Kilimanjaro Climb Via Lemosho Route 8 Days

Day 1: Arrive in Tanzania

Arrive in Kilimanajaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha, where you will meet your climbing team and attend a pre-climb briefing. Your guide will provide an overview of the climb, and you’ll have a chance to ask any questions you might have.
Accommodation: Gran Melia Arusha

Day 2: Lemosho Glades (2,100 m/6,890 ft) to Big Tree Camp (2,780 m/9,120 ft)

After breakfast, you’ll be driven to the starting point of the Lemosho Route, Lemosho Glades. From there, you’ll start your climb through the rainforest, which will take around 3-4 hours to reach Big Tree Camp. Along the way, you’ll see various species of monkeys, birds, and other wildlife.

Day 3: Big Tree Camp (2,780 m/9,120 ft) to Shira Camp 1 (3,505 m/11,500 ft)Today, you’ll hike for approximately 7 hours from Big Tree Camp to Shira Camp 1. The trail will take you through the heather and moorland zone, and you’ll begin to see more of the mountain’s volcanic terrain. From Shira Camp 1, you’ll have stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Day 4: Shira Camp 1 (3,505 m/11,500 ft) to Shira Camp 2 (3,840 m/12,600 ft)

Today’s hike will take you from Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2, which should take around 5-6 hours. As you continue to gain altitude, you’ll pass through the semi-alpine desert and see some of Kilimanjaro’s most impressive rock formations.

Day 5: Shira Camp 2 (3,840 m/12,600 ft) to Barranco Camp (3,950 m/12,960 ft)

Today is a relatively short day, with only around 5 hours of hiking from Shira Camp 2 to Barranco Camp. You’ll hike through the alpine desert and pass the Lava Tower, a volcanic formation that stands at over 15,000 ft. From here, you’ll descend to Barranco Camp, where you’ll have stunning views of the Barranco Wall.

Day 6: Barranco Camp (3,950 m/12,960 ft) to Karanga Camp (3,995 m/13,106 ft)

Today’s hike will take around 4-5 hours, and you’ll climb the Barranco Wall, which is one of the most challenging sections of the climb. You’ll have to scramble up some steep sections, but the views from the top are well worth it. After descending the wall, you’ll continue on to Karanga Camp, where you’ll spend the night.

Day 7: Karanga Camp (3,995 m/13,106 ft) to Barafu Camp (4,673 m/15,331 ft)

Today’s hike will take around 4-5 hours, and you’ll continue to climb through the alpine desert towards Barafu Camp. This is the final camp before you attempt the summit, and you’ll spend the afternoon resting and preparing for the next day’s climb.

Day 8: Barafu Camp (4,673 m/15,331 ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m

/19,341 ft) to Mweka Camp (3,080 m/10,105 ft)

Today is the big day – you’ll be waking up in the middle of the night (around midnight) to start the climb to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro. The climb to the summit will take around 6-7 hours and is the most challenging part of the climb, with steep switchbacks and thin air. But the views from the top are breathtaking, and you’ll feel an incredible sense of accomplishment as you stand at the highest point in Africa. After taking some time to enjoy the views, you’ll descend back down to Barafu Camp, have a short rest and continue your descent to Mweka Camp, where you’ll spend your final night on the mountain.

Day 9: Mweka Camp (3,080 m/10,105 ft) to Mweka Gate (1,640 m/5,380 ft) to Arusha

On the final day of the climb, you’ll descend for around 3-4 hours from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificates. From there, you’ll be driven back to Arusha Gran Melia Hotel, where you can celebrate your accomplishment with your climbing team.

In summary, the Lemosho Route is a challenging but rewarding way to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. With its gradual ascent and stunning views, it’s a great option for climbers of all levels. By following this 8-day itinerary, you’ll have plenty of time to acclimatize and enjoy the journey to the summit.

KILIMANJARO PACKAGES PRINCE INCLUDES.

• 2 Night Hotel accommodation in Moshi, a day before trek and a day after trek
• Transportation to and from your selected route
• Quality, Waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tent
• Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
• Certified, experienced, English speaking mountain guides:
• All Tanzanian National Park Fees
• Government Climbing Taxes
• All hot Meals prepared by our cook while on Mountain
• Guides, Porters and Cook Salaries
• Fair and ethical treatment of Porters
• Enough porters to carry your luggage
• Safety Equipment
• Emergency Oxygen
• Pulse Ox meter
• Emergency rescue fees

Excluded

• International Flights ,Visa & Insurance
• Tips (customary and much appreciated)
• Meals before and after climbing
• Personal Items in nature
• Optional Tours ( safaris or Moshi day tour)
• Oxygen tanks
• Portable toilets can be rented.($100/TRIP)