8 Days Kilimanjaro climb Lemosho

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Duration

8 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

1 person

Languages

English

The Kilimanjaro climb-lemosho route 8 days itinerary is the best for acclimatization. The remote is less used and a beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau. The route is one of the few where groups may be accompanied on the first day by an armed ranger, as the forests around the Lemosho Glades are inhabited by buffalo, elephants and other wildlife.

The minimum duration for the Lemosho route is 6 days, however we strongly recommend hiking the route in 8 days. The additional 8th day will give your body more time to acclimatize, reducing the effects of altitude sickness and give you more time to rest before attempting the summit.

Day 1: Arusha- Lemosho gate (2360m) - Mti Mkubwa Camp (2810m)

After arrival you will be picked up at the airport, followed by a briefing by your head guide and then drive from the airport to Londorossi Park Gate (2100m). The guides and porters prepare and pack the supplies and your equipment at the park’s gate and registration. You start trekking through the rainforest until completes this day by entering to our first camp where your tent is setup with your personal belongings inside -Walking distance: 6km, 3-4hrs All meals are included

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa camp (2810m) - Shira 2 camp (3505m)

You depart from Mti mkubwa to the second camp through heath and Moorland zone, following the shira ridge we enter vast high attitude desert plateau where the first view of Mount kilimanjaro unfold one the horizon –Walking Distance: 8km, 6-8hrs All meals are included

Day 3: Shira camp 2 (3505m)-Moir Camp(4160m)

The route now turns east into a semi desert and rocky landscape surrounding Lava Tower. We leave from Shira to Moir camp which is nested near enormous beds of volcanic rock and surrounded by rocky hills and cliffs. At the arrival of camp you enter your tent which is already set with your belongings inside –Walking Distance: 9km, 6-8hrs All meals are included

Day 4: Moir Camp(4160m) - Barranco camp(3950m)- Acclimatization Day

After spending a night at the Moir camp today we test our acclimatization with a trek to the base of Lava tower at 4500m, following our rest we descent through senecio forest passing waterfalls that usher us in to the Barranco camp. The camp is set in the shadow of the massive Barranco wall with easterly breezes often carrying misty clouds from the Barranco Valley. –Walking distance: 5-7hrs, 7km All meals are included

Day 5:Barranco camp(3950m) - Karanga camp(39950m)

Today’s task will be the 150m face of the Barranco wall. Realization of how hard the porters work will be realized as this challenging scramble provides quite the balancing act for our crew. We arrive at the camp for a well deserved dinner and overnight –Walking distance: 3-5hrs, 5km All meals are included

Day 6: Karanga Camp(3995m) - Barafu Camp(4600m)

After breakfast with picnic lunch en route, the morning trek is slow and steady uphill hike as we enters the Arctic zone, The temperatures becomes noticeably cooler, however excitement fills our camp as we take final preparations for the summit day ahead. –Walking distance: 3-5hrs, 4km All meals are included

Day 7: Summit attempts, Barafu camp(4600m) - Uhuru Peak(5895m) - Mweka Camp(3100m)

Today we face our greatest challenge, and meet the most rewarding point. An early wake up call for preparation and light breakfast before starting the summit around 01.00hrs. Spectacular views coupled with the sunrise will warm the soul and strengthen the spirit as the iconic Uhuru peak is now on sight. After the elation of a well earned summit, we descend back to Barafu camp for a nice break and celebration before continuing to Mweka camp –Walking Distance: 12-14hrs, 21km All meals are included

Descend from Mweka camp to the park gate where you are transferred back to your hotel for a well deserved shower. –Walking Distance: 3-4hrs, and drive back to Moshi or Arusha.

Meet and greet on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha town
Accommodation before and after the climb (including breakfast; sharing a twin room);
Professional mountain crew. All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and "Wilderness First Aid" certificates, along with over 10 years of experience in climbing. Each participant will be provided with porters (who can carry up to 15 kg of personal baggage);
Kilimanjaro National Park permits/ Entry Fees;
All climbing
Full board accommodation in tent
Enough drinking water
Camping gears (tents, mattresses, chairs, tables etc.
Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees;
3 square meals daily. The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian options are available upon request;
Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery);
Meeting the group at the National Park exit and transfer to the hotel;
Accommodation before the climbing
Camping equipment tents, camp chairs & sleeping mat
Climbing permit
Certificate for your successful summit attempt
Basic first aid kit (for use in emergencies only)
Government climbing taxes

Personal Climbing Equipment/ gears
Personal Climbing Equipment/ gears
International Airline tickets, and travel insurance
Tanzania-Visa for most Nationalities (US$50) and US$ 100 for USA passport holders
Tips for guides, porters and cook
Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the ascent);
Meals & drinks not specified and snacks