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8 Days
Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route itinerary
8 Days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route itinerary. is approaching the
summit from the west of the Mountain. Lemosho route is considered to be easier
and more beautiful than any other trail and it retains a real sense of unspoilt
wilderness. The drive from Moshi town take about 70km 2hrs drive. It is the
only route with distant gate from Moshi town. We travel through the forest and
moorland from the west of the mountain, crossing the caldera of Shira volcano
and exploring the rock formations of the plateau.
The 8 days route gives a complete maximum time to acclimatization and also
gives the perfect view of the glaciers on the crater rim, before joining with
other routes and making the final ascent to the top.
The best months for Climbing Kilimanjaro
Normally April and May are the months with long rains and should be avoided.
November is usually short rains but it is not often rains all day.
The best time for climbing Kilimanjaro is January to February and September.
July to August can be colder and November to December can be wetter.
January to March is the warmest months, almost clear of clouds each evening and
morning.
The success rates with our guides are outstanding compared to the overall
success rates for all climbers who attempt to reach the top.
Summit Success Rates: Stella Point (98%). Uhuru Peak
(96%).
Day 1: Arrive in Moshi
Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). We will arrange a
private transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). To Arusha where the rest of the day is at leisure. .We
will gather in the hotel for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check.We will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and
travel insurance.
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp (Full board)
After breakfast at the hotel in Arusha, we drive approximately 2 hours through
the rural countryside to the Londrossi Gate. For the necessary park
registration formalities at the Londorossi National Park gate, we drive through
varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho road head.
We start our ascent along the forest trail we camp at Lemosho Mti Mkubwa Camp.Londrossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650 m); 3-4 hours walking.
Day 3: Shira Camp (Full board)
We leave the forest behind now, the trail climbs steadily with wide views to
reach the rim of the Shira Plateau. A full day trekking with slow and
steady pace up to Shira Camp.Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp (3,550 m): 6-7 hours walking.
Day 4: Shira Hut (Full board)
Today we follow an easy path to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching
the next camp at Shira Hut. As this camp is quite exposed, it can be substantially colder than the previous
night, with temperatures dropping to well below freezing.
Shira Camp to Shira Hut (3,840 m): 3-5 hours walking.
Day 5: Barranco Valley (Full Board)
Today we walk on a gentle ascent and panoramic views. We traverse the
southwest side of Kilimanjaro, passing underneath the Lava Tower and the final
section of the Western Breach and after hot lunch the bottom of the Lava Tower
(4,600 m.) we descend to the bottom of the Great Barranco valley
(3,900 m.).
Shira Hut to Barranco valley (3,900 m.): 5-7 hours walking.
Day 6: Karanga Camp (Full Board)
A steep climb up the eastern wall leads us just below the Heim Glacier, where
we may have some spectacular views of Kilimanjaro. We then take a steep exit up
the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo,
the trail continues down into the alpine desert of the Karanga Valley, finally
we have a steep climb up to Karanga Camp
Day 5: Karanga camp (4,000 m): 4-5 hours walking.
Day 7: Barafu Camp (Full Board)
Today we take the Traverse Route that takes up the Barafu Ridge, we walk up quite
slowly to the final camp before your last ascent day to the summit.
The remainder of the day is spent relaxing in preparation for the final ascent
before a very early night. Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (4,600 m): 3-4 hours walking.
Day 8: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp (Full Board)
Wake up before midnight in the cover of darkness. We begin a steep climb over
loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace
will take us to rim of the main crater, Stella Point, at 5,735m. We will rest
there for few minutes to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still
feeling good can continue slowly to make the two hour round trip from here
along the crater rim to main peak (5,895 m), which is the highest point in
Africa. After a few minutes to appreciate your accomplishment we descend to
Barafu is amazingly fast, and we stop at Barafu Camp for some refreshment, we
continue to descend to reach Mweka Camp.
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp (3100 m): 13-15 hours walking.
Day 9: Mweka Gate to Moshi (Full Board)
A gentle walk takes us down through the rainforest to Mweka gate successful
climbers will receive their summit certificates. After lunch we drive back to
Arusha at Ilboru Safari Lodge.Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate: 3-5 walkingArusha (None) Depart toKilimanjaroInternational AirpPrivatedeparturetransferisinclude
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