Mt Kilimanjaro Trek - Lemosho Route - 10 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female50%
- Male50%
Average age
Start / End
- Moshi
- Moshi
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 12Meals included
24Highlights
- Marvel at the stunning scenery from Africa's highest mountain
- Camp along the trail
- Summit to Uhuru Peak at sunrise
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Summary
Take the challenging and less-travelled Lemosho route, considered by many to be the most beautiful path up the western breach of the mountain, to the Shira Plateau. This adventure starts off with a few long days as you gain altitude, and has several days built in to help you acclimatize, improving your chances of making the summit. Enjoy the climb through magnificent forests and moorland, and emerge into high-alpine deserts as you enjoy spectacular views along the way to the summit.
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
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Simple hotel (2 nts), full-service alpine camping (7 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 9, 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
Enormously good fun, if you are appropriately fit, and I would recommend it to anyone thinking about it The evident care taken over the employment conditions of the local staff. At no stage did I feel uncomfortable with them, nor feel that they were being taken unfair advantage of.
Paul Oct, 2024 VerifiedThe team at G Adventures, from my initial booking through to my final ?good bye? was supportive and helpful. The CEOs on our trip were incredibly kind, supportive and worked tirelessly to make sure our trip was a success - both on a daily basis and on achieving our summit goal. The entire team of CEOs, G Fighters and support crew made the experience one that will never be forgot. G does everything it needs to, to provide the guests with everything they need, and the comfort and support to make them feel right at home.
Vincent Sep, 2024 Verified
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