Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

You will arrive latest 1pm, to begin the expedition. Destination airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you will be greeted by our friendly ground staff and transferred for an overnight stay in Moshi in an exclusive setting. There will be a final gear inspection on arrival with the opportunity to procure any last minute items locally.

Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeineDrink over 4 liters of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently) Most mountain climbers take Diamox in the morning, before they start their ascent, in order to reduce discomfort associated with altitude sickness. We recommend you consult your doctor prior to the trip in case of potential allergies. At night you may experience discomfort associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Taking altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a headache. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness. Altitude: 3,500m to 3,505m Hiking time: 1-2 hours Distance: 5Km Difficulty: Low Habitat: Meadows

After breakfast you will start trekking up to the second high-altitude camp, Shira 2 Camp . This trek is not difficult and you will be able to enjoy spectacular views of Africa and the unique flora of Kilimanjaro and the surrounding area. Shira 2 Camp is the best place on the trip to see Mount Meru, weather permitting. When you arrive to camp you will have lunch, and after a two-hour rest everyone will complete an acclimatization hike towards Lava Tower Camp that features a 200-meter gain in altitude. Altitude: 3,505m to 3,900m Hiking time: 3-4 hours Distance: 7Km Difficulty: Low Habitat: Moorland

After breakfast you will leave Shira Camp and start your way to the key point of the route: Lava Tower. This section of the route has a lot of ascents and descents that end in a camp at over 4,600 meters. It might be difficult, and you may feel some discomfort, but in order to successfully acclimate to the altitude you have to spend at least 1–2 hours here, so this is where lunch will be. Then you will descend to Barranco Camp. Here you can see the famous Barranco Wall, impressive in both its massive size and steepness! Next day you will be climbing it, but don't worry: it features a very simple hiking trail. Altitude: 3,900 m to 4,630m then descend to 3960m Hiking time: 6-8 hours Distance: 12Km Difficulty: Medium Habitat: Moorland

Early wakeup, breakfast and the start of summiting Barranco Wall . To avoid crowds on the narrow trail, we recommend leaving the camp as early as possible. Hiking up the gorge wall is not difficult and only takes around an hour. After the climb you can have a rest and take photos in front of the Kibo volcano. Then you start a more difficult hike to Karanga Camp, which features numerous ascents and descents during the route, but don't worry: our guides are experts at choosing an optimal pace for the group. After reaching the camp you will be offered warm lunch. After a couple of hours you will have to complete an acclimatization hike in the direction of Barafu Camp with a 200-meter gain in altitude, and then descent back down to the camp. It is better to spend the remainder of the day resting. Altitude: 3,960m to 4,035m Hiking time: 4-5 hours Distance: 5Km Difficulty: Medium Habitat: Moorland

In the morning after breakfast you begin your way to Barafu Summit Camp (4,640 m), the starting point for a night summiting Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Our team will set up a camp for you ahead of time, including tents and sleeping bags, so you can relax. After regaining strength, you have to complete an acclimatization hike towards the intermediate Kosovo Summit Camp (4,800 m) and then back to Barafu Camp, where you will be served a hot dinner. It is better to spend the remainder of the day resting and sleeping before night summiting. Altitude: 4,035m to 4,640m Hiking time: 8-12 hours Distance: 6Km Difficulty: Medium Habitat: Arctic

Departure from Barafu Camp at night and the start of summiting Kilimanjaro: Uhuru Peak . Technically the climb is relatively simple; however, the most challenging part is the high altitude. Each pair of climbers will get a personal guide for the entire ascent to monitor your physical and mental conditions. After your successful ascent to Uhuru Peak, you can descend to the nearest glacier if desired. Then you will return to Barafu Camp and after a 2-hour rest continue your descent to Millennium Camp. Altitude: 4640m to 5895m and descend to 3820m Hiking time: 8-12 hours Distance: 15Km Difficulty: High Habitat: Arctic

The camp is situated in a tropical rainforest. When you wake up, you will feel relief from the reduction of the height and the satisfaction of reaching the summit. After a warm breakfast, you will head for the park's exit: Mweka Gate (1,640 m). After your descent the whole group will gather to congratulate you, followed by offering you a chance to share your opinions on the climb in the guestbook. Lastly, we will present you with your commemorative certificates in our office and provide you a transfer back to the hotel. Altitude: 3820m to 1640m Hiking time: 4-5 hours Distance: 12Km Difficulty: Low Habitat: Rain Forest

Depart from Tanzania - Expedition ends.