7 days Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Hiking tour | BURIGI CHATO SAFARIS CO LTD

Arusha, Tanzania
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You will Explore the Lemosho route as it is considered the most scenic trail on Kilimanjaro, granting panoramic visitors on various sides of the mountain. As one of the newer routes, Thus, Lemosho is highly recommended.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Day 0: Kilimanjaro Airport – Moshi/ Arusha
Day 1: Moshi/ Arusha – Londorossi gate – Mti mkubwa (big tree camp)
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa – Shira 2 camp
Day 3: Shira 2 camp – Lava tower – Barranco camp
Day 4: Barranco camp – Karanga Camp
Day 5: Karanga camp - Barafu Camp
Day 6: Barafu camp – Uhuru Peak (summit point) – back to Barafu camp then to Mweka camp
Day 7: Mweka camp – Mweka gate – Back to Moshi

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: MOSHI-LONDOROSSI-MTI MKUBWA CAMP (7 Days Lemosho - Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region

After breakfast you will be picked up at the lodge and taken to the Londorossi Gate at the height of 2,250 m. After the necessary registration has been completed, a bumpy drive will take you into the dense rainforest, from where your adventure commences. The moderately steep track makes its way through an unspoilt natural forest to the Big Tree Camp (2,780 m). You will be accompanied by an armed ranger for the first 2 days of your trek as wild game can be found in the area. You will spend the night in tents at Big Tree Camp.

•Elevation (ft): 7,800ft to 9,500ft
•Distance: 6 km
•Hiking Time:3-4 hours
•Habitat: RainForest
•Meals: Lunch & Dinner
•overnight at Mti mkubwa Camp

Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:


Accommodation included: overnight at Big Tree Camp

Day 2: MTI MKUBWA CAMP -SHIRA 2 CAMP - (7 Days Lemosho - Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
You have a long trek ahead today on a small trail, passing through the rainforest. As you ascend, the forest gradually thins out and the landscape becomes drier and barer.
On the moorland, you will find lobelia and ericas dotting the landscape. You will pass Shira ridge before reaching Shira Camp 1 after 4 to 5 hours. Here you will have your lunch break and rest your limbs, enjoying the views of Mt Meru and the Rift Valley in the distance. You will trek for about another 3 hours, ascending 250 m. Walking on solidified lava, you will pass giant senecios, almost 9 meters in height, before finally reaching your destination of the day, the Shira Camp 2. You will enjoy an evening meal and with a little bit of luck, you will be able to see the summit basking in the orange glow of the sunset.
•Elevation (ft): 9,500ft to 12,500ft
• Altitude: 3,010 m to 3,845m
•Distance: 18 km
•Hiking Time 8-9hours
•Habitat: Moorland
•Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
•Accommodation: Shira 2 camp

Duration: 9 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Overnight at Shira 2 Campsite

Day 3: SHIRA 2 CAMP – LAVA TOWER - BARRANCO CAMP - ( 7 Days Lemosho route - Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Today you will climb about 800 m but you will be camping at an elevation only slightly higher than the previous night.
The trek begins with a long ascent above the Shira Plateau in the direction of the Lava Tower. 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.” Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft.
The route passes through the sweeping Barranco Valley with its lobelia and giant Senecio plants. After 6 to 7 hours, you will arrive at the most beautiful camp on the mountain – the Barranco Camp.
• Altitude: 3,845 m to 3,845m to 3,960m
• Distance Covered: 10 km
• Time to be used: 6-8 hours.
• Habitat: Semi Desert
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: Barranco camp
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Overnight at Barranco campsite

Day 4: Climbing Kilimanjaro from BARRANCO CAMP – KARANGA CAMP - ( 7 Day Lemosho Route )

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
After sleeping below the Great Barranco Wall, you get your chance to tackle this hurdle. Don’t worry…It’s much easier than it looks. Continue up until you reach just below the Heim Glacier. Then head down through the Karanga Valley. This is the last place for your porters to gather water. They will collect all the water for the remainder of the ascent here. You will settle in here at the Karanga Camp. After lunch, you can spend the afternoon doing light exploring or resting while taking in the views of Mawenzi’s towering spires.
• Altitude: 3,960 m to 4,035 m
• Distance Covered: 7km
• Time to be used: 4- 5 hrs
• Habitat: Alpine Desert
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: Karanga Camp

Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Overnight at Karanga Camp

Day 5: Climbing Kilimanjaro from KARANGA CAMP - BARAFU CAMP - (7 Days Lemosho route - Kilimanjaro Climbing)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
Awakening to the sunlight dancing off the Kibo Summit, you will enjoy a hearty breakfast before setting out to today’s destination – Barafu Camp.
After 3 to 4 hours you will reach Barafu Camp, where you will have an early dinner and night as the highlight of your trip is only a few short hours away.
At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles.The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.
Once at the camp, you can relax, have dinner and call it an early night.

• Altitude: 4034 m to 4,640 m
• Elevation: 13,235 ft to 15,295 ft
• Distance Covered: 6 km
• Time to be used: 3-4 hrs
• Habitat: Alpine Desert
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: Barafu Camp

Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Overnight at Barafu Camp

Day 6: Climbing Kilimanjaro from BARAFU CAMP – UHURU PEAK – MWEKA CAMP - ( 7 Day Lemosho route - Kilimanjaro Climbing)

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
After a cup of hot tea and a light snack, the climb begins at around midnight. We 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 mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek.
At Stella Point (18,600 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit.
From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch.
Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

Duration: 15 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Overnight at Mweka Campsite

Day 7: Climbing Kilimanjaro from MWEKA CAMP - MWEKA GATE - 7 Lemoosho - Kilimanjaro Climbing )

Stop At: Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Region
The final leg of your amazing adventure begins after breakfast with a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain crew. Then a gentle 2 to 3 hours descent through the rainforest continues to Mweka Gate, where your driver will be waiting for you.
Then be transferred to Your Hotel at Moshi/Arusha for an Overnight
• Altitude: 3,080 m to 1,630m
• Distance Covered: 9.3km down
• Time to be used: 2 - 3 hrs.
• Habitat: RainForest
• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: overnight in Moshi at CHANYA LODGE

Inclusions

  • Experienced Professional Tour guide
  • 7 days Kilimanjaro Hiking Operation Cost
  • Guide, Cook and Porter’s Wages
  • Gate transfer, Airport pick up and Drop up
  • Hotel Accommodation before and After Kilimanjaro climbing ( can be booked direct by you or by us )
  • Kilimanjaro pack entry fees ( that can be paid direct to the park or via Tour operator)
  • 6x Breakfast
  • 7x Dinner
  • 7x Lunch
  • Accommodation included: 7 nights

Exclusions

  • Flights Tipping the crew Visas
  • Personal Needs

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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