Lemosho Route 8 Days

Overview

The Lemosho Route is renowned for its stunning scenery, diverse landscapes, and high success rate due to excellent acclimatization opportunities. This 8-day trek is ideal for adventurers seeking a more leisurely and immersive experience on Mount Kilimanjaro, offering incredible views of the mountain’s vast wilderness and unique ecosystems.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi. Meet your guides for a pre-trek briefing and gear check. Rest and prepare for your thrilling adventure.
Day 2: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,780 m)

Hiking time: 3–4 hours Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles) Habitat: Rainforest
Start your adventure at Londorossi Gate with a drive to the trailhead. Trek through dense rainforest, spotting wildlife along the way, to reach Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp.
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp (3,500 m)

Hiking time: 5–6 hours Distance: 8 km (5 miles) Habitat: Moorland
Leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone. Cross ridges and enjoy panoramic views as you approach Shira 1 Camp.
Day 4: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp (3,840 m)

Hiking time: 4–5 hours Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles) Habitat: Moorland
Continue across the Shira Plateau, a vast high-altitude desert with dramatic views of Kibo Peak. Arrive at Shira 2 Camp for an acclimatization night.
Day 5: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp (3,900 m)

Hiking time: 6–8 hours Distance: 10 km (6 miles) Habitat: Alpine Desert
Ascend to Lava Tower (4,600 m) for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp. Marvel at the Barranco Wall and Kilimanjaro’s impressive glaciers.
Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (4,035 m)

Hiking time: 4–5 hours Distance: 5 km (3 miles) Habitat: Alpine Desert
Climb the iconic Barranco Wall, a thrilling section of the route. Traverse ridges and valleys to reach Karanga Camp for the night.
Day 7: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,640 m)

Hiking time: 4–5 hours Distance: 4 km (2.5 miles) Habitat: Alpine Desert
Trek steadily uphill to Barafu Camp, your base camp for the summit push. Rest and prepare your gear for the midnight ascent.
Day 8: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) and down to Mweka Camp (3,080 m)

Summit time: 6–8 hours Descent time: 5–7 hours Distance: 17 km (10.5 miles) Habitat: Arctic and Rainforest
Begin your summit attempt at midnight. Ascend through challenging terrain to Stella Point and continue to Uhuru Peak, the roof of Africa. After celebrating, descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing to Mweka Camp.
Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (1,650 m)

Hiking time: 4–5 hours Distance: 10 km (6 miles) Habitat: Rainforest Descend through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you’ll collect your summit certificate. Transfer back to Moshi for a night of well-earned rest at your hotel.
Day 10: Rest and Departure

Spend your final day at a hotel in Moshi. Reflect on your incredible trek, relax, or explore the town for souvenirs. Later, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure, concluding your unforgettable adventure.

Included

All park entrance fees and concession fees
Park entry fees and camping/hut fees
All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Drinking water and hot drinks
Camping equipment, including tents and sleeping mats
Emergency medical kit and oxygen for emergencies
Airport transfers to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport
Transportation to and from the starting point of the trek
Kilimanjaro climbing certificates for successful summiters
Private portable toilets (on select packages)

Excluded

International flights to and from Tanzania
Tanzanian visa fees
Travel insurance (mandatory for Kilimanjaro trekking)
Personal trekking gear (e.g., boots, sleeping bags, clothing)
Tips for guides, porters, and cooks (recommended)
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
Additional accommodation before and after the trek (unless specified)
Costs incurred due to itinerary changes, delays, or early descent
Optional activities or tours beyond the trekking itinerary

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Lemosho Route 8 Days

Overview

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

Day 2: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,780 m)

Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp (3,500 m)

Day 4: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp (3,840 m)

Day 5: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp (3,900 m)

Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (4,035 m)

Day 7: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,640 m)

Day 8: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) and down to Mweka Camp (3,080 m)

Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (1,650 m)

Day 10: Rest and Departure

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