Kilimanjaro Hike Lemosho Route

7 days—Kilimanjaro Lemosho route hiking tour is the best and most beautiful route for acclimatization, less used and beautiful way up to Summit.

$1606-1800 USD

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Safari summary

This 7-Day Kilimanjaro hiking via Lemosho Route Tour is the best and most beautiful route for acclimatization. The route is less used and beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau. The minimum duration for the Kilimanjaro Lemosho route tour is 6 days, however we strongly recommend hiking the route in 7 days. The additional 7th 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.

This 7-Day Kilimanjaro Lemosho route tour variation is preferred over the 6 days option because it breaks up day 2 into two days, for 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 7-day route will help hikers deal with the exhausting itinerary better than those who opted for the six day route.

The best time for the 7-day kilimanjaro Lemosho Route tour is during the dry seasons, typically from late June to October and from December to February.

Essential Needs for the 7 days Kilimanjaro via Lemosho Route Tour.
There are different Essentials needs on your 7 days Kilimanjaro hiking via lemosho route, includes appropriate clothing, sturdy boots, a sleeping bag, and a backpack.

The Seven Days Kilimanjaro Hiking Lemosho Route Tour Itinerary.
Day 1: Londorosi Gate to Forest camp
Day 2: Forest camp to Shira 1 Camp
Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut
Day 4: Moir Hut to Lava Tower and then down to Barranco Camp
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit (5,895 meters) then descend to Mweka Camp
Day 7: Descend from mweka camp to Mweka Gate back to moshi.

The cost for this 7 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour via the Lemosho Route varies from $$1,606 to $1,800 per Adult depending on a Group size, accommodation before or after climb and the service standards.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, June, July, August, September, October, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Internal flights
International flights
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Day 1:Lemosho Gate to Forest Camp

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On day 1, After hearty breakfast we depart Moshi for Lemosho Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead (another hour to reach the trailhead). Upon arrival at trailhead, we eat lunch, then commence through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.

Forest Camp

Day 2: Forest Camp to shira 1 camp

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On day 2, We continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is amazing.

Shira 1 Camp

Day 3: Shira 1 to Moir Hut

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On day 3, We explore the Shira plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibo’s glaciered peak, across the plateau which leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. Then we continue to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira is one of the highest plateaus on earth.

Moir Hut

Day 4: Moir Hut, Lava tower, baranc

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As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Sharks Tooth.” Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft. We now continue down to the Baranco at an altitude of 13,000ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.

Barranco camp

Day 5: Barranco to karanga to Baraf

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On day 5 After breakfast, we leave Baranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. Then, we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.

Barafu Camp

Day 6: Barafu to summit to mweka

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Very early in the morning 2am, we continue our way to the summit btn the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. At Stella Point you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit. We begin our descent to Mweka Camp, stop at Barafu for lunch. We arrive at Mweka Camp for an overnight.

Mweka Camp

Day 7: Mweka camp to mweka gate

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After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). From the gate, you continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to hotel in Moshi.

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