Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route 8 Days

Moshi, Tanzania
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This Kilimanjaro 8 Days Lemosho Route itinerary, is a very special itinerary designed for those wishing to make the ascent to the summit in the daylight hours as well as with sun rise. You will pass by Kibo crater rim, and trek to the top of the inner Reusch crater and cross the Shira Plateau. It takes us through magnificent scenery with views of the Great Rift Valley, Mt Meru and Longido. Some wildlife can be seen. The route is more scenic.

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive to Londorossi Park Gate

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 40000 Tanzania
Drive to Londorossi Park Gate (2,385m or 7825 ft) and climbing to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,700 meters or 8858 ft)

Hiking hours: 3-4 hours.

Distance: 8 Km or 5 miles.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: An overnight camping stay at Shira 1 (3,505 m or 11,500 feet)

Day 2: Climbing from Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp 1

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 40000 Tanzania
Climbing from Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp 1 (3,500 m or 11483 feet)

Hiking: hours 5-6 hours.

Distance: 6 Km or 6 miles.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: An overnight camping stay at Shira Camp 1 (3,500 m or 11483 feet)

Day 3: Climbing from Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 40000 Tanzania
Climbing from Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2 (3,840 meters or 12,598 feet)

Hiking hours: 3-4 hours.

Distance: 8 Km or 5 miles.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: An overnight camping stay at Shira Camp 2 (3,840 meters or 12,598 feet)

Day 4: Climbing from Shira Camp 2 to Barranco Camp

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 40000 Tanzania
Climbing from Shira Camp 2 to Barranco Camp (3,950 meters or 12959 feet)

Hiking hours: 6-7 hours.

Distance: 8 Km or 5 miles.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: An overnight camping stay at Barranco Camp (3,950 meters or 12959 feet)

Day 5: Climbing from Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 40000 Tanzania
Climbing from Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp (3,995 meters 13,106 feet)

Hiking hours: 4-5 hours.

Distance: 5 Km or 3 miles.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: An overnight camping stay at Karanga Valley Camp (3,995 meters 13,106 feet)

Day 6: Karanga Valley to Barafu Camp

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 40000 Tanzania
Karanga Valley to Barafu Camp (4,550 meters or 14928 feet)

Hiking hours: 4-5 hours.

Distance: 4 Km or 2 miles.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: An overnight camping stay at Barafu Camp (4,550 meters or 14928 feet)

Day 7: Climbing to Uhuru Peak

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 40000 Tanzania
Climbing to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters or 19,341 feet) Hiking hours 7-8 hours and distance 5 Km or 3 miles, then descend through Barafu for short rest and continue to to Mweka Camp (3,060 meters or 10,065 feet) 4-6 hours with distance 12 Km or 7 miles.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: An overnight camping stay at Mweka Camp (3,060 meters or 10,065 feet)

Day 8: Descend to Mweka Gate

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 40000 Tanzania
Descend to Mweka Gate (4,600) Hiking hours 3-4 hours. Distance 4 Km or 2 miles to Mweka gate. Transfer to at Park View Inn for certificate and summit party ceremony.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: You will spend the last night at your previous hotel.

Inclusions

  • Emergency Oxygen tanks
  • VHF handheld radios – Carried on each trek, for easy communication
  • Warm water for washing every day
  • Clean, purified drinking water
  • Gamow Bag – Hyperbaric chamber
  • Rescue fees on mountain
  • Portable personal flash toilet
  • Pulse-oximeter – To measure the oxygen level
  • All meals while on the Mountain
  • Large portions of fresh, healthy and nutritious foods
  • All water proof tents and sleeping mats, high powered solar LED lights and Toilet tents
  • Aluminum dining tables, Large aluminum chairs with backs and armrests, for all meals.
  • Arrival and Departure transfers
  • All transportation in destination location
  • 2 nights classic standard hotel accommodations; one before and after the trek
  • 2 nights comfort hotel accommodations; one before and after the trek.
  • Accommodation – Bed and Breakfast
  • Full Board Accommodation – Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • All Government Tax and Park Entrance Fees
  • Fair and ethical treatment of porters
  • Experienced professional English speaking mountain guides
  • Porter to carry your day-pack during the summit attempt.
  • 8x Breakfast
  • 8x Lunch
  • 8x Dinner
  • Accommodation included: 8 nights
  • Entry/Admission - Mount Kilimanjaro

Exclusions

  • Tips
  • Tanzania Visa on arrival
  • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
  • Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc.)

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • 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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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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