Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro

7- Days Lemosho route Kilimanjaro climbing

$1850-1900 USD

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Safari summary

Lemosho Route is one of the most well-liked and picturesque paths for ascending Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain. It is renowned for having excellent success rates, a wide variety of fauna, and stunning scenery. It usually takes 7 days to finish the route, giving climbers enough time to thoroughly acclimatise and improve their chances of reaching the summit. Beginning on Mount Kilimanjaro's western flank, the Lemosho Route heads south towards the summit. It provides breathtaking views of the mountain's glaciers, Barranco Wall, and Shira Plateau. In comparison to other routes such as Marangu or Machame, the path is thought to be longer and more gradual, increasing the likelihood of successful summit attempts.
The seven day Lemosho route variation is preferred over the six day option because it breaks up day two into two days, 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 seven day route will help climbers deal with the exhausting itinerary better than those who opted for the six day route.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, March, June, July, August, September, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Internal flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

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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. The path follows through the forest on a clear route with moderate inclines where you might see Monkeys.

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Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp 1

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From the Mti Mkubwa Camp 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.

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Shira Camp 1 to Shira 2

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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.

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Shira 2-Lava Tower - Barranco Camp

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From the Shira Plateau, we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s 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 Barranco Hut at an altitude of 13,000ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight.

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Barranco Camp- Karanga-Barafu Camp

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After breakfast, we leave Barranco 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.

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Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut

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The trek begins very early in the morning, ascending through heavy scree to Stella Point, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and Africa. At Stella Point (18,600 ft), you will stop for a short rest where the summit offers a magnificent sunrise, and the descent leads to the Mweka Hut camp site, where lunch is served at Barafu. The camp is situated in the upper forest, and mist or rain may occur in the late afternoon. The final dinner and sleep are enjoyed in the evening.

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Mweka Camp to Moshi

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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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