LEMOSHO ROUTE OVERVIEW

The Lemosho Route is the most scenic trail on Kilimanjaro, offering panoramic vistas from multiple sides of the mountain. Due to the ideal balance of limited trekkers, beautiful scenery and a high summit success rate,this is our preferred route. You will begin with a drive from Moshi to the Londorossi Gate, which approaches the mountain from the west. The first two days of your trek you will cross the Shira Plateau from west to east, which is a relatively flat hike. As you approach Lava Tower, this route joins the Machame route. You will traverse underneath Kilimanjaro’s Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit and will begin your summit climb from the Barafu Camp. The descent will be via the Mweka Route.

WHY 7 DAYS LEMOSHO ROUTE

The Marangu Route is also known as the "Coca Cola" or "tourist" route. It is the easiest and shortest route to the summit. This is also the only route with the comforts of sleeping huts at every camp site with solar lights and comfortable beds. The huts are communal, and the bunks have a sponge mattress and pillow.
This route is usually done in 5 days but can be done in 6 days for better acclimatization. The extra day can be spent resting at Horombo or climbing the small peak of Mawenzi.

DAY 0:Arrival
You will be met at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and be driven to your hotel in Moshi. Your mountain guide will give you a briefing of your upcoming climb while at your hotel.
DAY 1: Londorossi Gate (2360m) – Mti Mkubwa Camp (2810m)
-- Walking distance: 6 km, 3-4 hrs
-- All meals are included (breakfast this day not included in budget package)

After breakfast at your hotel, you will begin your adventure with a two-hour drive to the Londorossi Park Gate (2100m). As the guides and porters prepare and pack the supplies, you will get registered into the park. Your trekking will begin through the rainforest and you will camp at 2810m for your first night’s camp.

DAY 2: Mti Mkubwa camp (2810m) – Shira 2 camp (3505m)
-- Walking Distance: 8 km, 6-8 hrs
-- All meals are included

As you depart MtiMkubwa, you will travel through the Heath and Moorland Zone. Following the Shira Ridge, you will enter the vast high-altitude desert plateau as the first views of Mount Kilimanjaro unfold on the horizon.
DAY 3: Shira camp 2 (3505m) -Barranco camp(3950m)
Trekking time: 7 – 9 hrs
All meals are included

As your route turns east, you will be in the semi-desert and rocky landscape that surrounds Lava Tower. You will first head to Moir camp, which is nestled near enormous beds of volcanic rock and surrounded by rocky hills and cliffs. To aid with your acclimatization, you will hike to the base of Lava Tower at 4500M. Following a short rest, you will descend through the Senecio Forest passing beautiful waterfalls. The BarrancoCamp is set in the shadow of the massive BarrancoWall, with easterly breezes often carrying misty clouds from the Barranco Valley.
DAY 4: Barranco Camp(3950m) – Karanga Camp(3995m)
--Walking distance: 3-5hrs, 5km
--All meals are included

Today’s challenge will be trekking the 150M face of the BarrancoWall. As you scramble over this wall face, you will gain a great appreciation for the work performed by the porters each day, and will arrive at camp for a well-deserved dinner and rest.
DAY 5: Karanga Camp(3995m) – Barafu Camp(4600m)
-- Walking distance: 3-5hrs, 4km
--All meals are included

Your morning trek will be a slow and steady uphill hike as you enter into the Arctic Zone. As the temperatures become cooler, the excitement will fill the camp as you make final preparations for the summit day ahead.
DAY 6: Summit attempt, Barafu Camp (4600m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Mweka Camp (3100m)
-- Walking Distance: 12-14hrs, 21km
-- All meals are included --

This is the day for which you have prepared; your greatest trekking challenge and most rewarding moment. You will receive an early wake up call for preparation and a light breakfast before beginning your summit trek at 0100 Hours. Spectacular views coupled with the amazing sunrise will warm your soul and strengthen your spirit, as the iconic Uhuru Peak comes into view. After your well-earned summit accomplishment, you will descend to Barafu Camp for a break and celebration before continuing to Mweka Camp.
DAY 7: Mweka Camp(3100m) – Mweka gate
-- Walking Distance: 3-4hrs, 10km
--Breakfast Included
--Overnight accommodation included in Moshi

Your last trek will take you to the park gate. Here you will receive your appropriate summit certificate. You will then be driven back to your hotel in Moshi, where you can treat yourself to a welcome shower and celebrate with cold drinks.
DAY 8: Depart Tanzania
This day will have an open agenda. You may want to simply wind down at the hotel or spend some time exploring Moshi before heading to the airport. As well, you may want to add a safari or a trip to Zanzibar on to your African adventure.
GROUP SIZE AMOUNT(US DOLLAR)
1 Person $2000
2-4 People $1900
5-7 People $1850
8-10 People $1800

PRICE INCLUDES

Transfers:

Return transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to accommodation in Moshi; Return transfer from accommodation in Moshi to the entry gate into Kilimanjaro National Park.

Entry fees:

Park Fees: all park fees collected by Kilimanjaro National Park (conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fee, rescue fee and all others).

Accommodation:

Accommodation at hotel one night before and one night after the expedition. You will have all for a comfortable stay - friendly staff, clean rooms, Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool;
Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern comfortable 4-season );
Please note: by default, you will share a room and a tent with your travel companion. If you travel solo on a group expedition, we will room you with a same-sex participant. Single supplement is available upon request.

Meals:

Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike;
All meals on the hike. You will find delicious energy-rich meals on our mountain menus. Our professional chefs will prepare assorted soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables. Vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options are available at no extra cost;
All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate and water).

Hiking and safety equipment:

Comfortable sleeping mats;
All group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery);
Oxygen cylinders and oximeters;
Complete medical kits including Diamox.
Private portable Toilet.

Climbing crew:

Professional guides licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All guides are holder of Wilderness First Responder certification. All of them have 7+years of successful experience;
Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.).

Taxes:

18% VAT, 1% TDL and 0.3% Service Levy.

PRICE EXCLUDE

International flights;
Visa fee (100 USD for American citizens and 50 USD for all others);
Personal gear rentals;
Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the climb);

MAP OF MARANGU ROUTE