Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route 7 days

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Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route 7 days

7 Days Starting and ending in Arusha, Tanzania

Visiting: Moshi, Mti Mkubwa Camp, Shira Camp Two, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Uhuru Peak, Millenium Camp

Tour operator:

Widerange African Safaris

Tour code:

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 50

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

18-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French

Private Available:

From:

$1900 (USD) The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$100

NB: Prices correct on 11-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

The Lemosho Route starts on the Western side of Mount Kilimanjaro at the Londorossi Gate and was introduced as an alternative to the Shira Route which begins at a higher, more challenging altitude. The Londorossi Gate is a fair drive from the town of Moshi. At the gate you will register with the authorities before being driven a further 12km to the starting point. The western side of Kilimanjaro is still very wild and you may get lucky and spot large antelope, buffalo and maybe even elephant. On day three the Lemosho Route joins the Machame Route at Lava Tower and down towards Barranco Valley via the Southern Circuit. As with the Machame Route, Lemosho trekkers need to transverse the Barranco Wall and then summit from Barafu Camp. Most trekkers complete the Lemosho Route in six days; we also offer seven and/or eight day hikes on the Lemosho which of course increases the probability of success. The seven-day route typically stops for a night at both Shira Camp 1 and Shira Camp 2. Eight day treks stop again at Karanga Camp for another acclimatization day.

Highlights

Day 1 ARRIVE IN TANZANIA (MOSHI)
Day 2 LEMOSHO GLADES (2385M) TO BIG TREE CAMP (2780M)(LEMOSHO GLADES)
Day 3 BIG TREE CAMP (2780M) TO SHIRA 2 CAMP (3900M)
Day 4 SHIRA 2 CAMP (3900M) TO BARRANCO CAMP (3960M)
Day 5 BARRANCO CAMP (3960M) TO KARANGA CAMP (3963M)
Day 6 KARANGA CAMP (3963) TO BARAFU CAMP (4640M)
Day 7 BARAFU CAMP (4640M) TO UHURU PEAK (5895M) & DOWN TO MWEKA CAMP (3100M)

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Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route 7 Days

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Day 1 : Arrive In Tanzania (Moshi)

Location: Moshi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town, you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. Gear which is missing can be rented on this day.

Day 2 : Lemosho Glades (2385M) To Big Tree Camp (2780M)(Lemosho Glades)

Location: Mti Mkubwa Camp

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You will be picked up at your hotel at around 08:00am and 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 Big Tree camp where you will be spending the night.

Day 3 : Big Tree Camp (2780M) To Shira 2 Camp (3900M)

Location: Shira Camp Two

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today you will cover a lot of ground as you trek across a plateau of grassy moorland and heather scattered with volcanic rock formations. We will trek through Shira 1 Camp from where there are often views of Kibo Peak floating on the clouds as we head towards our destination which is Shira 2. We gain a reasonable amount of altitude as we head towards Shira 1 and parts of the route are fairly steep. As you proceed towards Shira 2 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.

Day 4 : Shira 2 Camp (3900M) To Barranco Camp (3960M)

Location: Barranco Camp

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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.

Day 5 : Barranco Camp (3960M) To Karanga Camp (3963M)

Location: Karanga Camp

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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.

Day 6 : Karanga Camp (3963) To Barafu Camp (4640M)

Location: Barafu Camp

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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 at between 11pm and 12pm to start the climb to the summit.

Day 7 : Barafu Camp (4640M) To Uhuru Peak (5895M) & Down To Mweka Camp (3100M)

Location: Uhuru Peak, Millenium Camp

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

We start off at around midnight, and walk steeply upwards to the summit glaciers. We will be climbing scree for 4 to 5 hours but gain incredible height over a short distance. The views are spectacular. We should be on the crater rim at Stella Point (5739m) as the first rays of the sun hit us. Spectacular ice cliffs within the crater surround us and the views to jagged Mawenzi peak and beyond are breathtaking. Another hour’s walking takes us to the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m). We begin our descent by returning to Stella Point and then descending on scree slope and track back to Barafu Camp for breakfast, before finally heading down to Mweka Camp for a long well-earned rest.

What's Included

1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Accommodation
Airport Transfers at Destination
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Country Entry Visas
Drinks with Meals
Entrance Fees
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Fully Guided
Game Drives on Safari
Game Drives on Safari
Meals – Full Board

What's Not Included

International Travel
Local Taxes
Meals – Breakfast Only
Meals – Half Board
Tipping and Gratuities
Train Tickets

Check out our Q&As

Company Instant Book

Yes
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Yes
Are flights included in this tour?

No
What is the maximum group size?

50

Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

No
What currencies are required for this tour?

USD
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

yes
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

No
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Normal fitness
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
Is it a must for the tourist to give tip to the guide?

It depends on the service and good service that the tourist gate from the guide
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

No
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Midrange luxury hotel
What is the tipping policy?

It is not expected, it depends on how well a visitor has been satisfied with the services from our team
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Yes
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

Yes
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

The trip will proceed with the ones present
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

4*4 car with open loof
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Passport,Visa and airticket
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Every client should have a valid C0vid-19 certificate to verify that someone has undergone covid test
What is the best time to visit Tanzania for safari?

The best time to visit Tanzania is from June-September, in the summer season.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

yes
How long has the tour company been trading?

WIDERANGE AFRICAN SAFARIS is a tour company located at the base of Kilimanjaro Moshi, Tanzania offering Tanzania safaris, Serengeti migration, Kilimanjaro hiking and Zanzibar tours.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

Nothing Destroyed
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Tour operator
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

yes
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Salome Safari

Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route 7 days

30-Mar-2022

I'd love to thank our tour guide Jovinus for making the tour unforgettable, he was such sweet and knowledgeable person, we are super grateful for having him as our guide. Secondly a big thanks goes to agent who help us, organise the exactly according to our need and was patient to answer all questions we had, I can even describe the experience itself.

Edward Gabriel

Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route 7 days

10-Mar-2022

This is among of the best your company in Tanzania especially in Moshi kiliKiliman since with this company we made our dream of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro successful via lemosho route for 7 days and then 3 days sharing safari at Serengeti, ngorongoro and tarangire national Park

Joseph Paul

Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route 7 days

10-Jan-2022

The best tour company in Tanzania we would like to thank6 so much the director since made our tour to serengeti national park and then to Kilimanjaro climbing via Lemosho route.

Japhary fundi haji

Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route 7 days

03-Apr-2022

My pleasant and intriguing fellow travelers, our tour guides' smiles and services, and the wonderful Tanzanian cuisine were the highlights of the trip. The trekking was enjoyable, and it improved as we made more stops to soak in the breathtaking beauty surrounding the Lemosho route. The best hiking excursion I've ever been on.

Fatuma magoma

Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route 7 days

20-Apr-2022

My family and I recently undertook a private safari with Wide range safaris in Tanzania as our first day to visit Tanzania, we can't recommend them highly enough, they were fantastic for start to finish.

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