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Each route offers unique challenges, scenery, and experiences for different skill levels.

Lemosho Route

Longer route with excellent acclimatization and stunning scenery.

8
Days
95%
Success Rate
Moderate

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Detailed breakdown of each day's activities and waypoints

Day 1: Starting the Journey

2 waypoints
1
Londorossi Gate
2,100m

Starting point of the Lemosho route

2
Mti Mkubwa Camp
2,650m

First camp in the forest

Day 2: Acclimatization

1 waypoint
1
Shira 1 Camp
3,500m

Camp on the Shira plateau

Day 3: Higher Ground

1 waypoint
1
Shira 2 Camp
3,850m

Higher camp on Shira plateau

Day 4: Base Camp

1 waypoint
1
Barranco Camp
3,950m

Camp below the Barranco Wall

Day 5: Summit Day 🏔️ SUMMIT DAY

1 waypoint
1
Karanga Camp
3,995m

High camp for acclimatization

Day 6: Descent

1 waypoint
1
Barafu Camp
4,600m

Base camp for summit attempt

Day 7: Return Journey

1 waypoint
1
Uhuru Peak
5,895m

Highest point in Africa - SUMMIT!

Route Comparison

Compare all routes at a glance

Route Days Difficulty Success Rate Best For Action
Lemosho Route
8 days Moderate
95%
Most climbers View Details →
Machame Route (Whiskey Route)
7 days Challenging
90%
Experienced View Details →
Marangu Route (Coca-Cola Route)
6 days Moderate
85%
Most climbers View Details →
Rongai Route
7 days Moderate
80%
Most climbers View Details →
Umbwe Route
6 days Very Challenging
70%
Experts only View Details →