Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

Kilimanjaro ~ 8 Days Lemosho Route

Mount Kilimanjaro8 Days / 7 Nights   Group / Private
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Overview

Kilimanjaro - Lemosho Route Trip highlights

  • Experience the sunrise over Mawenzi before pushing to the summit of Uhuru Peak (5895m)
  • Be captivated by panoramic viewpoints and incredible scenery while trekking
  • Hike to the rim of the Shira Plateau
  • Discover the city of Arusha, located at the base of Mt Meru
Stand on the highest peak of Africa - approach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, fondly known as Kili, via the challenging and beautiful Lemosho Route. Our trip starts and ends in Arusha, and this itinerary gives maximum possible acclimatisation to enjoy the incredible scenery. you climb the rim of the Shira Plateau with a gentle ascent and panoramic views. You walk on the lava ridges and enjoy extensive views of the plains below. From here, there is some steep climbing but also a chance for a restful afternoon before the final summit day. You aim to be on the top of Africa by sunrise with our reward being the panorama of mountain-top and savannah, perhaps mythically swathed in mist, below us.

Package Itinerary

  • Day 1: Drive to Londorosi Gate Commence Climb to Lemosho big tree Camp (2650m)
    After completing the necessary registration formalities at Londorossi gate,drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, and the drive there should be considered as part of the adventure, sometimes you start walking a kilometre or two below the roadhead. you often have lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy day of walking up a small path through beautiful and lush forest. you camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2650m); [2-3 hours walking]
    Meals: B
  • Day 2:To Shira One Camp (3550m)
    you 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! you camp in the centre of the plateau at “Shira One” (3550m). [6-7 hours walking]
    Meals: B,L,D.
  • Day 3: Shira Hut Camp (3840m)
    An easy day to help acclimatisation, and to explore the volcanic rock formations of Shira Plateau. you walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut (3840m). This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. [4-5 hours walking]
    Meals: B,L,D
  • Day 4:Trek Near to Lava Tower Junction
    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 junction (4550m) you descend to the bottom of the Great Barranco valley (3900 m), sheltered by towering cliffs and with extensive views of the plains far below. [5-7 hours walking] Meals: B,L,D
  • Day 5: To Karanga (4000m)
    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 Icefields. The terrain changes to scree, with pockets of lush vegetation in sheltered hollows, and there is only a short distance to our camp at Karanga (4000m), the last water point on the way to the summit. [4-5 hours walking]
    Meals: B,L,D.
  • Day 6: To Barafu Camp (4600m)
    you follow an easy path on compacted scree with wide views that gains altitude unrelentingly to reach the Barafu campsite (4600m) for lunch. There is a short acclimatisation walk to the plateau at the bottom of the South-East valley (4800m). The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night. [3-5 hours walking]
    Meals: B.
  • Day 7: Summit Uhuru Peak(5895m) then descend to Millenium Camp (3950Mt)
    You will start ascent by torchlight at about 1 a.m. so that you can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Stella Point (5735m), in about five or six hours. You will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the two hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5895m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Barafu is surprisingly fast, and after some refreshment, you continue to descend to reach our final campsite Millenium (3950Mt). [11-15 hours walking]
    Meals: B.
  • Day 8: Descend to Mweka Gate, transfer to Moshi
    A sustained descent on a well constructed path through lovely tropical forest alive with birdsong and boasting lush undergrowth with considerable botanical interest. Route to mweka gate(1650m),Here you will sign out then drive to Moshi., Overnight at your hotel. [4-6 hours walking]!
    Meals: B.

How Much Does it Cost to Climb Kilimanjaro?:

All prices listed are in USD

Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Deluxe Category.

6 Days: 1,870$ Per person.

7 Days: 2,072$ Per person.

8 Days: 2,378$ Per person.

Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Standard Category.

6 Days: 1,730$ Per person.

7 Days: 1,866$ Per person.

8 Days: 2,005$ Per person.

Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Basic Category.

6 Days: 1,630$ Per person.

7 Days: 1,730$ Per person.

8 Days: 1,969$ Per person.

A solo climber will pay additional 30% of the total above.

Package Include:

  • Pick-up on the arrival destination Kilimanjaro Airport check in hotel in Moshi for full board night before and after your climb at Keys Lodge Hotel in Moshi.
  • Transfer from the hotel to the starting gate where your climb begins and after your climb on the mountain transfer back to the same hotel you had a night before your climb
  • Three meals a day on the mountain
  • All entrance fees on the mountain
  • Dining tent, chairs and table
  • Sleeping tent in sharing maximum 2 people in one tent with enough space
  • Salaries for support crew cook and guides
  • Emergency oxygen cylinder

Not Includes

  • Tipping for support crew, cook and guides.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Airfare for international and local destination if any.
  • Climbing gear as mentioned on our list on the website.

Additional info:

Once you’ve booked, you will supply you with a Pre-Departure document which contains a detailed gear list and other important information to help you prepare for your adventure ahead..

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