Adventure Safari
13 Days Kiliclimb Lemosho Expedition
Arusha, Lemosho Forest Camp, Shira Camp One, Moir Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Summit/Descent
13 Days, 12 Nights
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Overview
Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, is a popular destination for trekkers and climbers. There are several established routes, each offering different scenery, difficulty levels, and acclimatization profiles. The duration typically ranges from 5 to 9 days, with longer treks generally having higher summit success rates due to better acclimatization. The Lemosho Route is a popular and highly recommended route for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, known for its scenic beauty, good acclimatization profile, and high summit success rates
Arrive: Arusha, Tanzania
Depart: Entebbe, Uganda
Highlights
- Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a truly once-in-a-lifetime adventure, offering a unique blend of physical challenge, breathtaking scenery, and profound personal accomplishment.
- One of the most remarkable aspects of a Kilimanjaro climb is the rapid transition through five distinct ecological and climatic zones in just a few days - Cultivation Zone, Rainforest Zone, Heath and Moorland Zone, Alpine Desert Zone, Arctic Summit Zone.
- Reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895m / 19,341 ft), the highest point in Africa, is the ultimate highlight. The sense of accomplishment is overwhelming as you stand at the "Roof of Africa."
- Witnessing the sunrise from Uhuru Peak or nearby Stella Point, with the clouds spread out below and the African plains stretching into the distance, is an absolutely spectacular and unforgettable moment. The jagged silhouette of Mawenzi Peak often provides a dramatic backdrop.
Itinerary: 13 Days Kiliclimb Lemosho Expedition
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, proceed to clear with immigration and customs. Upon obtaining clearance, meet up with your driver guide just outside the arrivals lounge. You will be transferred your city hotel for the overnight.
An 8-day ascent to the roof of Africa. Starting at Lemosho on the Western side and traversing across the most spectacular parts of the mountain. It joins the Machame route above Shira Camp on day 4 and then from Barafu camp ascends to the summit via Stella Point. Descent is via the Mweka route.
LEMOSHO FOREST
START – 6,890FT / 2100M
END – 8,695FT / 2650M
DISTANCE – 4 MILES / 7KM
TIME – 4-6 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – AFROMONTANE FOREST
After breakfast you depart by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park. At the gate your crew finalise packing and after finishing with formalities you return to your vehicle for another 30 minutes or so until you arrive at the start of the Lemosho Trail. Today's hiking is through verdant afromontane forest and is steep in places. A picnic lunch is usually taken on trail during the hike before reaching Forest Camp for the night. (Lunch, Dinner)
LEMOSHO FOREST
START – 6,890FT / 2100M
END – 8,695FT / 2650M
DISTANCE – 4 MILES / 7KM
TIME – 4-6 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – AFROMONTANE FOREST
After breakfast you depart by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park. At the gate your crew finalise packing and after finishing with formalities you return to your vehicle for another 30 minutes or so until you arrive at the start of the Lemosho Trail. Today's hiking is through verdant afromontane forest and is steep in places. A picnic lunch is usually taken on trail during the hike before reaching Forest Camp for the night. (Lunch, Dinner)
START – 8,695FT / 2650M
END – 11,844FT / 3610M
DISTANCE – 4 MILES / 7KM
TIME – 5-7 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – HEATH
From the forested slopes of Lemosho you ascend through Podocarpus and Juniper forest and break out of the forest on to the heath zone and the Shira Plateau. A hot lunch is taken at Shira 1 Camp and the rest of the afternoon is spent relaxing and acclimatising to the new environment. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
END – 11,844FT / 3610M
DISTANCE – 4 MILES / 7KM
TIME – 5-7 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – HEATH
From the forested slopes of Lemosho you ascend through Podocarpus and Juniper forest and break out of the forest on to the heath zone and the Shira Plateau. A hot lunch is taken at Shira 1 Camp and the rest of the afternoon is spent relaxing and acclimatising to the new environment. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
START – 11,844FT / 3610M
END – 13,780FT / 4200M
DISTANCE – 6 MILES / 10KM
TIME – 4-5 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
Crossing the Shira plateau can be one of the most scenic parts of the trip and this morning we hike for around 4-5 hours to Moir Camp, where lunch is taken. The afternoon is spent acclimatising and for those with the energy a hike in the late afternoon up to a viewpoint is highly recommended to keep the blood flowing. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
END – 13,780FT / 4200M
DISTANCE – 6 MILES / 10KM
TIME – 4-5 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
Crossing the Shira plateau can be one of the most scenic parts of the trip and this morning we hike for around 4-5 hours to Moir Camp, where lunch is taken. The afternoon is spent acclimatising and for those with the energy a hike in the late afternoon up to a viewpoint is highly recommended to keep the blood flowing. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
START – 13,780FT / 4200M
END – 12,796FT / 3900M
DISTANCE – 7 MILES / 11KM
TIME – 7-9 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
From Moir we traverse across the slopes of Kibo. Here relatively little flora or fauna can survive the extreme temperature ranges and conditions that typify this zone. Today is a “walk high sleep low” day. You ascend into alpine desert to Lava Tower (Alt: 15,092ft, 4600m) where lunch is taken before descending to Barranco Camp. This is a long day but note that the next time you head to this altitude is in two days’ time at base camp – a great acclimatisation day! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
END – 12,796FT / 3900M
DISTANCE – 7 MILES / 11KM
TIME – 7-9 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
From Moir we traverse across the slopes of Kibo. Here relatively little flora or fauna can survive the extreme temperature ranges and conditions that typify this zone. Today is a “walk high sleep low” day. You ascend into alpine desert to Lava Tower (Alt: 15,092ft, 4600m) where lunch is taken before descending to Barranco Camp. This is a long day but note that the next time you head to this altitude is in two days’ time at base camp – a great acclimatisation day! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
START – 12,796FT / 3900M
END – 13,108FT / 3995M
DISTANCE – 3 MILES / 5KM
TIME – 4-5 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
From Barranco Camp, famous for its giant groundsels (Senecio species), you ascend the Barranco Wall and hike glacial valleys to Karanga Camp. Today is a relatively short day’s hike and lunch is taken at Karanga camp. The afternoon is spent relaxing and acclimatising. In the evening a practice walk for the summit is taken to make sure you are completely comfortable with the kit you are going to summit in. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
END – 13,108FT / 3995M
DISTANCE – 3 MILES / 5KM
TIME – 4-5 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
From Barranco Camp, famous for its giant groundsels (Senecio species), you ascend the Barranco Wall and hike glacial valleys to Karanga Camp. Today is a relatively short day’s hike and lunch is taken at Karanga camp. The afternoon is spent relaxing and acclimatising. In the evening a practice walk for the summit is taken to make sure you are completely comfortable with the kit you are going to summit in. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
START – 13,108 / 3,995M
END – 15,332FT / 4673M
DISTANCE – 2.5 MILES / 4KM
TIME – 4-5 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
Today is another half day ascending to Barafu Camp. Once again lunch is taken in camp allowing plenty of time to relax before the summit bid. Desolate alpine desert and, at times, strong winds rip over this camp; yet in the evening splendid views of Mawenzi are the norm. A relatively early dinner is taken before heading to rest for the remainder of the evening. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
END – 15,332FT / 4673M
DISTANCE – 2.5 MILES / 4KM
TIME – 4-5 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT
Today is another half day ascending to Barafu Camp. Once again lunch is taken in camp allowing plenty of time to relax before the summit bid. Desolate alpine desert and, at times, strong winds rip over this camp; yet in the evening splendid views of Mawenzi are the norm. A relatively early dinner is taken before heading to rest for the remainder of the evening. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
START – 15,332FT / 4673M
END – 10,171FT / 3100M
DISTANCE – 2.5 MILES / 4KM
TIME – 14-16 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT, ARCTIC, HEATH
Most people depart just before midnight for the final summit bid. Patience and persistence are the name of game to reach the summit (Uhuru Peak: 19341ft, 5895m) and by dawn as the first rays of light start to appear, most arrive near the rim. Ascending via Stella Point (Alt: 18,865ft, 5750m) affords a relatively short final section to Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa! What goes up must come down however. The first stage is to get back to our base camp for a quick change of clothes and refuel before the long hike downhill to Mweka Camp. The downhill is hard on the knees and walking poles at this stage are highly recommended. You should reach Mweka Camp before dusk for your final night on the mountain. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
END – 10,171FT / 3100M
DISTANCE – 2.5 MILES / 4KM
TIME – 14-16 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – ALPINE DESERT, ARCTIC, HEATH
Most people depart just before midnight for the final summit bid. Patience and persistence are the name of game to reach the summit (Uhuru Peak: 19341ft, 5895m) and by dawn as the first rays of light start to appear, most arrive near the rim. Ascending via Stella Point (Alt: 18,865ft, 5750m) affords a relatively short final section to Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa! What goes up must come down however. The first stage is to get back to our base camp for a quick change of clothes and refuel before the long hike downhill to Mweka Camp. The downhill is hard on the knees and walking poles at this stage are highly recommended. You should reach Mweka Camp before dusk for your final night on the mountain. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
START – 10,171FT / 3100M
END – 5,381FT / 1640M
DISTANCE – 6 MILES / 10KM
TIME – 3-4 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – AFROMONTANE FOREST
After breakfast you descend once again through Afromontane Forest and around midday, after saying farewell to your crew, you are picked up and transferred back to your lodge for a well-deserved shower! Later that evening you will be visited by our ground handler to congratulate you, to find out how the trip went and to answer any final questions you may have about your onward journey. Overnight Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge
END – 5,381FT / 1640M
DISTANCE – 6 MILES / 10KM
TIME – 3-4 HRS
CLIMATE ZONE – AFROMONTANE FOREST
After breakfast you descend once again through Afromontane Forest and around midday, after saying farewell to your crew, you are picked up and transferred back to your lodge for a well-deserved shower! Later that evening you will be visited by our ground handler to congratulate you, to find out how the trip went and to answer any final questions you may have about your onward journey. Overnight Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge
After breakfast this morning, you will be transferred to Arusha Airport in time for your scheduled flight to Serengeti. Disembark at Kogatende Airstrip where you will be met by a representative and transferred to your lodge where you will stay for 4 nights. Meals and game activities by Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge
Your safari ends today. Fly to Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight back home. End of our services
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