7-Day Lemosho Route-Kilimanjaro Climbing
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Overview
Embark on a 7-day ascent to the roof of Africa, beginning at Lemosho on the Western side of Mount Kilimanjaro. This incredible journey takes you across some of the mountain's most scenic and awe-inspiring landscapes. On Day 4, the route joins the Machame path above Shira Camp. From there, you continue the trek to Barafu Camp before making your final push to the summit via Stella Point. The descent follows the Mweka route, offering stunning views and a rewarding end to the adventure. Comfort Level
Tour Start
Tour End
Tour Type
Transport
Budget
Arusha
Arusha
Private Tour
Private Cars
Day by Day Activities
Day 1 - KILIMANJARO – FOREST CAMP
Departing from Arusha, we travel by vehicle to the Lemosho trailhead. Upon arrival, you'll meet your full crew and begin the trek at a relaxed pace through the lush afro-montane forest. Enjoy lunch along the trail, surrounded by the peaceful beauty of nature. By mid-afternoon, we reach our campsite for the night. The overnight stay is at Forest Camp, where you'll be provided with full board. This is a great opportunity to unwind and get acclimated to the stunning environment that surrounds you.
Accommodation
Forest Camp
Meals & Drinks
Lunch, Dinner, Beer & Wine, Bottle Water, Soft Drinks
Main Destination
Kilimanjaro National Park
Day 2 - KILIMANJARO – SHIRA 1 CAMP
Starting from the lush Lemosho slopes, you ascend through Podocarpus and Juniper forests, gradually emerging into the heath zone and onto the stunning Shira Plateau. Enjoy lunch along the trail before reaching camp by mid-afternoon. Overnight at Shira 1 Camp (full board).
Accommodation
Shira 1 camp
Meals & Drinks
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottle Water, Soft Drinks
Main Destination
Kilimanjaro National Park
Day 3 - KILIMANJARO – SHIRA 2 camp
After a long hike and notable altitude gain the previous day, today’s trek is shorter, allowing you to reach Shira 2 Camp by lunchtime. This provides a great opportunity for acclimatization, with an optional afternoon walk led by your guides. Enjoy a restful evening at Shira 2 Camp. (Full board)
Accommodation
Shira 2 Camp
Meals & Drinks
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottle Water, Soft Drinks
Main Destination
Kilimanjaro National Park
Day 4 - KILIMANJARO – BARRANCO CAMP
Today is a walk high sleep low day. You ascend into alpine desert and for those that are feeling strong you can even head up to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco camp. Lunch is taken as a picnic lunch on route. This is long day but pays dividends later on – great acclimatization day! Overnight Barranco Camp (full board).
Accommodation
Barranco Camp
Meals & Drinks
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottle Water, Soft Drinks
Main Destination
Kilimanjaro National Park
Day 5 - KILIMANJARO – BARAFU CAMP
From Barranco camp, famous for its’ giant groundsels (Senecio species), you ascend the Barranco wall and hike glacial valleys to Karanga camp. Lunch is taken at Karanga valley before heading to Barafu in the afternoon. Desolate alpine desert and at times strong winds rip over this camp and yet in the evening splendid views of Mawenzi peak are the norm. A relatively early dinner is taken before heading to rest for the evening. Overnight Barafu Camp (full board).
Accommodation
Barafu Camp
Meals & Drinks
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottle Water, Soft Drinks
Main Destination
Kilimanjaro National Park
Day 6 - KILIMANJARO – MWEKA CAMP
most people depart just before midnight for the final summit bid. Patience and persistence is the name of game to reach the summit and by dawn as the first rays of light start to appear, most arrive near the rim. Ascending via Stella Point affords a relatively short final section to Uhuru peak, the Roof of Africa! What goes up must come down and your goal today is to reach Mweka camp. Overnight Mweka Camp (full board).
Accommodation
Mweka Camp
Meals & Drinks
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottle Water, Soft Drinks
Main Destination
Kilimanjaro National Park
Day 7 - MWEKA CAMP TO THE GATE THEN ARUSHA-END
A final descent of 4,500 ft brings you down to Mweka Gate where your team will have prepared another scrumptious and fresh lunch and your transfer vehicles will be waiting to collect you. Here you will say goodbye to our mountain staff before heading to the hotel near Arusha for a farewell dinner and either overnight or a day room and departure. Extend your Tanzanian vacation with Kili Climb Africa Safaris on safari, walking safari or other adventure
Accommodation
No Accomodation
Meals & Drinks
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottle Water, Soft Drinks
Main Destination
Kilimanjaro National Park
Included
- Park fees (For non-residents) All activities (Unless labeled as optional) All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade) Camping equipment A professional driver/guide All transportation (Unless labeled as optional) All Taxes/VAT Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section) Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights (From/to home) Roundtrip airport transfer Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour Sleeping bag Bath towels Tips (Tipping Mountain Crew ) Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.) Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees.
Tour Operator
Kiliclimb Africa Safaris
Established:
Member of: TATO
Team Size: 20
Offices In: Tanzania,Arusha
Destinations: Tanzania
Safari Types: Private, Shared & Self Driving Tours
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- This tour is operated by Kiliclimb Africa Safaris, not by Safarivendors.com.
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Starting From
$1950
Tour By Kiliclimb Africa Safaris
Safari Types: Private, Shared & Self Driving Tours
Offices In: Tanzania,Arusha
Team Size: 20
Member of: TATO
Destinations: Tanzania
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