Ten Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Lemosho Route

Ten Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Lemosho Route

(Day time hike optional) Lemosho route 8 days climb – The Lemosho Route is widely considered to be the best route on Mount Kilimanjaro. It has been a bit long ago, there were only two main routes used to climb Kilimanjaro – the Marangu (Coca Cola) route and the Machame (Whiskey) route. Lemosho, a relatively new route, and perfect route due to its beauty, remoteness and success rate. In short, it maximizes the chances that a climber will reach the summit, and enjoy the experience overall.

The first two days of this route take you through the lush rainforest before you emerge into heath and moorland then join the Machame Route on the third day. This narrow trail, which begins on the Western side of Kilimanjaro, has some very steep and undulating sections. Hikers overnight in tents

Our travel service will make your visit to East Africa unforgettable. We also take you to the white sunny and sandy beaches of Zanzibar, where you can cool down after a long trek up a mountain or a safari.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Pass By: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Our friendly transfer driver will meet you at Kilimanjaro airport. After loading the luggage into the vehicle you will make your way to your hotel for the evening. You can relax for the rest of the day or go and explore the small town of Moshi.

Our team will meet you later the day to have a preliminary talk in preparation for the days to follow.


Meals included:
• Dinner
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Keys Hotel

Day 2: Moshi – Londorossi Gate (2250m) – Big Tree Camp (2780m

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
After breakfast, you will make your way to the Londorosi gate which is about a 2-hour drive from our hotel. After finalizing all the registration papers you will continue another 15 km on a bumpy road which will take you to the start of this trek deep in the rain forest. Today will be the shortest walk of the entire trek, about 2½ hours, which gives you a small taste of what lies ahead in the coming days. The walk takes you through a dense and unspoiled rain forest, which is very different from the scenery you will have in the next couple of days. Your destination for the day is the beautiful Big Tree Camp at 2,780m

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

Distance: 6 km

Hiking Time:3-4 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

Full board at Forest camp Know as {Big tree Camp}.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 3: Big Tree Camp (2780m) – Shira Camp 1 (3500m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
After breakfast, you will follow a thin trail through the rainforest before leaving the green area behind heading into moorland. Erica and Lobelia plants will start to take over the landscape. After about 3-4 hours you will reach Shira Camp 1 where you will have your evening meal and overnight stay.

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

Distance: 8 km

Hiking Time 5-6 hours

Habitat: Moorland

Full Board at Shira One Camp
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 4: Shira Camp 1 (3500m) – Shira Camp 2 (3900m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
After breakfast, you continue your trek, which today will be less tiring than the day before. You will cross Shira Ridge which will allow for great views of the Rift Valley and Mt Meru. The ever-changing landscape will again surprise you with different terrain, you will walk on the ground where lava once flowed. You will also pass the big Senecien that can grow to more or less 9 meters in height. Shira Camp 2 will be your destination for the night at (3900m), 400m more than the night before.

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

Distance: 9 km

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Moorland

Full Board at Shira 2 camp
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 5: Shira Camp 2 (3900m) – Lava Tower (4640m) – Barranco Camp (3960m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
After breakfast, you will start your walk up to Lava Tower with a long ascent above the Shira Plateau. You will climb quite a bit in altitude, roughly 740m. You will have a rest here before descending again. This is a so-called acclimatize day, where you will climb high but sleep low, giving you a good idea of how your body reacts to altitude. The landscape will once again change as you pass through the Barranco Valley with its big Senecas and smaller Lobelia plants. After a long 6 – 7 hours you will reach your beautiful camp for the night at the Barranco Camp. The crew will be there waiting with a well deserved evening meal before settling in for the night.

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

Distance: 7 km

Hiking Time: 4-6 hours

Habitat: Semi Desert

Full Board at Shira 2 or Moir Hut camp
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 6: Barranco Camp (3960m) – Karanga Camp (4035m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Straight after breakfast, you will make your way up the famous Barranco Wall. This is most probably the steepest part of the entire route. Safety is very important to us so please follow the guideline of your guides who will get you to the top safely. You might have to use your hands every now and then to get a better grip but rest assured there are no alpine climbing passages. Once at the top you will walk along the mountain ridge and if the weather allows you will have a great view of the southern glacier of Kibo as the Kibo summit. After 3 – 4 hours you will reach Karanga Camp for your overnight.

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

Distance: 5km

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Full Board at Karanga Camp.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 7: Karanga Camp (4035m) – Barafu Camp (4640m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Barafu Camp is your destination for today at (15,220 ft) 4640m. You will start after breakfast and should reach it in about 3 to 4 hours. The scenery for today will be mostly afro-alpine dessert. Once at the camp you will have a filling early dinner before settling in for a good rest in preparation for tomorrow's exciting climb.

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

Distance: 4 km

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Full Board at Barafu Hut Camp.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 8: Barafu Camp (4640m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) Full Moon Summit– Mweka Camp (3080m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Your day will begin at 00:00. After hot tea and biscuits, you will start your 5-7 hours walk to Stella Point, the crater rim of Kilimanjaro. Here you will have a short rest if necessary before continuing another 1-2 hours to reach the highlight of the trip the Uhuru Peak (5895m). Enjoy the full moon summit this is truly a once in a lifetime experience as you stand at the top of Africa watching the sunrise light up the surrounding summits and landscape. After taking much-needed pictures you will make your way down back to Barafu Camp for a 1-2 hour rest. Once everyone is well-rested you will continue down to Mweka gate (3080m), an approx. 3 hours walk. The rest of the evening is yours to relax, you’ll have a nice evening meal and a good night’s sleep.

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

Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent

Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent

Habitat: Arctic

Full Board at Mweka hut Camp.
Duration: 24 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping

Day 9: Mweka Camp (3080m) – Mweka Gate (1630m) – Moshi

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
After breakfast, before starting your final stretch, you will enjoy a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain guides. A 2 – 3 hours walk will take you through the rainforest back the Mweka Gate. Our driver will be there waiting for you and take you back to the Sal Salinero Hotel. The rest of the day you will relax and to reflect back on this once in a lifetime experience.

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

Distance: 10 km

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

Half Board
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Keys Hotel Moshi

Day 10: Transfer Airport-Safaris-Zanzibar

Pass By: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
After breakfast, you continue with your travel plans or take a transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport or another destination.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.