Climbing Kili Lemosho route

8-days Kilimanjaro Climb via beautiful and scenic route Lemosho route.

$2480-2680 USD

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Safari summary

The Lemosho Route is considered the best camping route for its length, beauty, and scenic landscapes compared to other options. An 8-day trek is the ideal choice on this route, which boasts a 98% summit success rate.

With fewer trekkers, lush rainforests, and stunning mountain views, this route offers a unique and exceptional experience. Hikers will journey through five climatic zones, providing a varied and enriching experience each day.

About this tour

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

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

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

Itinerary

Day1- Drive to Lemosho gate

Kilimanjaro

In the morning, after breakfast with a packed picnic lunch and drinking water, we will drive from Arusha to Lemosho Gate, which takes about 2-3 hours. After completing registration and obtaining the necessary permits, we will begin our hike through the dense rainforest to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite. The trek to Mti Mkubwa will take approximately 3-4 hours. Dinner and an overnight stay will be at Mti Mkubwa Campsite, located at an altitude of 2,650 meters, on a full board basis.

Mti Mkubwa(Big tree) Campsite

Day2-Walk to Shira 1 camp

Kilimanjaro

In the morning, after breakfast and with a packed picnic lunch, we will continue our trek to Shira One Camp. Today’s hike will be longer, offering stunning views of both Shira and Kibo Peaks. We will first walk for about 2 hours through the rainforest before leaving it behind to enter the heather and moorland zone as we make our way to the camp. The total hiking time to Shira One Camp will be approximately 6 hours. Overnight at Shira One Camp, located at an altitude of 3,610 meters.

Shira 1 camp

Day3-Shira 2 camp

Kilimanjaro

In the morning, after breakfast, we will continue our trek to Shira Two Campsite. Today, we will be walking through the heather and moorland zones, which will take approximately 3 hours. Upon arrival at the camp, we will enjoy a hot lunch. After lunch, we will take a one-hour acclimatization walk before returning to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay at an altitude of 3,850 meters.

Shira 2 camp

Day4- Baranco camp

Kilimanjaro

n the morning, after breakfast, we will continue our trek to Baranco Camp. Today, we will walk through the moorland and alpine desert zones, passing Lava Tower Camp at 4,600 meters for acclimatization. We’ll have a picnic lunch at Lava Tower for about 30 minutes before descending to Baranco Camp. The entire walk from Shira Two Camp to Baranco Camp will take approximately 6 hours. You will spend the night at Baranco Camp, located at an altitude of 3,900 meters.

Baranco camp

Day5- Karanga camp

Kilimanjaro

In the morning, after breakfast, we will walk to Karanga Camp. Today, you will ascend the Baranco Wall, which involves some climbing. The climb takes about 1 hour, after which we will continue hiking for another 2-3 hours through the heather and alpine desert zones. We will spend the night at Karanga Camp, located at an altitude of 3,995 meters.

Karanga camp

Day6- Barafu camp

Kilimanjaro

In the morning, after breakfast, we will begin our hike to Karanga Camp. Today, you will ascend the Baranco Wall, which involves some climbing and takes about 1 hour. Following this, we will continue hiking for another 2-3 hours through the heather and alpine desert zones. We will spend the night at Karanga Camp, situated at an altitude of 3,995 meters.

Barafu camp

Day7-Summit Day

Kilimanjaro

At midnight, after tea and cookies, we will start our ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Kilimanjaro at 5,895 meters. The trek will take about 6-7 hours, and we’ll spend around 20 minutes taking photos and celebrating at the summit. We will then descend to Mweka Camp via Barafu Camp, which will take about 3 hours. After relaxing for an hour and enjoying breakfast at Barafu Camp, we will continue down to Mweka Hut Camp, taking approximately 3 hours. Overnight at Mweka camp 3100m

Mweka camp

Day8-Mweka gate

Kilimanjaro

In the morning, after breakfast, we will descend to Mweka Park Gate, which will take approximately 3-4 hours. Upon arrival, we will meet our vehicle for a 2-hour transfer to Arusha City. You will enjoy an overnight stay at Arusha Planet Lodge.

Arusha Planet Lodge

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