Exclusive 8-Day Lemosho: Kilimanjaro's Premium Summit Adventure

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival
1 stop
1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Our professional staff will be there to welcome you in Tanzania and transfer you to your hotel in either kilimanjaro or Arusha region and this will be exactly start of your journey to the roof of Africa and your Tanzania trip. After checking in your hotel and have a short resting, late afternoon you will be given a pre-trek briefing with our professional and experienced guide to explain the itinerary, safety protocols and tips for successful summit Kilimanjaro and check for your gears and what to expect on the trek. For the booking of the hotel we recommend you can have a recommendation from our operators that you can book the ones that is not much far from the destination and they can book for you the accommodation before and after the trek.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
HIGH-ALTITUDE DROP OFF DESTINATIONS AND TREKKING TO MTI MKUBWA CAMP (2,780m)
1 stop
2
Mount Kilimanjaro
Our guide and a mountain support crew will arrive at the hotel to meet you and introduction of the crew and another briefing. You will be driven from your hotel to Lendorosi gate (2,200m). After the quick registration with the rescue service and to get permit, the trek starts with an easy walk through the lush rainforest. The trail winds through this vibrant ecosystem, where you'll have a chance to spot some monkeys, birds and occasional exotic plant (not guaranteed). The air is cool, refreshing and rich greenery, will make you feel better. Once you reach camp, our professional mountain crew will prepare everything necessary, put tents and cook dinner for you. Because of a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness. Change in elevation to mti mkubwa (2,650m/ 8,700ft). distance covered to camp 6km/ 4miles Hiking time 3-4 hours.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
TREKKING FROM MTI MKUBWA CAMP(2,780m) TO SHIRA 2 CAMP(3,850m)
1 stop
3
Mount Kilimanjaro
After your breakfast, you'll leave the rainforest, behind as you ascend through an open landscape of grasses, wildflowers and striking volcanic rock formations, the trails take you into the Moorland zone. This trek is not difficult and you'll be able to enjoy spectacular views of Africa and surrounding areas. Once you reach a camp, you'll be greeted by the cooler air of the alpine zone and a panoramic view of the majestic Shira plateau. Shira 2 camp is the best place on the trip to see Mount Meru (the fifth highest peak in Africa). On the way you'll have a chance to learn some local culture of Tanzania with your local guides by make some stories that you will learn more through and some Tanzania songs for keep motivate to continue hike Kilimanjaro. You will have a lunch on the way and once you arrived you will be prepared a camp and warm dinner with our experienced mountain crew. Distance covered 16km/ 8miles Hiking time 7-8 hours
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
TREKKING FROM SHIRA 2 CAMP(3,850m) TO THE LAVA TOWER AND DESCENT TO BARRANCO CAMP(3,960m)
1 stop
4
Mount Kilimanjaro
After breakfast you will leave Shira 2 camp (3,900) and start one of the most scenic days on the trek. You will begin the day by crossing the Shira plateau, with panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and the towering Kilimanjaro glaciers in the distance. As you climb higher, you will reach Lava tower (4,630m), a massive rock formation that offers awe-inspiring views. From here, the trail descends to Barranco camp (3,960m), helping with acclimatization as you spend time on this slightly lower attitude before the summit push. If any participant feel sick, the group may refrain from passing the Lava Tower and adjust the route. Once you arrive to the Brranco camp, our and your mountain crew will set the camp and welcoming you for hot dinner and overnight there. Hiking time 7-8 hours Distance covered 11km/ 6miles
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
TREKKING FROM BARRANCO CAMP (3,960m) TO KARANGA CAMP (4,035m)
1 stop
5
Mount Kilimanjaro
We recommend to leave the camp as early as possible in the camp to avoid some crowds of other groups. After early breakfast on day 4 of trek is all about tackling the iconic Barranco wall, a steep but non-technical climb that will take you through a series of rocky sections and narrow paths, but don't be worry because our guides are experts at choosing an optional pace for the group. As you ascend the wall, you'll be rewarded with stunning views of Kilimanjaro's summit and the continue toward Karanga camp (4,035). The landscape is Alpine desert, with rocky terrain and striking views of the mountain. Once at a camp relax, enjoy a hot lunch and enjoy the quite atmosphere of this isolated site. Distance covered 5km/ 3miles Hiking time 3-4 hours
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
TREKKING FROM KARANGA CAMP (4,035m) TO BARAFU CAMP (4,640m)
1 stop
6
Mount Kilimanjaro
On day 5 of trek, after the breakfast you will trek from Karanga camp to Barafu camp, is the final camp before your summit attempt. The trails is steep, but views are absolutely breathtaking, with Kilimanjaro's glaciers towering overhead. The hike to Barafu camp is about 4km with an elevation gain of 605 Meters. As you reach camp, the excitement will build as you prepare for your summit ascent. At Barafu camp you will rest and have an early dinner in preparation for your mid-night departure toward Uhuru peak the following day. This night at Barafu camp is filled with anticipation, as the final stretch to the summit looms large. Distance covered 4km/ 2.5miles Hiking time 4-5 hours
5 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
BARAFU CAMP (4,640m) TO UHURU PEAK (5,895M/ 19,340ft) & DESCENT TO MWEKA CAMP (3,080m)
1 stop
7
Mount Kilimanjaro
The culmination of your journey: Day 6 is the summit day and it begins at mid-night when you ascent toward Uhuru peak (5,895m), the roof of Africa. The trail is a bit tough with steep but the climb is relatively simple but the most challenging part is the high altitude and for more safety each pair of our climbers will get a personal guide. After 6-8 hours of hiking you'll reach the summit, where you'll be greeted by breathtaking views and the immense satisfaction of standing at the highest point in Africa. After enjoy the summit you will begin to descent through alpine desert. Arriving at mweka camp and you can celebrate your achievement. Note this, more than 90% of all accident happen during the descent, including broken of legs, arms, fall down and toenails, please pay attention for your feet when you walk but our guides will make sure to be safety. Distance covered 12km/ 7.5miles Hiking time 5-6 hours summit and 5-6 hours to Mweka camp.
12 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 8
DESCENT FROM MWEKA CAMP (3,080m) TO MWEKA GATE (1,640m) TO DRIVE TO YOUR HOTEL
1 stop
8
Mount Kilimanjaro
On the final day of your trek, you will make the descent from the Mweka camp to Mweka gate, where your Kilimanjaro journey officially ends. The descent is gradual and takes you through the lush rainforest, filled with vibrant flora and fauna. Upon reaching Mweka gate, you will be greeted with certificate of achievement, recognizing your success in conquering Kilimanjaro. Afterward you will be transferred back to your hotel for a celebratory meal and chance to reflect on the incredible experience you have just completed. Distance covered for descent 10km/ 6miles Descent time 3-4 hours
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 9
DEPARTURE
1 stop
9
On this final day depend on your plane schedule but as a company we offered one of the local activity and cultural tourism with our local and experienced guide, once you booked an activity with us our operator will help to mention all those popular activities. After the tour that you select for aim of experience more Tanzania life, history, culture and lifestyle that roughly start from 2-6 hours and then you will be transferred to the airport. The airport transfer will depends on your flight time. NOTE: This last day tour is not must to do but is your opinion and if you get a time and interest but we recommend because we will bring close to the local people and experience well.
5 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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