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
8 DAYS LEMOSHO ROUTE
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Start From
$2,335
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Duration
8 Days
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Group Size
No size Limit
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Tour Type
Hiking
Tour Overview
The Lemosho route stands out as one of the premier options for acclimatization. It is less frequented and offers a scenic ascent to the Shira Plateau.
This route is among the select few where groups may be escorted by an armed ranger on the initial day, owing to the presence of buffalo, elephant, and other wildlife in the forests surrounding the Lemosho Glades.
The 8-day Lemosho trek boasts one of the highest success rates. The additional days allow your body ample time to acclimatize, mitigating the effects of altitude sickness and providing extra rest before the summit push.
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 drive to Londorossi Park Gate, which takes about a 3-hour drive. From here, a forest track accessible only by 4WD vehicle leads to Lemosho Glades. We embark on a hike 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
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Day 3
Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
Following breakfast, we continue our journey as the trail gradually steepens, entering the giant heather moorland zone. After crossing several streams, we advance over the Shira Ridge and then descend gently to Shira 1 camp, situated by a stream on the Shira Plateau.
- Elevation: From 2650m/8700ft to 3500m/11,500ft
- Distance: 8km/5mi
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
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Day 4
Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
After breakfast, a leisurely hike across the plateau leads us to Shira 2 camp, nestled on moorland meadows by a stream. The plateau offers a variety of hiking options, making it an ideal acclimatization day.
- Elevation: From 3500m/11,500ft to 3850m/12,600ft
- Distance: 8km/5mi
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
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Day 5
Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp
We depart from the Shira Plateau, heading east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. Continuing our journey, we change direction to the southeast towards the Lava Tower, known as the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft). Afterward, we descend to Barranco Camp. Although the day ends at a similar elevation as it began, it plays a crucial role in acclimatization to prepare 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
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Day 6
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Following breakfast, we ascend the Barranco Wall, a steep ridge, 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
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Day 7
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Continuing our ascent, we reach the Barafu Camp, marking the completion of the South Circuit and offering panoramic views of the summit.
- 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
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Day 8
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
In the early morning hours, we begin our climb to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. The trek to Stella Point, followed by Uhuru Peak, offers breathtaking vistas. After reaching the summit, we descend to Mweka Camp for our final night on the mountain.
- Elevation: From 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft (summit) to 3090m/10,150ft
- Distance: 5km/3mi up / 13km/8mi down
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
- Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
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Day 9
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel
After breakfast, we descend to the Mweka Park Gate to receive summit certificates. From there, we transfer to a hotel in Arusha.
- Elevation: From 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
- Distance: 10km/6mi
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Forest
- Meals: Breakfast
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Day 10
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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