8-Day Hiking Tour Lemosho Route in Tanzania

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Trekking From Londorossi Gate to MTI Mkubwa Camp
1 stop
1
In the morning, will gather at your hotel to meet with you and conduct a brief orientation. Following this, journey by vehicle, approximately 3-4 hours in duration, taking you to the western entrance of Kilimanjaro National Park known as Londorossi Gate (2,250 meters/7,381 feet). Thereafter, your group will commence trekking towards the first camp on this route: Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650 meters/8,694 feet). Raincoats are essential for this day, as the trail passes through a rainforest. Upon reaching the camp, our highly skilled mountain crew will have meticulously organized all necessary preparations, including tent setup, and they will have already initiated lunch preparations.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Trekking From Mkubwa Camp To Shira 1 Camp
1 stop
2
On this day, your adventure begins with an early wake-up call, followed by a hearty breakfast to fuel your day. Subsequently, your group will embark on a trek, gradually ascending to an altitude of 3,500 meters (11,483 feet). At this point, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Shira Plateau and the majestic Kibo Volcano, offering a captivating vista for the first time.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Trekking from Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2
1 stop
3
Mount Kilimanjaro
Tou will commence your journey from Shira 1 Camp (3,610 meters/11,843 feet) and proceed towards the second high-altitude camp, Shira 2 Camp (3,850 meters/12,631 feet). This trek is relatively manageable, offering you the opportunity to relish in the striking vistas of the African savannah, the distinctive flora of Kilimanjaro, and the surrounding terrain. Weather permitting, Shira 2 Camp serves as the prime location on your journey to catch sight of Mount Meru, which stands as the fifth-highest summit in Africa and the second-highest in Tanzania. Upon reaching the camp, you will partake in a satisfying lunch, followed by a two-hour period of rest. Subsequently, the entire group will embark on an acclimatization hike towards Lava Tower Camp, which involves a moderate gain in altitude of 300 meters (984 feet).
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Trekking From Shira Camp2 to Lava Tower and Descent to Barranco Camp
1 stop
4
Mount Kilimanjaro
your journey continues as you bid farewell to Shira 2 Camp (3,850 meters/12,631 feet) and embark on the path leading to a significant point on the route: Lava Tower (4,600 meters/15,091 feet). This particular section of the route features numerous ascents and descents, ultimately concluding at a camp situated at an altitude exceeding 4,600 meters (15,090 feet). While certain segments of this trek may pose challenges and discomfort is not uncommon, spending a minimum of 1-2 hours at this location is essential for effective acclimatization. As such, this is where you will pause to savor your lunch. Subsequently, your descent will take you to Barranco Camp (3,900 meters/12,795 feet)
5 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Trekking Barranco to Karangu Camp
1 stop
5
Mount Kilimanjaro
In the morning, following a hearty breakfast, your journey continues with the commencement of your hike to Barafu Summit Camp (4,673 meters/15,331 feet), serving as the starting point for the night summit to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters/19,340 feet). Our dedicated team will have meticulously arranged your camp setup in advance, which includes tents and sleeping bags, allowing you to relax immediately upon your arrival. Following your arrival and a period of rest to rejuvenate, you will embark on an essential acclimatization hike towards the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp (4,870 meters/15,978 feet). Subsequently, you will return to Barafu Camp, where a nourishing hot dinner awaits.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Trekking From Karanga Camp To Barafu Camp
1 stop
6
In the morning, following a hearty breakfast, your journey continues with the commencement of your hike to Barafu Summit Camp (4,673 meters/15,331 feet), serving as the starting point for the night summit to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters/19,340 feet). Our dedicated team will have meticulously arranged your camp setup in advance, which includes tents and sleeping bags, allowing you to relax immediately upon your arrival. Following your arrival and a period of rest to rejuvenate, you will embark on an essential acclimatization hike towards the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp (4,870 meters/15,978 feet). Subsequently, you will return to Barafu Camp, where a nourishing hot dinner awaits.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Ascent to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Millennium Camp
1 stop
7
Your team will embark on the final summit to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters/19,340 feet) from Barafu Camp during the night. In terms of technical difficulty, the climb itself is relatively straightforward. However, the primary challenge lies in the high altitude, which can make even routine physical activities feel demanding. To ensure your safety and well-being, each pair of climbers will be accompanied by a dedicated guide throughout the entire ascent, who will closely monitor both their physical and mental condition.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Descent from Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate
1 stop
8
You can look forward to a restful night's sleep at the lower altitude, relishing in the sense of accomplishment from your summit achievement. The morning will begin with a hearty breakfast, and shortly thereafter, you'll commence your descent, leading you down to an elevation of 1,640 meters (5,380 feet), ultimately reaching Mweka Gate. Upon arrival, a brief celebration with the entire climbing team will take place, and you will be presented with your well-earned climb certificates. Subsequently, arrangements will be made to transport you back to your hotel.
4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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