Plan Harmony

Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha/Moshi – LONDOROSSI GATE (2100m) – BIG TREE CAMP (2750m) - (8 Days Lemosho Route - Kilimanjaro Hiking Adventure)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Distance: 6 km---
---Hiking Time:3-4 hours----
---Habitat: Rain Forest----
---After breakfast a briefing at your hotel will be given by your chief Guide followed by a drive to Londorossi Park Gate (2,250m / 7,380ft, 2.5 hours). After park rules and regulations the trail commencing takes us to the forest with our 4WD vehicle towards Lemosho Glades (2,390m 7,830ft, 11km, 45 minutes) and Walk along the forest trails to Mti Mkubwa campsite thereafter dinner and overnight at Mti Mkubwa camp site.
Duration: 4 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Big Tree Camp

Day 2: Kilimanjaro Hiking from BIG TREE CAMP(2750m) – SHIRA 1 CAMP (3540m) - ( 8 Days Lemosho Route - Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Hiking time: 5.5 hours---

Habitat: Moorland---

Distance: 8 km----
The trail slowly becoming very steep and enters the moorland zone, then crosses the Shira Ridge at 3,600 m/11,810 ft and drops gently to Shira Camp one located by a stream on the Shira Plateau. Early morning after breakfast continue as the trail gradually steeping and enters the giant heather moorland zone Several streams are crossed then it gains the Shira ridge at about 3600m / 11,810ft and drops gently down to Shira one camp site located near by the streams on the Shira Plateau. Dinner and overnight at Shira one campsite.
Duration: 5 hours

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Accommodation included: Shira 1 Camp

Day 3: Kilimanjaro Hiking from SHIRA 1 CAMP(3540m) – SHIRA 2 (3840m) - MOIR HUT(4114) - ( 8 Days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Hiking time: 5-7 hours----

Distance: Approximately 15 kilometers----

Habitat: moorland----

This spectacular camp we will be going to today is located beneath the Northern Ice Fields of Kilimanjaro. 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.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Moir Hut

Day 4: Kilimanjaro Hiking from MOIR HUT( 4114) - LAVA TOWER ( 4600) - BARRANCO CAMP (3950m) - ( 8 Days Lemosho Route)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Hiking time: 7 hours---

Distance: Approximately 7 kilometers---

Habitat: Semi Desert---

From Moir hut, 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.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Barranco Camp

Day 5: Kilimanjaro Hiking from BARRANCO CAMP(3950m) – KARANGA CAMP(4235m) - ( 8 Days Lemosho Route - Kilimanjaro Adventure)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Hiking time: 4-5 hours---
Distance: Approximately 5 kilometers---
Habitat: Alpine desert---

This is a short hiking day meant for acclimatization. After an early morning breakfast, it is now time to conquer the Great Barranco Wall! Although it may look intimating at first glance, hikers state that this Class 2 hike is usually much easier than they anticipated. At the top of the Wall, you will have a view of Heim Glacier and will be above the clouds. The trail then winds up and down in the Karanga Valley. You will spend the night at Karanga Camp (3950m) and enjoy dinner and washing at the site.
Duration: 5 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Karanga Camp

Day 6: Kilimanjaro Hiking from KARANGA CAMP (4235m) – BARAFU CAMP(4600) - ( 8 Days Lemosho route - Kilimanjaro Hiking )

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Hiking time: 3-4 hours---
Distance: Approximately 4 kilometers---
Habitat: Alpine desert----
After breakfast, you will begin your ascent. The trail intersects with the Mweka Route, which is the trail used to descend on the final two days. As you continue hiking for an hour, you will reach Barafu Hut. This is the last water stop for the porters because there is no accessible water at Barafu Camp (4550m). The word “barafu” in Swahili means “ice” and this camp is located on a rocky, exposed ridge. Tents will be exposed to wind and rocks so it is important for hikers to familiarize themselves with the campsite before dark. An early dinner will be served so hikers can rest before attempting the summit the same night. Your guide will brief you in detail on how to prepare for summit night. Get to sleep by 19:00!
Duration: 4 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Barafu Hut

Day 7: Kilimanjaro Hiking from BARAFU CAMP(4600m) – UHURU PEAK(5895m) – MWEKA CAMP(3100m) - ( Kilimanjaro 8 Day Lemosho Route)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Hiking time: 8 hours to reach Uhuru Peak, 7-8 hours to descend to Mweka-----
Distance: Approximately 7 kilometers ascent and 23 kilometers descent------
Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit-----

Your guide will wake you around 23:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt. The route heads northwest and you will ascend over stone scree. During the ascent, many hikers feel that this is the most mentally and physically challenging part of the climb. In about 6 hours, you will reach Stella Point (5685m), located on the crater rim. After enjoying the magnificent sunrise, you will continue ascending for about 2 hours on a snow-covered trail to Uhuru Peak (5895m). Reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro is a lifetime accomplishment! You will be able to spend a short time on the summit taking photographs and drinking tea before the descent to Barafu begins. The hike down to Barafu Camp takes about 3 hours.

At camp, you will rest and enjoy a hot lunch in the sun. After eating, you will continue descending down to Mweka Hut (3100m). The Mweka Trail will lead you through the scree and rocks to the moorland and eventually into the rain forest. Mweka Camp (3100m) is located in the upper rain forest, so fog and rain should be expected. You will have a dinner, wash, and rest soundly at camp.
Duration: 8 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Mweka

Day 8: Kilimanjaro Hiking from MWEKA CAMP(3100m) – MWEKA GATE(1980m) - Back to Moshi/Arusha - (8 Days Lemosho Route )

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Hiking time: 3 hours---
Distance: Approximately 15 kilometers----
Habitat: Forest---

Following a well-deserved breakfast, your staff will have a big celebration full of dancing and singing. It is here on the mountain that you will present your tips to the guide, assistant guides, chef(s), and porters. After celebrating, you will descend for three hours back to Mweka Gate. The National Park requires all hikers to sign their names to receive certificates of completion. Hikers who reached Stella Point (5685m) receive green certificates and hikers who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates. After receiving certificates, hikers will descend into the Mweka village for 1 hour (3 kilometers). You will be served a hot lunch then you will drive back to Arusha for long overdue showers and more celebrations.
Duration: 3 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Moshi at CHANYA LODGE

• Gate transfer, Airport pick up and drop up
• Crew wages, Guide, Cook, Porters,
• Meals for all days while on Mountain
• Experienced Professional Tour guide
• All Fees and Taxes
• Hotel Accommodation before and After Hiking
• 7x Breakfast
• 7x Dinner
• 8x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 8 nights

• Tipping the crew
• Travel Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Visa
• Local and International Flight Cost
• Personal Mountain Climbing Gears

• Not wheelchair accessible
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Most travelers can participate
• Face masks required for travelers in public areas
• Face masks required for guides in public areas
• Face masks provided for travelers
• Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
• Social distancing enforced throughout experience
• Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
• Gear/equipment sanitized between use
• Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
• Guides required to regularly wash hands
• Regular temperature checks for staff
• Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
• Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
• Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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