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The Best Lemosho Route A Scenic Kilimanjaro Trek to the summit
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Duration - 6 days
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Cancellation PolicyStandard
Overview
The Best Lemosho Route offers a scenic and gradual trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. With diverse landscapes ranging from lush rainforests to alpine deserts, this 6-day adventure ensures optimal acclimatization, stunning views, and a rewarding summit experience.
Highlights
- Sustainable Tourism
- Expert Guides
- Memorable Climbing
- Personalized Attention and Small Group Experience
- High success rate for reaching the summit.
- Best itinerary for acclimatization and scenic beauty.
Description
The Best Lemosho Route A Scenic Kilimanjaro Trek to the summit
The Best Lemosho Route is one of the most scenic and rewarding trekking paths on Mount Kilimanjaro, offering an unforgettable 6-day adventure to the summit. This route is renowned for its gradual ascent, which provides ample time for proper acclimatization, reducing the risk of altitude sickness. Hikers will experience a diverse range of ecosystems, from the lush rainforests and moorlands to the barren alpine desert near the summit. Along the way, you'll be treated to stunning views of Shira Plateau, Barranco Wall, and the surrounding landscapes.
The Lemosho Route is perfect for climbers seeking a balance of challenge and reward. With its slower pace and spectacular scenery, this route provides a greater chance of reaching the summit, Uhuru Peak (5,895m), and offers a more peaceful, less crowded experience compared to other routes. For those looking for an immersive, diverse trekking experience, the Lemosho Route is a top choice for climbing Kilimanjaro.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
- Accommodations,
- National Park fees & Government taxes
- Professional English speaking safari guide
- breakfasts lunches dinners.
- Pick up and Drop off to your hotel and the Airport.
- Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
- Private Mobile Toilet
- Purified Drinking Water
- Quality Mess Huts with table and chairs
- Exclusions:
- Personal expenses and items
- International airfares
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides, porter and cook
- Soda and Alcoholic beverages
- Extra activities not mentioned in the Itinerary
- Visa and passport fees
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Moshi
- Londorossi Gate
- Barranco Camp
- Karanga Camp
- Barafu Camp
- Uhuru Peak
- Mweka
6 Days Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Trek Itinerary:
Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp
- Elevation: 7,800ft to 9,500ft
- Distance: 6 km
- Hiking Time: 4 hours
- Habitat: Rain Forest
- After breakfast and briefing in Moshi/Arusha, drive to Londorossi Gate to complete formalities. Continue to the trailhead, where you’ll begin the hike through a lush rainforest, arriving at the Forest Camp for the night.
Day 2: Forest Camp to Shira Camp I to Shira Camp II
- Elevation: 9,500ft to 12,500ft
- Distance: 18 km
- Hiking Time: 10 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
- Ascend out of the forest and through lush rolling hills to Shira Camp I. Then, continue to Shira Camp II, offering stunning views of Kibo Peak.
Day 3: Shira Camp II to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
- Elevation: 12,500ft to 13,000ft
- Distance: 10 km
- Hiking Time: 8 hours
- Habitat: Semi Desert
- Ascend to Lava Tower (13,000ft), then descend to Barranco Camp, a crucial acclimatization day.
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
- Elevation: 13,000ft to 15,000ft
- Distance: 11 km
- Hiking Time: 9 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Climb the Barranco Wall, then descend to Karanga Camp. Continue to Barafu Camp for rest, preparing for the summit day.
Day 5: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut
- Elevation: 15,300ft to 19,345ft (Summit) and down to 10,000ft
- Distance: 6 km ascent / 13 km descent
- Hiking Time: 8 hours ascent / 7 hours descent
- Habitat: Arctic
- Start early at midnight, reaching the summit (Uhuru Peak) after a challenging ascent. Descend to Mweka Hut for rest.
Day 6: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Arusha/Moshi
- Elevation: 10,000ft to 5,400ft
- Distance: 10 km
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Rain Forest
- Descend to Mweka Gate, collect your summit certificates, and return to your hotel in Moshi/Arusha.
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