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The Lemosho Route is widely considered to be the best route on Mount Kilimanjaro. Not too long ago, there were only two main routes used to climb Kilimanjaro, the Marangu (Coca Cola) route and the Machame (Whiskey) route. But as Tanzania’s tourism industry flourished, the Kilimanjaro park authority created more trails to African’s highest peak. Lemosho, a relatively new route, is preferred by reputable operators due to its beauty, remoteness, and success rate. In short, it maximizes the chances that a climber will reach the summit, and enjoy the experience overall. The Lemosho route can be done in as little as six days (five nights) on the mountain.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
We will pick up you on your hotel & Lodge
Itinerary
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1
Around 8:00 am you will be transferred to the Lemosho gate located on the western side of Kilimanjaro. After the registration process, you will still start our climb steadily through the forests of the Lemosho glades to reach the Big Tree camp where you will be spending the night.
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
Today you will trek across a plateau of grassy moorland and heather scattered with volcanic rock formations. Our destination for today is the Shira 1 Camp from where there are often views of Kibo peak floating on the clouds. We gain a reasonable amount of altitude today and parts of the route are fairly steep.
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
3
Today you will get the chance to view the northern ice fields from the western side of the mountain with some unusual views of Kibo. Our steady climb across the moorland of the Shira plateau will help with acclimatization and we enjoy great panoramic views. Our destination today is the Shira 2 camp. In the afternoon you will take an acclimatization walk then head back to camp for dinner and overnight.
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
4
Your trek starts with an ascent with far-reaching panoramic views, walking in to the climatic zone of the upland desert and on the lava ridges beneath the glaciers of the western breach. You will reach the distinct pinnacle of the lava tower (4640 m), our high point for the day and a great place to enjoy your lunch. In the afternoon we make a steep descent to our camp for the night, located in the base of the great barranco valley (3960 m), sheltered by towering cliffs but with extensive views of the plains below.
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
5
Our day starts by descending into the start of the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. We then exit steeply, up the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It’s a climb over rock, not technical but long and tiring. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley. From here we have a steep climb up from Karanga valley to our night’s camp at Karanga camp, set at 3963m. For those feeling strong, we will go for a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek up to around 4200m before descending back to camp for the night
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
6
After a good night’s rest and breakfast, we set off on our walk to Barafu Camp at 4640m. The climb will take us across desolate scree slopes with no vegetation around us at all. It’s a tough steep walk made more difficult by the altitude. On arriving at camp we eat and spend the afternoon resting as we prepare for a long night and day ahead. It is important to keep hydrated and warm. We have an early dinner and then try to get some sleep as we will be getting up between 11 pm and 12 pm to start the climb to the summit.
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
7
Wake before dawn to start your summit approach. You’ll reach the Uhuru Peak in the early afternoon when a few groups are around. A short descent brings you to Crater Camp, set in soft sands near the famed Furtwangler Glacier. Crater camp is not a route in its own right but a challenging extension which in principle can be added to any route. It involves sleeping overnight in the bowl of the crater. An amazing experience enjoyed by only a few of the most adventurous climbers
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
8
In the morning after early breakfast, we begin our descent by returning to Stella's point and then descending on scree slope passing Barafu Camp for a short break before heading down to Millennium Camp for a long well-earned rest.
6 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Covering the last section of the mountain, the trek continues down through the forests to the gate where your vehicle will be waiting to transport you back to Moshi. Remember to tip your guides, cooks, and porters, since you will be leaving them here. A vehicle will take you back to your hotel in Moshi, where it is definitely time for celebration
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Lemosho Glades (2385M) to Big Tree camp (2780M)
Big Tree Camp (2780m) to Shira 1 Camp (3500m)
Shira 1 Camp (3500M) to Shira 2 Camp (3900M)
Shira 2 Camp (3900M) to Barranco Camp (3960M)
Barranco Camp (3960M) to Karanga Camp (3963M)
Karanga Camp (3963) to Barafu Camp (4640M)
Barafu Camp (4640M) To Crater Camp (5,790M)
Crater Camp (5,790M) to Uhuru Peak (5895M) to Millennium Camp (3790M)
Millennium Camp Mweka Gate 13KMS
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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