The best 9 days Kilimanjaro Lemosho route with Crater Camp in 2026, 2027, and 2028

The best 9 days Kilimanjaro climbing Lemosho route with Crater camp

The best 9-day Kilimanjaro Lemosho route with crater camp is an incredible adventure that takes hikers through some of the most breathtaking landscapes of the tallest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain on earth. Starting at the Londorosi Gate, climbers will spend the first few days ascending through dense rainforests and encountering an array of wildlife. This 9 days Kilimanjaro climbing on Lemosho route passes through heath and moorland before reaching the infamous Barranco Wall, a challenging climb up the steep volcanic rock. The route then takes hikers up to the Lava Tower, where they will experience stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The ascent continues to the Glaciers and Summit at 5,895 m, with an overnight stay at the Crater Camp, where hikers will enjoy panoramic views of the summit and glaciers.

Best 9 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho route with Crater camp price

The best price for 9-day Kilimanjaro hiking via Lemosho route with Crater camp ranges from $2,750 to $4,500 per person depending on the budget climbing services, mid-range services, luxury services, the number of people in the group, and accommodations before and after the climb. These 9 days Lemosho route Kilimanjaro climbing fees and costs are paid in US dollars, British pounds, euros, and Tanzania shillings; they include park fees, camping fees, and operation costs.

The best 9 days Lemosho route Kilimanjaro climbing success rate

The best 9 days Kilimanjaro Lemosho route with Crater Camp overnight success rate is 95% to 97% due to its best itinerary that leads to its higher summit success rate reaching at 5,895 meters Uhuru peak. This 9 days Kilimanjaro Lemosho route with Crater camp is the best choice for climbers seeking an enjoyable climb with a high Kilimanjaro summit success rate and great views of the summit from the Crater camp.

How to book 9 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho route with Crater Camp in 2026, 2027, and 2028

To book the best 9 days Kilimanjaro Lemosho route with Crater Camp contact us using the WhatsApp number +255 764 415 889 or Email at sales@africanaturaltours.com. We are available 24/7 and would be happy to help you plan your 9 days Kilimanjaro climbing tour in 2026, 2027, and 2028 starting from Moshi Kilimanjaro or Arusha town.

The best full-detailed itinerary for 9 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho route

The best full-detailed itinerary for the best 9-day Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho route with Crater camp: Day 1: Moshi to Londrossi gate (7,800ft) to Big tree (Mti Mkubwa) camp (9,500ft) | 3-4 hours | 6 km; Day 2: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) camp (9,500ft) to Shira One camp (11,500ft) | 5-6 hours | 8 km; Day 3: Shira One camp (11,500ft) to Shira Two camp to Moir Hut (13,800ft) | 5-7 hours | 14 km; Day 4: Moir hut (13,800ft) to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (13,000ft) | 4-6 hours | 7 km; Day 5: Barranco camp (13,000ft) to Karanga camp (13,100ft) | 4-5 hours | 5 km; Day 6: Karanga camp (13,100ft) to Barafu Camp (15,300ft) | 4-5 hours | 4 km; Day 7: Barafu Camp (15,300ft) to summit to Crater Camp (19,345ft) | 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent | 6 km ascent / 12 km descent; Day 8: Crater camp (19,345ft) to Mweka camp (10,000ft) | 4-6 hours | 12 km; and Day 9: Mweka camp (10,000ft) to Mweka gate (5,400ft) to Moshi town | 3-4 hours | 10 km.

Day 1: Moshi or Arusha to Londrossi gate (7,800ft) to Big tree (Mti Mkubwa) camp (9,500ft)

 • Stretch: 6 km

 • Hiking time: 3-4 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Rain Forest

After completing the necessary registration formalities at Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho road head. We often have our lunch in the glades before starting to walk. It is an easy day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. This area has a variety of game, including buffalo. We camp at Lemosho Forest Camp Know as Big tree Camp 7,800 ft.

Day 2: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) camp (9,500ft) to Shira One camp (11,500ft)

 • Stretch: 8 km

 • Hiking time: 5-6 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Moorland

We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the center of the plateau at Shira One (11,500 ft).

Day 3: Shira One camp (11,500ft) to Shira Two camp to Moir Hut (13,800ft)

 • Stretch: 14 km

 • Hiking time: 5-7 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Moorland

We explore the Shira plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibo’s glaciered peak, across the plateau which leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. Then we stay at shira 2 camp or continue to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity.

Day 4: Moir hut (13,800ft) to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (13,000ft)

 • Stretch: 7 km

 • Hiking time: 4-6 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Semi desert

A morning of gentle ascent and panoramic views, leaving the moorland plateau behind to walk on lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach. After lunch near the Lava Tower (14,900 ft), we descend to the bottom of the Barranco Valley to camp at Barranco Camp (12,790 ft), sheltered by towering cliffs and with extensive views of the plains far below.

Day 5: Barranco camp (13,000ft) to Karanga camp (13,100ft)

 • Stretch: 5 km

 • Hiking time: 4-5 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Alpine Desert

A steep climb up the Barranco Wall leads us to an undulating trail on the south-eastern flank of Kibo, with superb vistas of the Southern Ice fields. The terrain changes to scree, with pockets of lush vegetation in sheltered hollows, and there is only a short distance to Karanga Camp (13,100 ft), the last water point on the way to the summit.

Day 6: Karanga camp (13,100ft) to Barafu Camp (15,300ft)

 • Stretch: 4 km

 • Hiking time: 4-5 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Apline desert

We follow an easy path on compacted scree with wide views that gains altitude unrelentingly to reach the Barafu Hut (14,800 ft) for lunch. There is a short acclimatization walk to the plateau at the bottom of the southeast valley. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the early morning final ascent. 

Day 7: Barafu Camp (15,300ft) to summit to Crater Camp (19,345ft)

 • Stretch: 4 km

 • Hiking time: 3-4 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Arctic

You start your final ascent to Uhuru Peak in the early morning (about 0:00 am). The trek involves a steep hike over loose volcanic scree through the dark and freezing night taking a slow pace in a zig-zag style reaching Stella point. The highest peak in Africa, Uhuru Peak (5895m or 19341ft), is accessible from here after a short but challenging walk. Enjoy the magnificent sunrise before we make our way back to base camp for breakfast. Continue your descent a little way into the caldera to Crater camp.

Day 8: Crater camp (19,345ft) to Mweka camp (10,000ft)

 • Stretch: 12 km

 • Hiking time: 4-6 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Arctic

After a night in the crater, you now have the shortest final summit bid of any route. With such a short distance to the summit from the crater (around 1 hour) means that timing arrival with the sunrise is much easier and quite spectacular. The summit of Kilimanjaro is the top of the highest freestanding mountain in the world. After your summit bid you then descend for a final night on the mountain at Mweka Camp passing back through the heath zone, endemic Proteas, pollinated by Malachite Sunbirds are plentiful.

Day 9: Mweka camp (10,000ft) to Mweka gate (5,400ft) to Moshi town

 • Stretch: 10 km

 • Hiking time: 3-4 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Rain Forest

Your final day on Kilimanjaro is a descent through the southern rain forest until Mweka gate where our vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Moshi town. Receive your Kilimanjaro climbing certificates as a reward for hiking the highest mountain in Africa. The driver will take you to the hotel for the rest after completing your excellent 9 days Kilimanjaro climb.