8 Days Kilimanjaro Heights Conquered Trip of Lemosho Route Hiking Triumph
Operator: SMILE WIDE EXPEDITION
Overview
The Lemosho Route is a thrilling 8-day trek offering a challenging yet rewarding experience up the majestic Kilimanjaro. This journey encompasses diverse landscapes, varying climates, and awe-inspiring views. From the airport pickup to summiting the Uhuru Peak and descending back to Moshi, every moment is filled with discovery and triumph.
Tour Activities
- Walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Sleeping bag or bed linen
- Rescue fee
- Park fees
- A professional driver/guide
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- Camping equipment (only sleeping bag/bed linen may be listed as excluded)
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Exclusions
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- All flights during the tour
- International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline
- Personal items
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Package itinerary
Travel to Londorossi Gate: Start at Arusha, drive to Londorossi Gate, the entry point to Kilimanjaro National Park. Trek to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree). Distance: 7km, Duration: 4-5 hours. Temperature: 20°C-25°C, passing through lush rainforests.
Included for Day 1 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite
Trek to Shira 1 Camp: Trekking through heather and moorland. Distance: 11km, Duration: 6-7 hours. Elevation gain, reaching the Shira Plateau at 3,500m. Temperature: 15°C-20°C, offering scenic views of the Shira Ridge.
Included for Day 2 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Shira 1 Campsite
Ascend to Moir Hut: Venture into the alpine desert. Distance: 14km, Duration: 5-7 hours. Crossing ridges and valleys, elevation climb to 4,200m. Temperature: 10°C-15°C, rugged landscapes characterize this section.
Included for Day 3 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Moir Hut Campsite
Traverse to Barranco Camp: Hike towards Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco Camp. Distance: 10km, Duration: 6-8 hours. Temperature: 5°C-10°C, passing through the famous Barranco Wall, offering stunning views.
Included for Day 4 :
Accommodations:
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Trek to Karanga Camp: Ascend the Barranco Wall, traverse Karanga Valley to Karanga Camp. Distance: 5km, Duration: 4-5 hours. Temperature: 5°C-10°C, offering a challenging yet scenic route.
Included for Day 5 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Karanga Campsite
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Move to Barafu Camp: Ascend towards the Barafu Camp. Distance: 4km, Duration: 3-4 hours. Temperature: 0°C-5°C, reaching the base camp for the summit attempt.
Included for Day 6 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Barafu Campsite
Summit Day: Ascend to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Descend back to Barafu Camp and further to Mweka Camp. Distance: 15km, Duration: 12-16 hours. Temperature: -10°C to -5°C at the summit, experiencing the stunning glaciers and sunrise.
Included for Day 7 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Mweka Campsite
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Descend to Mweka Gate: Descend through lush rainforests to Mweka Gate. Distance: 10km, Duration: 3-4 hours. Temperature: 15°C-20°C. Celebrate the triumph and return to Moshi.
Included for Day 8 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Kilimanjaro White House Hotel
Guests Reviews
Write reviewEmma Watson
The Lemosho Route with this team was transformative. The guides were knowledgeable and encouraging. Each day's journey was well-paced, allowing us to acclimatize and absorb the beauty of Kilimanjaro. Highly recommended!"
Pedro Martinez
Unforgettable experience! The landscapes varied from lush forests to lunar-like terrains. The support from guides and porters was exceptional. I felt safe and challenged, a truly remarkable journey."
Yukiko Tanaka
"I was apprehensive about the trek, but the guides' expertise and encouragement made all the difference. Stunning landscapes, tough trails, but reaching Uhuru Peak was an emotional triumph. Arigato!"
Hans Schmidt
"The Lemosho Route was a test of endurance and determination. The guides were phenomenal, ensuring our safety and motivation. The changing landscapes were captivating. Ein unvergessliches Abenteuer!"
Maria da Silva
"A aventura mais desafiadora da minha vida! O trajeto nos levou por diferentes ecossistemas, com vistas de tirar o fôlego. A equipe foi excepcional, cuidando de nós em cada etapa da jornada."
