Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho

7 Days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Climbing Route

$1950-2200 USD

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Safari summary

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro with our 7-day Lemosho Route climb, designed for optimal acclimatization and breathtaking scenery. This less-traveled, remote route takes you through stunning landscapes, including the serene Shira Plateau, offering a tranquil and immersive climbing experience.
The Lemosho Route is unique not only for its beauty but also for the opportunity to be accompanied by an armed ranger on the first day, as the forests surrounding the Lemosho Glades are home to wildlife such as buffalo and elephants.
While the minimum duration for this route is 6 days, we highly recommend the 7-day itinerary. The extra day allows your body to acclimatize more effectively, reducing the risk of altitude sickness and giving you ample time to rest before your summit attempt. With the guidance of our expert team, you’ll conquer Kilimanjaro in comfort and safety, making this adventure the experience of a lifetime.
Let us take you on a journey to the Roof of Africa with Moonlight Tours Expedition.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Photography safari—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

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

Itinerary

Hike to Mti Mkubwa Camp

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After breakfast and briefing, drive to Londorossi Park Gate (about a 3-hour drive). From here a forest track requiring a 4WD vehicle leads to Lemosho Glades. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite.

Mti Mkubwa Camp

Shira 2 Camp

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Shira 2 Camp

Barranco Camp

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After breakfast, we continue as the trail gradually steepens and enters the giant heather moorland zone. After several streams are crossed we continue over the Shira Ridge past the Shira 1 camp and on to the Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream“Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes to the Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp. Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began.

Barranco Camp

Karanga Camp

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After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail.

Karanga Camp

Barafu Camp

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We continue up to the Barafu Camp. 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.

Barafu Camp

Hike Barafu Camp to Summit

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Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers.You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. 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.

Mweka Camp

Hike Mweka Camp to Mweka

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast we continue descending 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). Moonlight Tours Expedition vehicle will be waiting for you at Mweka Gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 30 minutes). End of your 7 day machame route climbing

Camp

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