7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route worth booking?
7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route is a 168-hour experience in Arusha, Tanzania, from $3,400 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 168 hours
- From
- $3,400 per person
The Outty verdict
It ranks #7 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Arusha, with an Outty Ranking of 62. At $3,400 it sits above the typical similar option ($1,031), so book it for what is included rather than price. Best for families and couples.
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The seven day Lemosho variation is preferred over the six day option because it breaks up day two into two days, providing better acclimatization and a more gradual ascent. On the seven day route, we walk from Forest Camp to Shira Camp 1 on day two, a reasonable altitude gain of 2,000 feet. Then on day three, we continue from Shira Camp 2 to the little used Moir Hut, at 13,800 feet. Overall the exposure to this altitude will help prepare the body for higher altitudes coming on the following days. However, the trek from Barranco to Barafu, followed by the summit day are unchanged from the six day Lemosho variation. This schedule is still very tough, though the extra day on the mountain on the seven day route will help climbers deal with the exhausting itinerary better than those who opted for the six day route. However, this can be adopted to suit your preference.
What you get
About this experience
The seven day Lemosho variation is preferred over the six day option because it breaks up day two into two days, providing better acclimatization and a more gradual ascent. On the seven day route, we walk from Forest Camp to Shira Camp 1 on day two, a reasonable altitude gain of 2,000 feet. Then on day three, we continue from Shira Camp 2 to the little used Moir Hut, at 13,800 feet. Overall the exposure to this altitude will help prepare the body for higher altitudes coming on the following days. However, the trek from Barranco to Barafu, followed by the summit day are unchanged from the six day Lemosho variation. This schedule is still very tough, though the extra day on the mountain on the seven day route will help climbers deal with the exhausting itinerary better than those who opted for the six day route. However, this can be adopted to suit your preference.
What's included
Included
- healthy, nutritious food
- Large portions of fresh
- All Accommodation
- 2 Nights’ hotel accommodations Professional guides: All Park fees, Rescue Fees. Transfers.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Professional Guide
- : Clean, purified drinking water
- All transfers
Not included
- Tanzania Visa.
- International Flight
- Tips
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Three Peaks Tanzania Safari ltd
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Physical effort
3 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing experience, unexpected trip fees
We had an amazing experience on our trip. Four early 20’s ladies decided to conquer Kilimanjaro head on during rainy season. We started a day early to make sure we beat the rain, but only were on the mountain for six days. I think communication on the front end could have been better. I was forced to pay an extra $200 for some miscommunication in their international wire, very frustrating since it wasn’t communicated beforehand how they wanted us to pay the rest of their cost. We also had a dispute about tips. We were told on the front end $1600 would include the Sherpa tips and everything included. After he back tracked and asked us to pay them tips every day to ensure a good positive experience. As you aren’t allowed to bring more than $200 on the mountain, and we were told our full cost would include tips, this threw us for a loop. We are all students who are on a limited budget. And while we respect and want to tip our Sherpas, we were told it was included. In the end we were told they would take on that miscommunication, but we also tipped what we could after with the remainder of our cash. Their packing list was very detailed, but it did not include micro spikes or crampons, so we were told to rent them for $15 from them. So slightly frustrating. Our camp set up was amazing and the Sherpas did an amazing job every time. The cooks made so much food we couldn’t eat it all! But it was 10/10 every time. We had tea or coffee with every meal. Each meal had two or three courses! Their packing list had sleeping bags and sleeping pads on it but they ended up providing the sleeping pads and three bags for us. So we put the extra sleeping bags over us on the extra cold nights. Our guides Jonah and Kim were spectacular, knowledgeable, helpful, and overall very passionate about Kilimanjaro. I will be requesting them the next time I go. If you can request them, do so they were a phenomenal team!! We learned about the geology, the plants and the history of the mountain. Our acclimatization was planned very well and we felt amazing all the way up to base camp. Our pace was good for our acclimatization. The views, plants and mountain alone were SPECTACULAR. During my summit, Jonah was amazing in coaching me through my emotions, my tired muscles and the lack of oxygen I was feeling. This stretch of the hike was one of the hardest things I have ever done. I was hit with some pretty strong altitude sickness and nausea early on and fought it the whole way up. He coached me and supported me. He walked at my (very very slow) pace, reminded me to sip my water, told me to rest when I was too stubborn to, and ultimately was the reason I made it to the top. He also supported me all the way down while I complained of joint pain and of my exhaustion. He was the reason I summited and made it back down on my own two feet. Our other guide Kim supported me past base camp in changing our camp location to the closer camp. My joints were in agony and feeling very tired in my spirit. I don’t think I would have made it to the further camp. He walked behind me the whole (very slow) way down. By the next morning my joints felt far more recovered and I was able to make it down to the exit at a reasonable pace. Also glad we did not pay the $250 for a private camp toilet. While I probably would get it for the high season… when camps are extremely full… I was happy we just used the squat pit toilets. Had to hold my breath a few times, and squat toilets were new for me, but a good experience. We got incredibly lucky with the weather, it only hailed for 30 minutes and a few times at night, but overall 10/10. We brought all the rain gear but used very little of it. We were alone with our group every night up until we stopped at base camp. So camp was very empty every evening. Someone in another group brought a dog to base camp and it barked all four hours of our pre summit sleep. Very very annoying. 10/10 overall the only reason I give 4/5 stars is the miss communication on tips (stressful) how they wanted us to wire the money (and ultimately paying $395 more in their fees alone) and only having six days on the mountain. We also ended up doing a safari with the same company, while he quoted us over $700 for two days we found one on Get Your Guide for $400 and asked him to match it. He did. I’ll write another review for that trip.
Response from the operator: What an incredible journey this was! It was such an honor for our team to support you and your inspiring group on the climb to Uhuru Peak. Your determination and positivity reminded us all that anything is possible. The guides, porters, and kitchen crew were so proud to be part of your success and are happy to know you felt cared for throughout. Thank you for trusting Three peaks tanzania Safari you truly showed the world what strength and teamwork look like. NOTE THAT:but actualy your didint payed $1600 for kilimanjaro your payed us $1400, I can answer your: "Thank you for your feedback! Our 2-day safari package is more extensive ($700 total) with 1Day waterfalls, coffe tour and hotspring including transportation go and retarn . And you remove all activities to choose just 2days only that why we charge $420) without waterfalls, coffe tour and hotspring activities. "We appreciate your feedback, our package is 3days not 2 days that why the price is different. Looking forward to hearing back from you soon! Karibu tena (you're welcome again) 🦒
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Extraordinary
An unforgettable journey to Kilimanjaro! The views were absolutely breathtaking, and every step of the climb was worth it. Everything was perfectly organized, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. A huge thank you to our amazing guides, Kim and Jonathan —their support, positivity, and professionalism made all the difference. Also, big thanks to the entire team for their hard work and care throughout the trip. Highly recommended!
Response from the operator: What an incredible journey this was! It was such an honor for our team to support you and your inspiring group on the climb to Uhuru Peak. Your determination and positivity reminded us all that anything is possible. The guides, porters, and kitchen crew were so proud to be part of your success and are happy to know you felt cared for throughout. Thank you for trusting Three peaks tanzania Safari you truly showed the world what strength and teamwork look like.
via Tripadvisor
Great guide!
Attentive and kind guide-exactly what you need on the grueling days. Good luck out there! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
Response from the operator: Three peaks Tanzania safari, Guest Relations Manager at three peaks Tanzania Dear Ryen Toft Our main goal is to deliver a memorable experience, and for that to happen we must be flexible and try to tend all of our guests' wishes :) Thank you so much for your sweet words towards great guide and all the team!
via Tripadvisor
Perfect Kilimandjaro trek + safari trip
My GF and I come from Quebec, Canada, and we wanted to do both the Kilimanjaro and a Safari. It was a long process to find the good company to book with and we’re more than happy to have picked Rafael and Three Peaks Tanzania Safari. We knew he had been a guide/trip manager for 10+ years for various companies and that he was starting a new business of his own. We had heard good comments about him from friends but it was still a hard choice to trust a totally new company. We don’t regret our choice. First and foremost, Rafael was very reliable. Everything he promised was done with no overcharge. This is a big thing for us because we had read a lot of things about people paying for their trip and then having to pay more when they got in Tanzania. Every thing went just as we wanted. Plus, the service was exceptionally good. For instance, KLM lost our luggage in Amsterdam. Fortunately, we carried most of the stuff we needed for the hike with us in the cabins, but still we lacked some essential stuff like winter boot for the summit day on Kilimanjaro. Rafael’s staff picked up our luggage at the airport when it arrived, hired a porter to meet us on day 4 of the trek with the gear we needed for the coldest days in altitude. This is just one example. In another instance, most companies wouldn’t offer French guides on the mountain or they would offer it at a very expensive price. Rafael found us a very good French speaking guide named Frank. I honestly think that we succeeded going to the summit thanks to the good guiding of Frank and Rafael. They were going at the perfect pace to reach the summit without getting exhausted. This is a skill that, as we have seen, many guides in other companies lacked. Plus, we always felt in security. Our guides were very professional, carrying oxygen tanks and taking our oxygen saturation to make sure we were ok. Second, it was a very good trip for the price we paid. There’s a lot of variation between quotes of different companies for safaris and the Kilimanjaro. Rafael only sent us to 5 stars hotel when we’re in the city, and he only sent us to the best camps in the safari. We had private tents, hot shower etc. We had a private tour on Kilimanjaro. Everything was as good as it could be and for much less than what other companies charge for shared tents and lower quality hotels. Another important thing for us is that many companies take advantage of their porters. They pay them less than the minimum salary required by Tanzania. They lower the price to get more clients and still keep their profits. Some porters don’t get more than 5$ per day to carry 30Kgs. We know that Rafael takes care of his porters and employees. He pays them well and value their work. This was important to us. We had a really nice trip and if you’re looking for a safari or Kilimanjaro, we can only recommend Three Peaks Tanzania Safari!
Response from the operator: Three peaks tanzania safari, Guest Relations Manager at three peaksTanzania safari, Dear Olivier lachance, Thank you so much for your kind words :) We always strive to deliver the most amazing tours to our guests! And that's only possible with the help of our GREAT guides - like Rafael & frank speaking French :)
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Good to know
- Duration
- 168 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Arusha.
How does 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route compare to similar tours in Arusha?
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It ranks #7 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Arusha, with an Outty Ranking of 62. At $3,400 it sits above the typical similar option ($1,031), so book it for what is included rather than price. Best for families and couples.
Who is 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route best for?
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It suits families and couples best, based on its 168-hour length, all-ages access and free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Is 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route good value?
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It is a premium pick. It starts at $3,400, above the $1,031 typical for similar experiences in Arusha.
How much does 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route cost?
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Prices start at $3,400 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Arusha usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route take?
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Plan for about 168 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Arusha is not rushed.
Is 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Arusha, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 168-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Arusha can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Arusha and add a light layer if any part of the 168-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Arusha within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Arusha?
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On Outty we rank every Arusha experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Arusha Guided City Tour &Hotel Pickup (History, Culture &Market, 5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai, Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Arusha?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Arusha?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route?
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Included: healthy, nutritious food; Large portions of fresh; All Accommodation; 2 Nights’ hotel accommodations Professional guides: All Park fees, Rescue Fees. Transfers; and Lunch. Not included: Tanzania Visa; International Flight; and Tips. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 7 listed pickup locations in and around Arusha. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about 7 days_Mount kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
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