8 days tour

Kilimanjaro Climbing 8 Days / 7 Nights – Lemosho Route

$ 2,688 .00 USD

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Kilimanjaro Climbing 8 Days / 7 Nights – Lemosho Route

This tour includes:

Transport

Transfer to the hotel in Arusha or Moshi Transport from/to park gate & airport transferCamping/hut fees Oxygen systems and pulse oximeters First aid kit Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery) Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees International certificates for a successful ascent

Meals

Breakfasts, lunches, dinners

Accommodation

During the climb you will share a tent with 1-2 other climbers, depending on the number of participants. If you need an individual tent, please contact us

Guide

Professional mountain crew. All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and "Wilderness First Aid" certificates, along with over years of experience in climbing. Each participant will be provided with a porter (who can carry up to 15 kg of personal laggage)

Others

Camping/hut fees Oxygen systems and pulse oximeters First aid kit Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery) Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees International certificates for a successful ascent

Not included:

Flights

Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price. You can organize your flights separately at any point.

Others

Airline tickets Visa fee Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the ascent) Personal gear rentals Tips for the mountain crew (200–250 USD per person)

Insurance

Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. We recommend World Nomads, a company recommended by LonelyPlanet. You can check out the details here.

Optional

Please see the itinerary for information on optional activities, descriptions and estimated pricingTravel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. We recommend World Nomads, a company recommended by LonelyPlanet. You can check out the details here.

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Itinerary of your trip Kilimanjaro Climbing 8 Days / 7 Nights – Lemosho Route

  • Day 1 Day 1: Londorossi Gate To Forest Camp
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Londorossi Gate To Forest Camp

      Elevation (ft): 7,800ft to 9,500ft

      We depart Moshi / Arusha for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trail head (another hour to reach the trail head). Upon arrival at trail head, we eat lunch, then commence through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Forest Camp To Shira Camp 1
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Forest Camp To Shira Camp 1

      Elevation (ft): 9,500ft to 11,500ft

      We continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is amazing.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Shira Camp 1 To Shira 2 To Moir Hut
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Shira Camp 1 To Shira 2 To Moir Hut

      Elevation (ft): 11,500ft to 13,800 ft

      We explore the Shira plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibo’s glaciered peak, across the plateau which leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. Then we continue to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira is one of the highest plateaus on earth.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Moir Hut To Lava Tower To Barranco Camp
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Moir Hut To Lava Tower To Barranco Camp

      Elevation (ft): 13,800ft to 13,000ft

      From the Shira Plateau, we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth.” Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft. We now continue down to the Barranco Hut at an altitude of 13,000ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Barranco Camp To Karanga Camp

      Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 13,100ft

      After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. This is a short day meant for acclimatization.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp

      Elevation (ft): 13,100ft to 15,300ft

      After breakfast, we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, 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. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Barafu Camp To Summit To Mweka Hut
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Barafu Camp To Summit To Mweka Hut

      Elevation (ft): 15,300ft to 19,345ft (and down to 10,000ft)

      Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), 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 (18,600 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all they way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit.

      From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You will want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Mweka Camp To Moshi / Arusha
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Mweka Camp To Moshi / Arusha

      Elevation (ft): 10,000ft to 5,400ft

      After breakfast, we continue the descent 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). A vehicle will meet you at Mweka gate to drive you back to hotel in Moshi / Arusha.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if you’re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 2 / Max: 65

Age range allowed for this experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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