Kilimanjaro - Lemosho Route & Zanzibar Adventure - 14 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female50%
- Male50%
Average age
Start / End
- Moshi
- Zanzibar
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 12Meals included
28Highlights
- Marvel at the stunning scenery from Africa's highest mountain
- Camp along the trail
- More time for acclimatization increases summit success rates
- Explore Stone Town — a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Take in the aromas on a spice plantation tour
- Relax on a tropical beach
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Summary
Follow the path less travelled up Mt Kilimanjaro's longer — but arguably more scenic — Lemosho route, with time afterwards to explore another side of Tanzania. This 14-day tour takes you along incredible landscapes and up challenging terrain to the continent's highest peak with experienced guides and porters cheering you on. But there's plenty more that awaits closer to the Earth's surface, like Zanzibar's spice plantations and postcard-perfect beaches to rest sore muscles.
Itinerary
Day 1
Moshi
Arrive at any time.
Day 2
Moshi/Mti Mkubwa Camp
Begin the Lemosho trail of Mt Kilimanjaro ending for the day at the Mti Mkubwa Campsite.
Day 3
Mti Mkubwa Camp/Shira 1 Camp
Climb into the moorland over the Shira ridge and down to the plateau and the Shira 1 Camp.
Day 4
Shira 1 Camp/Shira 2 Camp
Because the hiking time is only about 3 hours today, use the free time to take a number of short acclimatization walks around and above the Shira 2 Camp. This camp is more exposed than the previous night's camp. It may be windier and colder, with temperatures dropping to below freezing.
Day 5
Shira 2 Camp/Barranco Camp
Climb through rocky scree to the Lava Tower. Descend into the Great Barranco Valley to acclimatize and camp.
Day 6
Barranco Camp/Karanga Camp
Tackle the Great Barranco Wall up into the alpine desert of the Karanga Valley.
Day 7
Karanga Camp/Barafu Camp
In preparation for the final ascent the same night, you will familiarize yourself with the terrain before dark, and prepare your equipment and thermal clothing for the summit attempt. Sleep may be difficult, but lie down after dinner to try and rest for the 1295m final ascent.
Day 8
Barafu Camp/Mweka Camp
This stretch is the longest, and the most mentally and physically challenging of the trek. But the feeling of conquering Kilimanjaro will stay with you forever.
Day 9
Mweka Camp/Moshi
Arrive to Moshi in the afternoon. Time to relax, take a shower, and celebrate with a drink. Cheers to climbing Mt Kilimanjaro! Before dinner, you will be welcomed and congratulated on your climb by the mamas of the Moshi Women’s Cooperative, a project supported by the tour operator. They will present you with a gift and a certificate to remember all your efforts on the mountain.
Opt to pre-book the Lala Salama Spa & Beauty Aromatherapy Massage, which partners with Moshi Women's Cooperative, by adding it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Day 10
Moshi/Stone Town
Transfer to the airport for a short, but scenic flight to this island paradise. Arrive in Stone Town in time for lunch and an orientation walk. If you opt to continue on for a longer tour of Stone Town, you will be visiting the Old Slave Market and Palace Museum; entrance to these sites are optional and are to be purchased on site.
Day 11
Beach day in Zanzibar
Visit a local spice plantation for a guided tour. Continue to the white-sand beaches and turquoise waters of Zanzibar's beautiful coast.
Day 12
Beach day in Zanzibar
Enjoy free time to lounge on the beach, snorkel, or tour the island.
Day 13
Beach day in Zanzibar
Enjoy free time to lounge on the beach, snorkel, or tour the island.
Day 14
Stone Town
Onward travel should be booked no earlier than 2:30pm.
What's Included
Accommodation
Simple hotels (6 nts), full-service alpine camping (7 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 13, Lunches: 8, Dinners: 7
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
Climbing Kilimanjaro was a dream for many years, and g adventures and the best team I could have asked for made my dream come true- it was an amazing trip finished with recovery at the beach- africa you have my heart! I have used g adventures numerous times now on very differing holidays and every time they are excellent for service, staff attitude and value for money
Alison Sep, 2024 VerifiedI could not recommend the trip more. I've only ever solo travelled and created my own itineraries, so I wasn't quite sure what to expect from an organised trip, but I was very pleasently surprised. What struck me the most was the camraderie, respect (towards each other, towards nature, towards culture) and absolute joy the G Adventures team had. Hats off to everyone who made this trip possible, we're very grateful to have had the opportunity to experience Tanzania with you. I'll definitely be back to visit ! I was very impressed by the level of organisation and attention to detail throughout our trip, especially during the Kilimanjaro section of our trip where by due to the nature of the activity we would've been more likely to encounter hiccups during the journey. Every detail of the Kilimanjaro trip was well thought out and explained to us, which meant we knew exactly what to expect every step of the way.
Maria Sep, 2024 Verified
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