| 3 Days | $1250 /person | Free Cancellation |
Tour Description
Embark on a transformative journey up the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro through the captivating Lemosho Route. Over 7 days, immerse you in a blend of diverse landscapes and cultural encounters. From the bustling Kilimanjaro Airport to the serene Moshi or Arusha, this trek promises an adventure of a lifetime. As you ascend, the journey weaves through varying terrains, each day presenting new obstacles and triumphs, culminating in the conquest of Africa's highest peak, Uhuru Peak.
Price Includes
- Sleeping bag or bed linen
- Rental vehicle
- Porterage
- Rescue fee
- Park fees
- A professional driver/guide
- 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)
- Camping equipment (only sleeping bag/bed linen may be listed as excluded)
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Price Excludes
- Bath towels
- Climbing gear
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- All flights during the tour
- International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline
- Personal items
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - Moshi/Arusha Londorossi Gate Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree)
The adventure begins as you head to the Londorossi Gate, the starting point of the trek. The altitude steadily rises, transitioning from lush rainforests to heath and moorlands. At Mti Mkubwa camp (approximately 2,820 meters), you will be surrounded by unique flora. [Geographical Description: The terrain shifts from urban landscapes to dense forests, with an elevation gain to approximately 2,820 meters.]
Accommodation: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite
Day 2 - Mti Mkubwa Shira 2 Camp
Ascending through the rainforest, the landscape opens up to expansive vistas as you reach Shira 2 Camp (approximately 3,850 meters). The temperature drops, and the vegetation changes to heathland, providing a glimpse of the impending alpine desert. [Geographical Description: The altitude continues to ascend to around 3,850 meters, transitioning the landscape into heath and moorland.]
Accommodation: Shira 1 Campsite
Day 3 - Shira 2 Camp Lava Tower Barranco Camp
Traversing towards Lava Tower, a substantial altitude gain is experienced. The terrain showcases unique volcanic formations. Descending to Barranco Camp (approximately 3,960 meters), the surroundings become increasingly arid, enclosed by imposing rock walls. [Geographical Description: The altitude peaks at Lava Tower (4,600 meters) before descending to Barranco Camp (3,960 meters). The terrain transforms into an alpine desert.]
Accommodation: Barranco Campsite
Day 4 - Barranco Camp Karanga Camp
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Negotiating the Barranco Wall, you traverse the Karanga Valley to reach Karanga Camp at an elevation of approximately 3,995 meters. The landscape becomes more austere, adorned with sparse vegetation typical of high-altitude zones. [Geographical Description: Altitude gradually increases to 3,995 meters, and the landscape evolves into a high-altitude desert environment.]
Accommodation: Karanga Campsite
Day 5 - Karanga Camp - Barafu Camp
The journey to Barafu Camp at around 4,673 meters intensifies as the summit approaches. Vegetation diminishes, unveiling the stark beauty of the alpine desert. Barafu marks the final stop before the ultimate ascent. [Geographical Description: Significant altitude rise to 4,673 meters occurs as the landscape transforms into a rocky alpine desert.]
Accommodation: Barafu Campsite
Day 6 - Barafu Camp Uhuru Peak (Summit Point) Back to Barafu Camp then to Mweka Camp
Ultimate challenge awaits as you summit Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters). Descending to Barafu Camp, the journey then continues to Mweka Camp (3,100 meters). The vast altitude changes showcase Kilimanjaro's diverse ecological zones. [Geographical Description: Reaching the summit at 5,895 meters, the descent covers various terrains, from alpine desert to moorland and eventually to rainforest.]
Accommodation: Mweka Campsite
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Day 7 - Mweka Camp Mweka Gate Moshi
Descending through the lush Mweka rainforest, the journey concludes at Mweka Gate. A transfer takes you back to Moshi, marking the end of an extraordinary adventure. [Geographical Description: The descent from 3,100 meters to the Mweka Gate at 1,640 meters offers a transition from high-altitude zones to dense rainforest.]
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Burigi Chato Safaris CO LTD
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Helena
April 25, 2022 at 10:46 am
Take in the iconic skyline and visit the neighbourhood hangouts that you've only ever seen on TV. Take in the iconic skyline and visit the neighbourhood.
Helena
April 25, 2022 at 10:46 am
Take in the iconic skyline and visit the neighbourhood hangouts that you've only ever seen on TV. Take in the iconic skyline and visit the neighbourhood.