Lemosho Route

Kilimanjaro

Day 2: High-Altitude Drop off Destination and Trekking to Shira 2 Camp A guide and a mountain support crew will arrive at the hotel in the morning in order to meet you and hold another briefing, after which you will travel by vehicle (roughly 3–4 hours) to Kilimanjaro National Park's western entrance: Londorossi Gate (2,200 m). After the quick formality of acquiring climbing permits and registering with the search and rescue service, the group continues upwards towards their drop off point by off-road vehicles (reaching 3,500 meters). Here you can see stunning views of the Shira Plateau for the first time. The route from your drop off point to your first high-altitude camp Shira 2 features a moderate gain in altitude and is not too physically challenging. Due to this, you will be able to properly begin the process of acclimatization. By the time you reach the camp, our professional mountain crew will prepare everything necessary, put tents and cook dinner for you. This will be your first day at this altitude, so it is strongly recommended you heed the following instructions from this point on: Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine Drink over 4 liters of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently) Take a Diamox pill to help alleviate symptoms of altitude sickness. Most mountain climbers take Diamox in the morning, before they start their ascent, in order to reduce discomfort associated with altitude sickness. We recommend you consult your doctor prior to the trip in case of potential allergies. At night you may experience discomfort associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Taking altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a headache. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness. Change in Elevation: Lemosho Glades (3,500 m) — Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m) Hiking distance: 11 km Hiking time: 5–6 hours   Accommodation:         Shira 2 Camp Meal Plan:                   Full Board  

Kilimanjaro

Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp Early wakeup, breakfast and the start of summiting Barranco Wall (we recommend you leave the camp as early as possible to avoid crowds of the other groups). Hiking up the gorge wall is not difficult and only takes around an hour. After the climb you can have a rest and take photos in front of the Kibo volcano. Then you start a more difficult hike to Karanga Camp, which features numerous ascents and descents during the route, but don't worry: our guides are experts at choosing an optimal pace for the group. After reaching the camp you will be offered warm lunch. After a couple of hours you will have to complete an acclimatization hike in the direction of Barafu Camp with a 300-meter gain in altitude, and then descent back down to the camp. Note: The acclimatization hike is an easy trek with a slight gain in altitude done in order to speed up the acclimatization process. You should take the acclimatization hikes very seriously. They help increase your chances of successfully summiting Kilimanjaro and save you from the consequences of altitude sickness. Trekking from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp: Change in Elevation: Barranco Camp (3,960 m) — Karanga Camp (4,035 m) Hiking distance: 5 km Hiking time: 4–5 hours   Acclimatization hike: Change in Elevation: Karanga Camp (4,035 m) — Destination point en route to Barafu Camp (4,270 m) Hiking distance: 2.5 km Hiking time: 1–2 hours   Accommodation:        Karanga Camp Meal Plan:                 Full Board  

Kilimanjaro

Day 6:  Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Millennium Camp Departure from Barafu Camp (4,640 m) at night and the start of summiting Kilimanjaro: Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Technically the climb is relatively simple; however, the most challenging part is the high altitude. Each pair of climbers will get a personal guide for the entire ascent to monitor your physical and mental conditions. After your successful ascent to Uhuru Peak, you can descend to the nearest glacier if desired. Then you will return to Barafu Camp and after a 2-hour rest continue your descent to Millennium Camp (3,820 m). Note: Don't forget that 90% of all accidents occur during the descent, including all broken arms and legs. Please pay attention to your feet, as there is a high risk of damaging your toenails. Change in Elevation: Barafu Camp (4,640 m) — Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) — Millennium Camp (3,820 m) Hiking distance: 15 km Hiking time:  8-12hours   Accommodation:        Millennium Camp Meal plan: Full Board  

Arusha | Kilimanjaro

Day 8:  Arusha/Moshi Town – JRO Airport After breakfast at your hotel today we shall have a short walk around Moshi town then transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport to connect with your flight back home. Or connect with local flight to Zanzibar.   Note: while most hotels have a 10:00 AM check-out policy, they also offer late check-out for those with evening or night flights. The fees are moderate.                                                            End Of Safari                                 Rate Per Person Sharing                       Sole Traveler      2pax           3Pax          4pax            5pax          6pax                          $3,250                    2,650          $2,550           $2,394           $2,338          $2,283              Inclusive All internal transfers All meals during the trekking (breakfast, lunch and dinner) Drinking water Accommodations on mountain (tents) 2 nights in town on arrival and departure day (Bed & Breakfast) Knowledgeable guides, assistance guide, cook, porters and rescue Entrance fee to the national park Camping fees Rescue fees Valued Added Tax (VAT) 18%   Exclusive International flights Visa for Tanzania Travel insurance Beverages Personal things like sleeping bags, rucksack, footwear, other clothing etc. Tips to your guides/cook/porters and personal expenses such as laundry and communication