Aritive any time at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). We will arrange a private transifer from Kilimanjaro Internatinal Airport (JRO) to Moshi, we will gather in the hotel for a pre-climb breafing and an equipment check. We will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance. The Kilimanjaro trekking bigins and ends at Moshi.
- Moshi Kilimanjaro Tanzania
- info@summittrekkingandsafaris.com
- +255 757 217 255
Tanzania
7 DAYS LEMOSHO ROUTE
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Start From
$1,950
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Duration
7 Days
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Group Size
No size Limit
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Tour Type
Hiking
Tour Overview
Lemosho route is one of the best routes for acclimatization. The route is less used and a beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau.
The route is one of the few where groups may be accompanied on the first day by an armed ranger, as the forests around the Lemosho Glades are inhabited by buffalo, elephant and other wildlife.
The minimum duration for the Lemosho route is 6 days, however we strongly recommend hiking the route in 7 days. The additional 7th day will give your body more time to acclimatize, reducing the effects of altitude sickness and give you more time to rest before attempting the summit.
Tour Include & Excluded
- Private Transportation to and from your selected Route
- Airport pick up
- Quality, Waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tent for camp route
- Certified, experienced, English speaking mountain guides (Please request for other language Speaking Guides French/Spanish/German & Etc, supplement $25 per day subject to availability).
- All Kilimanjaro National Park Fees
- Government Climbing Taxes
- All hot Meals prepared by our cook while on Mountain
- Guides, Porters and Cook Salaries
- Enough porters to carry your luggage
- Personal Summit Certificate signed by the National Park and your Guide
- Personal items and toiletries
- Accommodation before & After trek
- Hotel (available as an optional addon)
- Transfers (available as an optional addon)
- Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)
- Tips for guides, porters and cook
- International airfares and departure taxes
- All items of person nature such as telephone call, fax, email etc
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- Visa and International flight tickets fees.
Tour Itinerary
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Day 1
ARRIVE IN TANZANIA KILIMANJARO MOSHI
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Day 2
Hotel to Mti Mkubwa Camp
After breakfast and a briefing, we embark on a drive to Londorossi Park Gate, approximately a 3-hour journey. From there, a forest track accessible only by a 4WD vehicle leads us to Lemosho Glades. We begin our trek along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite.
- Elevation: From 1830m/6000ft to 2650m/8700ft
- Distance: 6km/4mi
- Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
- Habitat: Montane Forest
- Meals: Lunch and Dinner included.
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Day 3
Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Following breakfast, we continue our journey as the trail gradually steepens, transitioning into the giant heather moorland zone. Crossing several streams, we proceed over the Shira Ridge, passing Shira 1 camp en route to Shira 2 camp nestled amidst moorland meadows by a stream.
- Elevation: From 2650m/8700ft to 3850m/12,600ft
- Distance: 16km/10mi
- Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
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Day 4
Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp
From the Shira Plateau, our journey continues eastward up a ridge, passing the junction toward Kibo's peak. Progressing southeast, we approach the Lava Tower, nicknamed the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft). Descending after the tower, we reach Barranco Camp. Despite ending the day at a similar elevation as we began, this day aids acclimatization, crucial for summit day.
- Elevation: From 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft
- Distance: 8km/5mi
- Walking Time: 5-6 hours
- Habitat: Semi-desert
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
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Day 5
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
After breakfast, we depart Barranco, ascending the steep Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction connecting with the Mweka Trail.
- Elevation: From 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft
- Distance: 5km/3mi
- Climbing Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
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Day 6
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Our ascent continues to Barafu Camp, marking the completion of the South Circuit, offering diverse views of the summit. Here, we make camp, rest, dine, and prepare for summit day.
- Elevation: From 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft
- Distance: 4km/2mi
- Climbing Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
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Day 7
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
Commencing very early (midnight to 2 am), we proceed toward the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. Heading northwest, we ascend through scree toward Stella Point on the crater rim. This marks the most mentally and physically demanding segment of the trek. At Stella Point, a brief rest precedes the awe-inspiring sunrise view. From there, snow may be encountered on the ascent to Uhuru Peak, Africa's highest point. Following the summit, we descend to Mweka Camp via Barafu, arriving in the late afternoon.
- Elevation: From 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft, descending to 3090m/10,150ft
- Distance: 5km/3mi ascent, 13km/8mi descent
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours ascent, 5-6 hours descent
- Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
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Day 8
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel
After breakfast, we descend to Mweka Park Gate to receive summit certificates. Lower down, expect wet and muddy terrain. Gaiters and trekking poles may be beneficial. Awaiting us at Mweka gate, the Summit Trekking And Safaris vehicle transfers us back to the hotel in Moshi (approximately 60 minutes).
- Elevation: From 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
- Distance: 10km/6mi
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Forest
- Meals: Breakfast included.
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Day 9
Depart Tanzania
This day left for your next destination. If you have safari, then might be used to beginning your safari or fly to Zanzibar or fly back home. Our vehicle will be ready to take you to the airport at your time.
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