8-Day Extra Comfort Kilimanjaro Trekking Lemosho Route

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Arusha

Airport pickup: We’ll greet you at Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport and provide transportation, including your return trip to the airport.
Hotel Accommodation: You'll enjoy your first night in a comfortable hotel.
You'll spend the night in a hotel, the same one as your first night’s stay.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Greenside Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp 2650m

You'll begin the day with breakfast and a 2 to 3-hour drive to the Lemosho Gate for registration and entrance permits.
You'll continue for an additional one-hour drive to the Lemosho starting point.
You'll disembark and enjoy a picnic lunch before meeting the entire crew, including guides, cooks, and porters.
You will start the hike by crossing a rainforest, covering 7km in 2 to 3 hours to reach Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Along the way, you'll observe the diverse flora, including impatiens Kilimanjaro, and potentially spot black and white Colobus monkeys and other forest wildlife. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mti Mkubwa to Shira 2 Camp 3850m

You will begin the day with a beautiful and lengthy hike, one of the longest.
You will walk for 3-4 hours in the first session, covering a distance of 7km to reach Shira 1 camp.
You'll pause for lunch and a short break before embarking on a 4 to 5-hour hike, covering an additional 9km.
You'll traverse the middle of the Shira Plateau, designated as a world heritage site, passing through the moorland zone.
You will arrive at the stunning overnight camp nestled at the base of a massive lava flow. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shira 2 Camp To Barranco Camp 3940m

You'll traverse the Alpine Desert on a 9km hike lasting approximately 6-8 hours.
You will begin by navigating steep hills and sparse rocks, progressing to a steady uphill climb.
You will reach the lava tower at 4600m, a 150-meter-high volcanic plug located just outside the mountain.
You'll halt for lunch around noon, with some individuals potentially experiencing a mild headache due to altitude change.
You will descend for about two hours through a trail of dust and rocks to reach the overnight rest stop at Barranco Camp. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Baranco Camp to Barafu Camp 4673m

You'll depart from Barranco after breakfast, ascending a steep ridge and passing the Barranco wall on the way to Karanga Valley campsite.
You will have lunch at Karanga, take a few minutes to acclimatize, and then proceed to Barafu Hut.
You'll reach the culmination of the South Circuit, providing diverse views of the summit.
You'll set up camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day at Barafu Hut, with the two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo visible.
You will cover a distance of 9 kilometers over 8-10 hours, entering the alpine desert. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barafu Camp To Summit 5895m and Descend to Mweka Hut 3100m

You'll wake up at around 11:00 pm, prepare with tea and snacks, and dress warmly for the summit.
You will begin the summit ascent at midnight, initially navigating steep rocks for two to three hours.
You'll progress through a zigzag area, reaching the crater rim and Stella Point (5756 meters) by 6:00 am.
You'll interact with climbers from other routes at Stella Point. Then, you'll join them towards Uhuru Peak, about one hour away.
You'll witness the sunrise either at Stella Point, on the way to Uhuru, or at Uhuru Peak (5895m), spending 10-15 minutes for pictures and views.
You'll descend to Barafu Campsite for a restful brunch, followed by a descent to Mweka Camp. You'll cover 5km ascent and 12km descent, with hiking times of 7-8 hours for ascent and 4-6 hours for descent to Mweka Hut at 3100m. Accommodation will be in a spacious comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

You will descend post-breakfast to the Mweka Gate (1640m) for summit certificates, braving potentially wet and muddy lower elevations.
Equip yourself with gaiters and trekking poles, while shorts and t-shirts should suffice (keep rain gear and warmer clothing within reach).
You will cover a descent distance of 10km over 3-4 hours, journeying through the lush rainforest.
Upon reaching the Mweka Gate, our vehicle will be ready to transport you back to your Arusha/Moshi hotel.
You'll enjoy a well-deserved hot shower and perhaps a celebratory drink to conclude your trek.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Greenside Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Departure

Transportation to the airport is included after your last night spent in the hotel.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.