8 DAYS LEMOSHO ROUTE – KILIMANJARO HIKING TOUR

The Lemosho route is considered the most scenic trail on Kilimanjaro, granting panoramic visitors on various sides of the mountain. As one of the newer routes, Lemosho is a superb choice for your climb. It is our preferred route due to its ideal balance of low crowds, beautiful scenery and a high summit success rate. Most of our clients climb Kilimanjaro using this route and they consistently report that they loved it. Thus, Lemosho is highly recommended.

The lesser-known Lemosho route begins on the western side of Mt Kilimanjaro. The first 2 days of the tour cross the thick rainforest belt which then changes into heath and moorland with many ferns and ericas along the way. The small trail sometimes has very steep passages and goes through diverse landscapes.

On the third day, the route joins the Machame Route and a long, but rewarding, road lies ahead until you reach the summit. The extra day on this 8-day trek gives you the opportunity to better acclimatise, thus increasing your chances of reaching the top.

Overnights on the 8-day Lemosho Route will be in tents. Then the route traverses underneath Kilimanjaro's Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. Descent is made via the Mweka route.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• DAY 0: Kilimanjaro Airport – Moshi/ Arusha
• DAY 1: Moshi/ Arusha – Londorossi gate – Mti mkubwa (big tree camp)
• DAY 2: Mti Mkubwa – Shira 1 camp
• DAY 3: Shira 1 camp – Moir Hut
• DAY 4: Moir Hut – Lava tower – Barranco camp
• DAY 5: Barranco camp – Karanga Camp
• DAY 6: Karanga camp - Kosovo Camp
• DAY 7: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (summit point) – back to Barafu camp then to Mweka camp
• DAY 8: Mweka camp – Mweka gate – Back to Moshi

Upon arrival at Arusha /Kilimanjaro Airport you will meet your SERENGETI MIGRATION EXPERTS Co LTD guide who will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi Tanzania (for budget hotels we recommend KILIMANJARO WHITE HOUSE HOTEL).

Settle into your accommodation, relax and get used to the African atmosphere. Ready to start your 8 DAYS KILIMANJARO HIKING TOUR VIA LEMOSHO ROUTE (WITH OVERNIGHT AT KOSOVO CAMP ON DAY 6) the next day.

OVERNIGHT STAY; KILIMANJARO WHITE HOUSE HOTEL (Optional)

BADGET LODGE (HOTEL):

• NAME OF THE HOTEL: KILIMANJARO WHITE HOUSE HOTEL
• ACCOMMODATIONS: BED AND BREAKFAST
• HOTEL LOCATION: MOSHI -KILIMANJARO
• ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE

After breakfast you will be picked up at the lodge and taken to the Londorossi Gate at the height of 2,250 m. After the necessary registration has been completed, a bumpy drive will take you into the dense rainforest, from where your adventure commences. The moderately steep track makes its way through an unspoilt natural forest to the Big Tree Camp (2,780 m). You will be accompanied by an armed ranger for the first 2 days of your trek as wild game can be found in the area. You will spend the night in tents at Big Tree Camp.

• Elevation (ft): 7,800ft to 9,500ft
• Distance: 6 km
• Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
• Habitat: Rain Forest
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: Mti mkubwa Camp

OVERNIGHT STAY AT MTI MKUBWA CAMP

PUBLIC CAMPSITE:

• NAME OF THE CAMP: MTI MKUBWA CAMP
• ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
• CAMP LOCATION: MTI MKUBWA
• ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE

We continue on the trail leading out of the rain 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. Here we catch our first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau.

• Elevation (ft): 9,498ft to 11,500ft
• Distance: 8 km/ 5miles
• Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
• Habitat: Health
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp

OVERNIGHT STAY AT SHIRA 1 CAMP

PUBLIC CAMPSITE:

• NAME OF THE CAMP: SHIRA 1 CAMP
• ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
• CAMP LOCATION: SHIRA 1
• ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE

We explore the Shira Plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. Then we divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira Plateau is one of the highest plateaus on earth.

• Elevation (ft): 11,500ft to 13,800ft
• Distance: 11 km/ 7 miles
• Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
• Habitat: Health
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: : Moir hut Camp

OVERNIGHT STAY AT MOIR HUT CAMP

PUBLIC CAMPSITE:

• NAME OF THE CAMP: MOIR CAMP
• ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
• CAMP LOCATION: MOIR HUT
• ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE

We begin the day climbing up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization.

• Elevation (ft): 13,800ft to 15,190ft to 13,044ft
• Distance: 7 km/4 miles
• Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
• Habitat: Alpine Desert
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: : Barranco Camp

OVERNIGHT STAY AT BARRANCO CAMP

PUBLIC CAMPSITE:

• NAME OF THE CAMP: BARRANCO CAMP
• ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
• CAMP LOCATION: BARRANCO
• ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE

After sleeping below the Great Barranco Wall, you get your chance to tackle this hurdle. Don’t worry…It’s much easier than it looks. Continue up until you reach just below the Heim Glacier. Then head down through the Karanga Valley. This is the last place for your porters to gather water. They will collect all the water for the remainder of the ascent here. You will settle in here at the Karanga Camp. After lunch, you can spend the afternoon doing light exploring or resting while taking in the views of Mawenzi’s towering spires.

• Altitude: 3,960 m to 4,035 m
• Distance Covered: 7 km
• Time to be used: 4-5 hours
• Habitat: Alpine Desert
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: Karanga Camp

OVERNIGHT STAY AT KARANGA CAMP

PUBLIC CAMPSITE:

• NAME OF THE CAMP: KARANGA CAMP
• ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
• CAMP LOCATION: KARANGA
• ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE

Awakening to the sunlight dancing off the Kibo Summit, you will enjoy a hearty breakfast before setting out to today’s destination – Barafu Camp. Most of the day will be spent walking through very dry desertic terrain, with Kibo ever present on your left side.

After 3 to 4 hours you will reach Barafu Camp, where you will have an early dinner and night as the highlight of your trip is only a few short hours away. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles.

Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position. Once at the camp, you can relax, have dinner and call it an early night.

• Altitude: 4034 m to 4,640 m
• Elevation (ft): 13,235 ft to 15,295 ft
• Distance Covered: 5 km
• Time to be used: 4-5 hrs
• Habitat: Alpine Desert
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: Barafu Camp

OVERNIGHT STAY AT BARAFU/KOSOVO CAMP

PUBLIC CAMPSITE:

• NAME OF THE CAMP: BARAFU CAMP
• ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
• CAMP LOCATION: BARAFU
• ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE

After a cup of hot tea and a light snack, the climb begins at around midnight. 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.

OVERNIGHT STAY AT MWEKA CAMP

PUBLIC CAMPSITE:

• NAME OF THE CAMP: MWEKA CAMP
• ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
• CAMP LOCATION: MWEKA
• ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE

The final leg of your amazing adventure begins after breakfast with a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain crew. Then a gentle 2 to 3 hours’ descent through the rainforest continues to Mweka Gate, where your driver will be waiting for you. He will take you back and after a warm shower, the rest of the day is free to relax, relax at the pool or celebrate your achievement Don’t forget to tip your guides and porters. It is time for celebration!

• Altitude: 3,080 m to 1,630m
• Distance Covered: 9.3km km down
• Time to be used: 2 - 3 hrs
• Habitat: Rain Forest
• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

OVERNIGHT STAY AT CRATER CAMP

PUBLIC CAMPSITE:

• NAME OF THE CAMP: CRATER CAMP
• ACCOMMODATIONS: FULL BOARD
• CAMP LOCATION: CRATER
• ROOM TYPE: SINGLE/ DOUBLE

_THE END OF TREK_

OVERNIGHT STAY; MOSHI WHITE HOUSE HOTEL (Optional)

BADGET LODGE (HOTEL):

• NAME OF THE HOTEL: KILIMANJARO WHITE HOUSE HOTEL
• ACCOMMODATIONS: BED AND BREAKFAST
• HOTEL LOCATION: MOSHI -KILIMANJARO
• ROOM TYPE: DOUBLE

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Price Inclusions

• Tourist Entry Park Fees and Bike entry fee
• Experienced Professional Tour guide
• All taxes
•  Gate transfer, Airport pick up and Drop up
• Crew Wages
• 2-nights Budget Hotel Accommodation – Before and after Trekking
• Private Cook and Porters

Price Exclusions

• Tips (Gratituities) to Guides, Cook and Porters
• Local and International flights
• Mountain Climbing Gears
• Visa & Travel insurance
• Expenses of a personal nature