Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route in Moshi, Tanzania
Moshi, Tanzania

Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route

Outty Ranking 59 5.0 · 5 traveler reviews168 hoursFrom $2,627
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59/100

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5.0/5

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Is Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route worth booking?

Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route is a 168-hour experience in Moshi, Tanzania, from $2,627 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
5/5 (5)
Duration
168 hours
From
$2,627 per person

Lemosho Route: The Lemosho Route is widely considered to be the best route on Mount Kilimanjaro. Not too long ago, there were only two main routes used to climb Kilimanjaro – the Marangu (Coca Cola) route and the Machame (Whiskey) route. Lemosho, a relatively new route, is preferred by reputable operators due to its beauty, remoteness and success rate. In short, it maximizes the chances that a climber will reach the summit, and enjoy the experience overall. The Lemosho route can be done in as little as six days (five nights) on the mountain. However, it is ideally tackled over eight days (seven nights) for a better altitude acclimatization schedule. The trek begins at Londorossi Gate, located in the western base of mountain, within its lush, fertile rainforest. The route heads across the Shira Plateau, before circling along the southern circuit halfway around the mountain, exposing the climber to great views from all angles.

What you get

    About this experience

    Lemosho Route: The Lemosho Route is widely considered to be the best route on Mount Kilimanjaro. Not too long ago, there were only two main routes used to climb Kilimanjaro – the Marangu (Coca Cola) route and the Machame (Whiskey) route. Lemosho, a relatively new route, is preferred by reputable operators due to its beauty, remoteness and success rate. In short, it maximizes the chances that a climber will reach the summit, and enjoy the experience overall. The Lemosho route can be done in as little as six days (five nights) on the mountain. However, it is ideally tackled over eight days (seven nights) for a better altitude acclimatization schedule. The trek begins at Londorossi Gate, located in the western base of mountain, within its lush, fertile rainforest. The route heads across the Shira Plateau, before circling along the southern circuit halfway around the mountain, exposing the climber to great views from all angles.

    What's included

    Included

    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Breakfast

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 1440 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
    Languages
    en, fr
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Exceed Expectations Tours & Safari

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Physical effort

    3 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Food and drink

    1 mention

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Good for families

    1 mention

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    kiryas2023 · February 2023

    "Outstanding local Company in Kilimanjaro"

    Special thanks to Exceed Expectations Tours Crew for this memorable and amazing trip. We appreciate your services we can say without doubt this is one among the best local company for Kilimanjaro trip.

    Response from the operator: Greeting Kirya, Well its amazing we were able to support and satisfy your dreams here in Kilimanjaro. Thanks for being one among the first clients for 2023 and hopefully a friend for a lifetime. Welcome again, Oscar Swai

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    hawrami · April 2021

    “Couldn't asked for a better group of guides, pleasant, courteous, friendly and helpful”

    I had an excellent experience climbing for 7 days Lemosho route in March 2021 with Exceed Expectations Tours team. I contacted this agency and found them very helpful also very flexible as I was unsure of my climbing dates. Oscar told me about his company and I was glad to read other previously clients outstanding reviews from trip-advisor. The cooker, waiter, and porters all did an amazing job. It truly a group effort. The food was better than many restaurants I have eaten across the nations and the equipment was in great condition. We did find certain phases of the climb quite challenging, but every staff member were always willing to help in their own way, by being patient and allowing us to rest, temporarily lightening the load of our day-packs, helping us to stay hydrated. I truly believe that Exceed Tours team is the best among climbing company and they will do everything possible to offer a positive experience and make your trip unforgettable one.

    Response from the operator: Dear Hawrami, Climbing Kili is absolutely an mazing adventure you can do in Africa. Your were one among the few customers that we had opportunity to offer our services this confidence of 2021. On behalf of Exceed Tours team I would like to appreciate for this wonderful recommendation and for undeniably confidence in our company. Thank you and once again congratulations for made it to the top of Africa. Lastly, I will love to invite you for Safari Adventure in many of our extraordinary National Parks. Regards, Oscar Swai.

    via Tripadvisor

    Barbora38469 · December 2020

    “Trek under rain, sun and stars for 7 Days Lemosho Route”

    It’s a great choice especially when you travel to Africa. The route is great and they were nice many moments for 9 days at Kilimanjaro. We spoke to a lot of agencies before found Exceed Expectations Tours on TripAdvisor forum, and i have to admit they were a right choice for us! Our guide have decades of experience in trekking Kili, he was a great help for our achievement. Our porters and guide were passionate and very helpful throughout, truth to be told they are Center of entire adventure. Me and 6 friends went on this adventure together and thoroughly enjoyed it very much. My advice for other climbers will be about timing to climb Kilimanjaro, the great season to trek will be July to December before the snow fall. You can also trek in winter time provided you have a proper accessories. However, I do not recommend trekking in rainy season. I think Lemosho Route should be in the bucket list of any kili climber lover. Thanks Exceed Expectations Tours, you real exceeded our expectations!😍

    Response from the operator: Hello Barbora, We know it was a difficult decision you made this year of 2020. As operational manager we were so grateful for the chance and opportunity to save both of you and ensure your safety at all time you stayed with us. We thanks both of you for the great donations to our staff at this difficult times, we still more strong today than ever because of the several number of customers who becomes our greatest friends of all times. On behalf of the entire office, thank you very much and we hope to see you again our good friends from Colorado. Regards, Oscar Swai.

    via Tripadvisor

    Jaganid · August 2019

    Wake up Eat, Hike, Chats and Laugh! 7 Days Lemosho Route with Exceed Expectations Tours

    It was an unusual hour of climbing, dynamic and interesting, it’s not like a slow leg stops under the manuals from the pole-pole guides of Exceed Expectations Tours, but quite an active action by legs and hands. It’s getting cold here, here’s a stretch, and here’s a leg stronger to kick it was very interesting part of the route. Later on we reached at Karanga Camp, and it gave us this great view of the city of Moshi below us we stay there for one more day. I remember standing at the rock ‘cellphone rock’ I’m calling it that because there was reception here, so people kept scrambling up to text their loved ones that they’re fine. After overcoming the wall, we reach at Uhuru peak point and up there we rejoiced, laughed and joking with this hour of adventure. Couldn’t have done it without the help of mazing guys, what a bunch of people, porters, guides who literary risked there are life to help us live our dreams. Special thanks to this amazing team from this professional company which am so sure you will be fine too when you summit Kilimanjaro with them. I wish to see you some other time and definitely was amazing adventure and you’re missed already.

    Response from the operator: Hello Jaganid, Thank you so much and we really appreciate your feedback to us. I and Exceed Tours team we are expressing our special thanks to you and the rest of group members who allow and trust us enough to be a part of their adventure. Thank you for everything from day one to time when we say goodbye at Kilimanjaro International airport. I hope to see you some other time again in future. Regards, Oscar Swai Karaibu Sana!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Charlsks · July 2019

    Africa is Magic!! With Exceed Expectations Tours

    After travelling for the past 4 years, I finally got to share a bucket list moment with my partner in adventure at the roof of Africa. A life experience that’s worth all the blood sweat and tears. The temperature of the air in this region of Africa is more than comfortable, in general the conditions are maximum close to the perfect. In the forest of Kilimanjaro via Marangu Route we climbed through it until we got to the top, there were monkeys swinging from branches and songs heard from miles away in the silent forest, sung by porters carrying packs of supplies to camps above. Here’s one taking a break. Each and every porter on this mountain met me with a smile and Kiswahili greeting, despite their far more difficult job than mine. We went for a 3 Days Safari Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Parks after climbing Kilimanjaro, waking up and having wild elephants walking around your camp in the Serengeti national park was amazing, I realize Africa had such a beautiful and diverse great place to be in the world. This will be one of our biggest trips to date, What a fantastic 10 days it has been, filled with dramatic vistas, stunning sunrise and sunsets, and an action packed safari. A big thank you to our wonderful mountain and safari family @Exceed Expectations Tours for supporting us all the way to the Roof of Africa.

    Response from the operator: Hello Charlsks, Am so glad to here and read this wonderful comments about your last experience with us. Thank you for trusting Exceed Expectations Tours, and allow us to organize both Kilimanjaro hiking and safari trip including all the accommodations to you and your friends. I want to express our gratitude to you and the rest of guys who join a group for Mt. Kilimanjaro Climbing. On behalf of the whole staff, we thank you for taking time and share your experience with us. Regards, Oscar Swai Karibu Sana...

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    168 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Exceed Expectations Tours & Safari, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.0.

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    Why this scores 59

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)97
    Review evidence (18% weight)34
    Booking momentum (14% weight)26
    Value for money (12% weight)62
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Moshi.

    How much does Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route cost?

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    Prices start at $2,627 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Moshi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days 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 Moshi is not rushed.

    Is Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Moshi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days 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 Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route?

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    Around 2 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 Moshi 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 Moshi and add a light layer if any part of the 168-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days 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 Moshi 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 Moshi?

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    On Outty we rank every Moshi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Materuni Waterfall, Coffee Tour and Picnic Hot Lunch, Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Plantation Half Day Tour, Kilimanjaro climb, Machame Route (7-day). 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 Moshi?

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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 Moshi?

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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 Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route?

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    Included: Lunch; Dinner; and Breakfast. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2 listed pickup locations in and around Moshi. Be ready about 1440 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route offered in?

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    It is offered in English and French. 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 Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days 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 Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days 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 Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days 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 Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbing 7 Days Lemosho Route?

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    Across 5 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, food and drink. 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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