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8 Days Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climbing Cost $1800
8 Days Lemosho Route Overview
The 8 Days Lemosho Route is Kilimanjaro's most scenic and successful ascent path, combining low crowds with excellent acclimatization. This premium 8 Days Lemosho Route itinerary approaches from the western slopes through lush rainforest to arctic summit zones, offering diverse ecosystems and high summit success rates.

8 Days Lemosho Route Distance Covered
Hikers cover approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles) roundtrip, averaging 5-7 hours daily trekking. The 8 Days Lemosho Route extended duration allows gradual mileage distribution, with summit day's 16-hour push covering 22km (13mi) including descent.

8 Days Lemosho Route Weather & Temperature
Expect rainforest humidity (15-25°C) at lower elevations, dropping to -20°C at summit. Days typically reach 10-15°C until Barranco Camp, with nights below freezing above 4,000m. Summit winds often exceed 30km/h.

8 Days Lemosho Route Elevation Gain
The 8 Days Lemosho Route gains 4,295 vertical meters (14,091ft) from Lemosho Gate (2,360m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Key acclimatization climbs include Shira Ridge (3,500m) and Barranco Wall (4,200m) before the summit push.

8 Days Lemosho Route Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa (2,650m).
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp (3,500m).
Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m).
Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp (3,900m).
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (4,035m).
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,673m).
Day 7: Barafu Camp to Summit (5,895m) to Mweka Camp (3,080m).
Day 8: Descent to Mweka Gate.

8 Days Lemosho Route Acclimatization & Success Rate
The route's "climb high, sleep low" profile yields 90-95% success rates. Extra acclimatization days at Shira and Karanga help hikers adjust before the summit push.

8 Days Lemosho Route Cost
8 days Lemosho route cost $ 1,800 per person, covering park fees, guides, meals, and equipment. Premium package cost $ 2,300 for higher-quality gear and smaller groups.

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