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Tanzania · Trekking
The journey
Experience an 8-day Kilimanjaro climb via the scenic Lemosho Route. Trek through diverse landscapes, from lush forests to alpine moorlands and rugged volcanic terrain, with expert guides, nutritious fresh meals, and comfortable campsites throughout your journey. The climb includes airport transfers, a detailed trek orientation, essential acclimatization days, a challenging summit attempt at Uhuru Peak, and post-trek relaxation in Moshi. Receive a summit certificate to commemorate your achievement on Africa's highest peak.
Climb for 6 hours through scree to Stella Point (5,685 m) for sunrise.
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Day by day
Transfer to your hotel in Moshi.
Attend an orientation for your trek.
Your guides will check your trekking gear.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Take a 4WD vehicle along the forest track to Lemosho Glades (45 minutes).
Hike for 3 hours through forest trails to Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Cross the Shira Ridge at 3,600 m (11,810 ft).
Descend gently to Shira Camp 1 near a stream on the Shira Plateau.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Use the day for acclimatization with optional walks on the plateau.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Pass through a rocky landscape to Lava Tower at 4,630 m (15,190 ft).
Optional scramble to the top of Lava Tower.
Descend for 2 hours below the cliffs to Barranco Camp at 3,950 m (12,960 ft).
Enjoy sunset views while waiting for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Trek through Karanga Valley on the South Circuit path.
Hike for about 7 hours to Barafu Camp at 4,600 m.
Prepare for summit night with dinner and rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Climb for 6 hours through scree to Stella Point (5,685 m) for sunrise.
Continue hiking to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Descend for 3 hours back to Barafu Camp for a short rest.
Hike down to Mweka Camp at 3,100 m.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Sign the register and receive your summit certificates.
Drive back to Moshi for a hot shower and an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch included.
Where this trip takes you
Londorossi Gate forest trails, Shira Plateau moorland, Lava Tower, Uhuru Peak sunrise
The route
The fine print
Private transport from the hotel to the park gate (starting point for the climb)
All National Park entry fees
All camping fees
Two nights' hotel accommodation, the night before and the night after the climb, with breakfast included
Hut fees [Marangu route]
Friendly and competent trained mountain guides, assistant guides, porters, and professional cooks
Three full fresh meals daily, with fresh food prepared by skilled professional cooks, considering vegetarian and non-vegetarian preferences; a menu especially designed for climbers
Hot drinks on the mountain and hot water for washing provided every day on the mountain
Quality spacious tents, sleeping mats, camping tables, camping chairs, and a mess/dining tent
Kilimanjaro National Park certificate for a successful summit attempt
Qualified medical guides
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as hot drinks on the mountain
Salaries for guides, cooks, and porters
Rescue fees (Kilimanjaro Park rescue team fees)
Government taxes
Pickup and drop-off at the airport
Evacuation services
Supplementary portable oxygen and a complete first aid kit (used in case of emergency only)
Pulse oximeter carried by all chief guides
Three to four liters of mineral/treated water per climber provided daily during the climb
Items of a personal nature
Tips for guides, porters, and cook
Personal hiking/trekking gear (some gear is available for rent)
Snacks and personal medicine
Meals, drinks, and snacks not specified at the hotel
Logistics
Your 8 days finish where they began, in Kilimanjaro Airport Rd.
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