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Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
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. But as Tanzania’s tourism industry flourished, the Kilimanjaro park authority created more trails to African’s highest peak.
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.
What's included
Emergency first-aid kit
Friendly and professional mountain guides
Lunch
Dinner
Private transfer from Kilimanjaro gate to your Hotel in Moshi
Breakfast
Private pick up and drop off to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
3 meals daily while on the mountain
Supportive crew of cook and porters
4 Season Mountain tents
Hot water for washing
Private transfer from your Hotel Moshi town to Kilimanjaro gate
Pre-Climb Briefing and Orientation
Mountain climbing certificates
Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA)
All National Park fees: (Park entry fees, camping fees, team rescue fees
West Kilimanjaro Forest fees, and 18% VAT—for both trekkers and the supportive crew)
Travel Insurance to cover any accident, medical issues and any other unexpected incidents
Personal trekking gear (clothing, boots sleeping bag and other essentials)
Portable flush toilet with tent (Optional & available up on request)
Personal items and toiletries
Tips and gratuities for your climbing crew (guides, porters, and chef) will be highly appreciated
What to expect
Day 1: Moshi Town - Forest camp
Mount Kilimanjaro
8h · Admission ticket included
Today`s journey will take travelers from Moshi at 0800 and drive to the Londross Gate to obtain permits and clearance After registration and clearance, Treking start to Forest Camp where you will have dinner and overnight (3-4 hours of trekking).
Day 2: Big Tree Camp (2780m) to Shira 2 Camp (3900m)
Mount Kilimanjaro
11h · Admission ticket included
Today you will cover a lot of ground as you trek across a plateau of grassy moorland and heather scattered with volcanic rock formations. We will trek through Shira 1 Camp from where there are often views of Kibo Peak floating on the clouds as we head towards our destination which is Shira 2. We gain a reasonable amount of altitude as we head towards Shira 1 and parts of the route are fairly steep. As you proceed towards Shira 2 you will get the chance to view the Northern Ice fields from the western side of the mountain with some unusual views of Kibo. Our steady climb across the moorland of the Shira Plateau will help with acclimatization and we enjoy great panoramic views.
Day 3: Shira 2 Camp (3900m) to Barranco Camp (3960m)
Kilimanjaro National Park
7m
Your trek starts with an ascent with far-reaching panoramic views, walking in to the climatic zone of the upland desert and on the lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the Western Breach. You will reach the distinct pinnacle of the Lava Tower (4640 m), our high point for the day and a great place to enjoy your lunch. In the afternoon we make a steep descent to our camp for the night, located in the base of the Great Barranco Valley (3960 m), sheltered by towering cliffs but with extensive views of the plains below.
Day 4: Barranco Camp (3960m) to Karanga Camp (3963m)
Mount Kilimanjaro
5h · Admission ticket included
Our day starts by descending into the start of the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. We then exit steeply, up the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It’s a climb over rock, not technical but long and tiring. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley. From here we have a steep climb up from Karanga valley to our night’s camp at Karanga camp, set at 3963m. For those feeling strong we will go for a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek up to around 4200m before descending back to camp for the night.
Day 5: Karanga Camp (3963) to Barafu Camp (4640m)
Mount Kilimanjaro
3m · Admission ticket included
After a good night’s rest and breakfast, we set off on our walk to Barafu camp at 4640m. The climb will take us across desolate scree slopes with no vegetation around us at all. It’s a tough steep walk made more difficult by the altitude. On arriving at camp we eat and spend the afternoon resting as we prepare for a long night and day ahead. It is important to keep hydrated and warm. We have an early dinner and then try to get some sleep as we will be getting up at between 11pm and 12pm to start the climb to the summit.
Day 6: Barafu Camp (4640m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) & down to Mweka Camp (3100m)
Mount Kilimanjaro
13m · Admission ticket included
We start off at around midnight, and walk steeply upwards to the summit glaciers. We will be climbing scree for 4 to 5 hours but gain incredible height over a short distance. The views are spectacular. We should be on the crater rim at Stella Point (5739m) as the first rays of the sun hit us. Spectacular ice cliffs within the crater surround us and the views to jagged Mawenzi peak and beyond are breathtaking. Another hour’s walking takes us to the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m). We begin our descent by returning to Stella Point and then descending on scree slope and track back to Barafu Camp for breakfast, before finally heading down to Mweka Camp for a long well-earned rest.
Day 7: Trek Mweka Camp (3100m) to Mweka Gate (1630m) - Moshi
Mount Kilimanjaro
8h · Admission ticket included
A gentle trek takes us down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where we complete park formalities and receive certificates, which you can hang up with pride! We are then met by our vehicles and return to the hotel in Moshi, where you can treat yourself to a welcome shower then celebrate with cold drinks. Overnight at your arranged Hotel.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Our driver will meet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport for pick up and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town.
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
