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FrenchMount Kilimanjaro Climbing - Lemosho Route
Offered by - Avocet Tanzania Luxury Safaris
Tour Features
Lemosho route is one of the best routes for acclimatization. The route is less used and a beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau. The route is one of the few where groups may be accompanied on the first day by an armed ranger, as the forests around the Lemosho Glades are inhabited by buffalo, elephant and other wildlife. The minimum duration for the Lemosho route is 6 days, however we strongly recommend hiking the route in 8 days. The additional 8th day will give your body more time to acclimatize, reducing the effects of altitude sickness and give you more time to rest before attempting the summit.
| Budget tour | This budget tour includes camping and tented camps. |
| Cannot be customized | The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed. |
| Shared tour | This tour will be shared with other travelers. Maximum 10 people. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Minivan, Walking. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 01 | Mti Mkubwa Camp No images available | Lunch & Dinner Included |
| 02 | Shira 1 Camp No images available | All Meals Included |
| 03 | Shira 2 Camp No images available | All Meals Included |
| 04 | Barranco Camp No images available | All Meals Included |
| 05 | Karanga Camp No images available | All Meals Included |
| 06 | Barafu Camp No images available | All Meals Included |
| 07 | Millennium Camp No images available | All Meals Included |
| 08 | On Own No images available | Breakfast & Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 01 - Arusha - Londorosi Gate (2200m) - Mti Mkubwa Camp (2780m)After breakfast and briefing, drive to Londorosi Park Gate (about a 3-hour drive). From here a forest track requiring a 4WD vehicle leads to Lemosho Glades. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included
- Day 02 - Mti Mkubwa Camp (2780m) - Shira 1 Camp (3505m)You can begin your day early, with a satiating breakfast and a gradual climb upwards to 3500 meters. For the first time in your Kilimanjaro climb on the Lemosho route, you can enjoy the stunning views of the Shira Plateau and Kibo Volcano. The path between Mti Mkubwa Camp and Shira Camp is easier in comparison. In about 5-6 hours you can complete the trek, which takes you to a high altitude camp lying at nearly 3505 m. On reaching the camp, you begin your acclimatization processes, which is a prerequisite for the successful completion of the trek. A tasty hot lunch would soon follow these processes, so you can rest and explore the neighboring lands for the rest of the day.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 03 - Shira 1 Camp (3505m) - Shira 2 Camp (3900m)The 8-day program of hiking Kilimanjaro up the Lemosho Route promises something new every day. On the third day, you depart from Shira 1 Camp (3505 m) towards the Shira 2 Camp (3900m). This short-distance trek is smooth and comprises mild trekking experiences, with the effervescent flora of the Kilimanjaro moorland accompanying you throughout. If you’ve been yearning to have a clearer view of Mount Meru, Africa’s fifth summit, the Shira 2 Camp is where you can fulfil your dream. However, the weather should be good enough to help you enjoy the spectacular views at ease. On reaching the camp, you can enjoy a hot lunch. You’re left with nearly two hours for rest, after which you can end your acclimatization hike towards the Lava Tower Camp. Here, you can gain 300 meters in altitude!
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Shira 2 Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 04 - Shira 2 Camp (3900m) - Lava Tower - Barranco Camp (3960m)You can leave the Shira 2 Camp (3900 м) after having breakfast. The next part of your journey shall entail the key point of the Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route. This topsy turvy route encompasses several ascents and descents, which reach the camp at an elevation of 4600 meters. There may be challenges in reaching the spot owing to the twisted nature of the route. It is, however, imperative to take up these challenges and head towards the camp where you can successfully acclimatize yourself for the rest of the 8-day climb. You can have your lunch and spend the next few hours there. The next leg of the trek takes you towards the Barranco Camp (3690 m) from where you can see the famous Barranco Wall. This is a beautiful aspect of the trek, renowned for its steep height and huge size. The next day’s path will feature climbing this wall, but you needn’t worry as you will enjoy a simpler hike.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Barranco Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 05 - Barranco Camp (3960m) - Karanga Camp (4035m)The challenges of the next Lemosho Route distance are also quite invigorating. You can look forward to a great start of the day by waking up to an early breakfast. The ascent to the Barranco Wall is not hard, and you should be able to end it within an hour. You’ll be near the Kibo Volcano, where you can take pictures and rest for some time. The challenging hike to Karanga Camp begins here, where you can come across the numerous twists and turns in this route. Don’t worry about the level of difficulty however, since our guides are adept at choosing the most simplified route options for you. You can enjoy a freshly cooked, warm lunch on reaching the camp, after which you can go ahead with an acclimatization hike. This hike will be in the direction of Barafu Camp, where you get a 200-meter gain in altitude. You can then get downslope to the camp and rest your fatigued muscles.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Karanga Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 06 - Karanga Camp (4035m) - Barafu Camp (4640m)After a challenging day of hiking, the 6th day of your Kilimanjaro Climb up the Lemosho Route will entail ascending towards the Barafu Summit Camp. This is the starting point for conquering the Uhuru Peak. Once you reach this spot, you can at once relax in the tents, replete with sleeping bags and essentials. Our team makes it a point to set up everything for you beforehand, so you can maximize the excitement, without having to lose any time. You can rest for a short while, before heading towards the lying amidst Kosovo Summit Camp (4,800 m) and back for acclimatization. It is best to spend the rest of your time resting and preparing yourself for the night summiting.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Barafu Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 07 - Barafu Camp (4640m) - Uhuru Peak (5895m) - Barafu Camp (464At night, you will be departing for the Barafu Camp (4640m) where you can start climbing Uhuru Peak. Though the climb is simple, the high altitude makes things a little more challenging. Our personal guides will accompany every pair of climbers for the remaining ascension. These guides will ensure your physical and mental conditions. This is nearly the last leg of the program, from where you can begin your descent. It is a good time to look back at your wearisome travails in the past few days and relive the lovely memories of a successful summit. You can go downslope to the nearest glacier from this point, from where you can go back to the Barafu Camp and return towards the Millennium Camp, at 3820 m.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Millennium Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 08 - Millennium Camp (3820m) - Mweka Gate (1650m) - HotelThe Millennium Camp lies in the tropical rainforest, which will be a good spot to enjoy the last bit of your Kilimanjaro trek through the Lemosho Route. Here, you can savour a quick, warm breakfast and head towards the exit of the park – Mweka Gate (1650m). Upon completion of your descent, you will receive an overwhelming amount of congratulatory wishes from your group. This is a good chance to share your opinions about the Lemosho Route 8 day climb in your guest book. We will also provide you with certificates to commemorate your successful Kilimanjaro climb. Avocet Tanzania Safaris vehicle will be waiting for you at Mweka gate to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha, where you will take a hot shower and relaxation. End of services
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: On Own
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
May 10, 2023 - Jan 8, 2024
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
Avocet Tanzania Luxury Safaris
Tanzania
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