Lemosho Route
TOUR OVERVIEW
The Lemosho Route is one of the most scenic and less crowded paths to Mount Kilimanjaro’s summit, offering excellent acclimatization and breathtaking views. It is typically completed in 7 to 9 days, allowing for a higher success rate due to gradual altitude gain. View our itinerary for more information.
PRICE START FROM
Tour Accomodation
Green Mountain Hotel
Tour Destinations
Forest Camp,Londorossi Gate,Shira 1,Shira Camp 2,Lava Tower,Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp,Mweka Hut and Mweka Camp
Full Itinerary
Where to Stay
Green Mountain hotel
JRO - Arusha-Green Mountain Hotel
Meet and Greet at Kilimanjaro International airport and transferred to Green Mountain hotel for Bed and Breakfast- Karibu
Where to Stay
Forest Camp
Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp(Elevation (ft): 7,800ft to 9,500ft Distance: 6 km ,Hiking Time:3-4 hours ,Habitat: Rain Forest)
We depart Arusha for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 5 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead (another hour to reach the trailhead). Upon arrival at trailhead, we eat lunch, then commence through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.
Where to Stay
Shira Camp
Forest Camp to Shira 1 to Shira Camp 2( Elevation (ft): 9,500ft to 12,500ft,Distance: 18 km,Hiking Time 5-6 hours Habitat: Moorland)
We continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is amazing.
Where to Stay
Barranco Camp
Shira Camp 2 to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (Elevation (ft): 12,500ft to 13,000ft ,Distance: 15 km ,Hiking Time: 5-7 hours ,Habitat: Semi Desert )
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.
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.
Where to Stay
Karanga Camp
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 13,100ft,, Distance: 5km ,Hiking Time: 4-5 hours,Habitat: Alpine Desert)
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. This is a short day meant for acclimatization.
Where to Stay
Barafu Camp
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp( Elevation (ft): 13,100ft to 15,300ft ,Distance: 4 km ,Hiking Time: 4-5 hours,Habitat: Alpine Desert)
Around midnight, begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. For the next six hours, hike by the light of your flashlight. The ascent to the crater rim is the most challenging part of the entire trek. The trail is very steep until you reach the crater rim at Gilman’s Point.
The hike from Gilman’s to Uhuru Peak is a gradual climb and, as far as hikes go, not very difficult. The altitude, however, makes the hike long and tiring. The crater rim hike takes approximately two hours. Upon reaching Uhuru, take photos of your guide and group at the peak before beginning the descent to Horombo Hut.
Where to Stay
Mweka Hut
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut (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)
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), 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. You will want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
Where to Stay
Arusha
Mweka Camp to Arusha Elevation (ft): 10,000ft to 5,400ft Distance: 10 km Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rain Forest
After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).From the gate, you continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to Arusha for drop off.
Where to Stay
No Accommodation
Arusha –Kilimanjaro Airport
After breakfast pick up from your hotel then transfer to Airport for your flight out.
Price inclusion
- Meeting at Kilimanjaro International Airport;
- Transfer to the hotel
- Kilimanjaro National Park permits
- Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees
- Transfer to the hotel — Green Mountain in Arusha.
- Accommodation prior to the climb (including breakfast; sharing a twin room)
- Transfer to the trail head
- Professional mountain crew. All guides have “Wilderness First Responder” and “Wilderness First Aid” certificates, along with over 7 years of experience in climbing. Each participant will be provided with adequate number of porters (who can carry up to 15 kg of personal baggage).
- Kilimanjaro National Park permits
- Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees
- Camping/hut fees
- 3 square meals daily. The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian options are available upon request;
- Modern Mountain Hardware tents.
- Oxygen systems and pulse ox meters;
- First aid kit
- Warm and comfortable sleeping pads (2 inches thick)
- Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
- Meeting the group at the National Park exit and transfer to the hotel
- Accommodation after the climb (including breakfast; sharing a twin room);
- International certificates for a successful ascent;
- Return transfer to Kilimanjaro airport.
Price Exclusion
- Travel and personal accident insurance.
- Visa, passport, vaccinations, medicines.
- Personal Mountain equipment.
- Expenditure on alcoholic drinks, souvenirs and other personal items.
- Optional excursions not detailed in the itinerary.
- Additional optional accommodation added at the base hotel or extra days on the mountain added.
- Treated drinking water other than boiled.
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