8 Days | 7 Nights
LEMOSHO ROUTE
Tanzania Kilimanjaro Trekking
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Overview
The Lemosho Route is a scenic and less crowded option for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, spanning 8 days. It offers stunning vistas of diverse landscapes, including lush rainforests, sweeping savannas, and alpine deserts. Trekkers gradually ascend, allowing for better acclimatization and higher success rates in reaching the summit at Uhuru Peak.
With its longer duration, the Lemosho Route provides ample time for adjustment to altitude and enjoyment of the natural beauty along the way. Experienced guides lead the journey, ensuring safety and support for an unforgettable Kilimanjaro experience.
Starting Point:
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Ending Point:
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Accommodation Level:
Camps & Huts
Number of Days
8 Days Trekking
Tanzania
kilimanjaro Lemosho route Trekking
Londorosi Gate, Mti Mkubwa Camp, Shira 1 Camp, Shira 2 Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp.
Arrival
OVERNIGHT:
Arusha or Moshi
MEALS:
Dinner
KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
From Kilimanjaro International airport (JRO) we will arrange a private transfer to your hotel. That night or early the next morning you will meet your local Off We Go Tours representative and have a full pre-climb briefing.
Day 1
OVERNIGHT:
Mti mkubwa Camp
MEALS:
Lunch & Dinner
ARUSHA- LENDOROSI GATE- MTI MKUBWA CAMP
After breakfast and briefing, drive to Londorossi Park Gate (3-hour drive). From here 4WD vehicle leads will pick you to Lemosho Glades. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite.
- Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 2650m/8700ft
- Distance: 6km/4miles
- Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
- Habitat: Montane Forest
Day 2
OVERNIGHT:
Shira 1 Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
MTI MKUBWA CAMP - SHIRA 1 CAMP
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 then gently downwards to Shira 1 camp located by a stream on the Shira Plateau.
- Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3500m/11,500ft
- Distance: 8km/5miles
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
Day 3
OVERNIGHT:
Barranco Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
SHIRA 1 CAMP - SHIRA 2 CAMP
After breakfast, a gentle hike across the plateau leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. A variety of hikes are available on the Plateau, making this an excellent acclimatization day.
- Elevation: 3500m/11,500ft to 3850m/12,600ft
- Distance: 8km/5miles
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
Day 4
OVERNIGHT:
Barranco Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
SHIRA 2 CAMP - BARRANCO CAMP
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” (elevation 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, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
- Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft
- Distance: 8km/5miles
- Walking Time: 5-6 hours
- Habitat: Semi-desert
Day 5
OVERNIGHT:
Barafu Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
BARRANCO CAMP - KARANGA CAMP
After breakfast, we will leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and to the junction, which connects the Mweka Trail.
- Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft
- Distance: 5km/3miles
- Hiking Time: 34 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 6
MEALS:
Barafu Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
HIKE KARANGA CAMP - BARAFU CAMP
We continue up to the Barafu Camp. South Circuit will be completed, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day.
- Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft
- Distance: 4km/2miles
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 7
OVERNIGHT:
Mweka Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
BARAFU CAMP -SUMMIT- DOWN TO MWEKA CAMP
Very early in the morning, we will 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 challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will have a short rest and rewarded most magnificent sunrise ever seen. From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit (Uhuru Peak) highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro.
From the summit we begin to descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.
- Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft
- Down to 3090m/10,150ft
- Distance: 5km/3miles up / 13km/8mi down
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
- Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
Day 8
MEALS:
Breakfast
MWEKA CAMP - MWEKA GATE -DRIVE TO MOSHI
After breakfast we continue to 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 pick you at Mweka Gate to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha/Moshi (about 30 minutes).
- Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
- Distance: 10km/6mi
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Forest
Includes & Excludes
Trekking Includes
- Camping Equipment
- Porterage
- Rescue Fee
- Climbing Gear
- Sleeping Bag
- The Item Exclude
Safari Excludes
- Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure
- All items of a personal nature
- Gratuities or tip for safari guide and lodge staff (please tip
separately) - Travel insurance if needed
- Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival)
- Drinks and beverages in lodges
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari at Serengeti (589 USD per person),
including concession fees - Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Accommodation at Arusha on arrival
Let Every Moment Enthrall You
as You Traverse Vast Savannahs, Teeming with Wildlife, and Revel in the Majesty of Iconic Landmarks
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