Eight Days Lemosho Route:

8 days—Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing - Lemosho Route

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Safari summary

The Lemosho Route starts off on the western flank of Mount Kilimanjaro, offering spectacular views of Mount Meru and the plains of Kenya’s Amboseli National Park. Your first day takes you through a dense rainforest, that gradually thins out with each upward step and by day two you can already see the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, glistening in the distance. On the third day, the route joins the Machame Route and a long, but rewarding, road lies ahead until you reach the summit. The extra day on this 8 day trek gives you the opportunity to better acclimatize, thus increasing your chances of reaching the top. Overnights on the 8-day Lemosho Route will be spent in the tents.

About this tour

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

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arusha - Lemosho Gate (2385 m):

Kilimanjaro

Pickup from hotel in Arusha at 08:30AM, you will make your way to the Lemosho Gate. Here you will be registered by the national park authorities and your trek through a dense rainforest begins. Today will be a shortest walk of the entire trek, about 2½ hours, which gives you a small taste of what lies ahead in the coming days. The walk takes you through dense and unspoiled rainforest, which is very different from the scenery. Your destination for the day is the beautiful Big Tree Camp at 2780m.

Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp (2780 m) on F/Board:

Mkubwa Camp (2780 m):

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast you will follow a thin trail through the rainforest before leaving the green area behind heading into moorland. Erica and Lobelia plants will start to take over the landscape. After about 3-4 hours you will reach Shira Camp 1 where you will have your evening meal and overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight at Shira 1 Camp on Full Board basis:

Shira Camp 1 (3500 m):

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast you continue your trek, which today will be less tiring than the day before. You will cross Shira Ridge which will allow for great views of the Rift Valley and Mt Meru. The ever-changing landscape will again surprise you with a different terrain, you will walk on ground where lava once flowed. You will also pass the big Senecien that can grow to more or less 9 meters in height. Shira Camp 2 will be your destination for the night at (3900m), 400m more than the night before.

Overnight Shira 2 Camp on Full Board basis.

Shira Camp 2 (3900 m):

Kilimanjaro

Start your walk up to Lava Tower with a long ascent above the Shira Plateau. You'll climb quite a bit in altitude, roughly 740 m. You'll have a rest here before descending again. This's a so-called acclimatizing day, where you'll climb high but sleep low, giving you a good idea of how your body reacts to altitude. After a long 6-7 hrs. you'll reach your beautiful camp for the night at Barranco Camp. The crew will be there waiting with a well deserve evening meal before settling in for the night.

Overnight at Barranco Camp (3960 m) on Full Board:

Barranco Camp (3960 m):

Kilimanjaro

Straight after breakfast you will make your way up the famous Barranco Wall. This is most probably the steepest part of the entire route. Safety is very important to us so please follow the guideline of your guides who will get you to the top safely. You might have to use yours hands every now and then to get a better grip but rest assured there are no alpine climbing passages. Once at the top you will walk along the mountain ridge and if the weather allows you'll have a great view of Kibo Peak.

Overnight at Karanga Camp on Full Board basis.

Karanga Camp (4035 m):

Kilimanjaro

Barafu Camp is your destination for today at (15,220 ft.) 4640 m. You will start after breakfast and should reach it in about 3 to 4 hours. The scenery for today will be mostly afro-alpine dessert. Once at the camp you will have a filling early dinner before settling in for a good rest in preparation for tomorrow exciting climb. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight at Barafu Camp (4640 m) on Full Board.

Uhuru Peak (5895m) - Barafu - Mweka

Kilimanjaro

Your day will begin at 00:00. After hot tea and biscuits, you'll start your 5-7 hours walk to Stella Point, the crater rim of Kilimanjaro. Continue for another 1-2 hrs. to reach the highlight of the trip the Uhuru Peak (5895m). This is truly a once in a lifetime experience as you stand at the top of Africa watching the sunrise light up the surrounding summits and landscape. You'll make your way down to Barafu Camp for a 1-2 hours rest. Continue down to Mweka gate (3080 m), an approx. 3 hrs walk.

Overnight at Mweka Camp on Full Board basis.

Mweka Gate (1630 m) – Arusha:

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, before starting your final stretch, you will enjoy a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain guides. A 2 – 3 hours walk will take you through the rainforest back the Mweka Gate. Our driver will be there waiting for you and take you back to Tulia Boutique Hotel and Spa. The rest of the day is yours to freshen up, relax, and take in all the excitement of the last couple of days. Breakfast basis.

Tulia Boutique Hotel and Spa on Bed and Breakfast.

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