7-Day Lemosho Route Mt.Kilimanjaro Trek Budget Experience

Highlights

• Trek through the thick, untamed rainforest on the first day of your journey
• Enjoy a delicious meal at the Shira Camp 1 and Shira Camp 2
• Witness the stunning views of Mount Meru and Kibo Peak
• See the Shark’s Tooth and the Lava Tower on the way to Barranco Camp
• Watch the sunrise from the summit of Kilimanjaro

Description

Day 1: Starting point (2,300m) to Mti Mkubwa (2,750m) Trekking Time: 3 hours Distance: 7 km Altitude Gain: 450m After enjoying an appetizing meal at the hotel, you will continue on a bumpy three-hour drive from the hotel to the Londorossi Gate. We will travel amid the fascinating town of Boma N’gombe and the native people of Sanya Juu. Registration will be completed at the gate and then we will drive to the starting point of your trek at 2,350m. The trail journeys through the thick, untamed rainforest for the day. Day 2: Mti Mkubwa (2,750m) to Shira Camp 1 (3,550m) Trekking Time: 6-7 hours Distance: 10 km Altitude Gain: 800m The trail heads towards Shira Camp 1 and there is a shift in scenery to the heather and moorland zone – an arid landscape sprinkled with contrasting silver fauna and flora as well as the enormous lobelias. Stunning views of Mount Meru engulfing the fiery sunset are present in the west and the gleaming Kibo Peak makes its presence known. Day 3: Shira Camp 1 (3,550m) to Shira Camp 2 (3,840m) Trekking Time: 3-4hours Distance: 8km Altitude Gain: 290m The moorland landscape remains with its dusty, rocky ground and low grasses and shrubs. The scenic views of the towering mountain are best observed from this area and the path is generally flat. Day 4: Shira Camp 2 (3,840m) to Barranco camp (3,950m) via Lava Tower Trekking Time: 6-7 hours Distance: 11km Altitude Gain: 110m Today the Lemosho route connects with the Machame route before approaching Lava Tower. The landscapes are magnificent and the trail begins with a gentle incline towards the beautiful sights of Kibo Peak. Day 5: Barranco Camp (3,950m) to Barafu Camp (4,700) Trekking Time: 6 – 7 hours Distance: 9km Altitude Gain: 750m The day begins with a moderate trek up the Barranco Wall, it is steep but the climbing only requires your hands and feet for a short period of time (200m). Day 6: Barafu Camp (4,700m) to Summit (5895m) (Midnight start), descent to Mweka Camp (3100m) Trekking Time: 6 – 7 hours Distance: 5km Altitude Gain: 1195m You will be awoken at 11:00 pm to ensure that you have a light snack and a hot beverage before you embark on your 5km trek to the summit. Sixteen hours are needed to complete the trek Upon reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895m) you will attain an intangible reward, the heaven touching apex of the mountain drenched in a shroud of clouds and We will begin descending towards the Barafu Camp where we will have a short break before proceeding to the Mweka Camp (3,100m). The 9km trails features stunning views of the magnificent Kilimanjaro plains. Day 7: Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,800m) Trekking Time: 4 – 5 hours Distance: 10km Altitude Loss: 1300m You will enjoy an appetizing breakfast before your descent to the Mweka Gate (1,300m). The stroll provides you with beautiful scenery. from the tranquil Mweka gate, our driver will transport you to the hotel

Includes

All applicable park entry fees as per the program. Government taxes & local levies. Service of highly experienced English-speaking guide(s); porters & cook Camping equipment’s like mountain tents, mattresses, etc. Accommodation Type: Camping Transport from the hotel to the park gate as from the park gate to the hotel. Meals on Full board (Unless listed as upgrade) on trek as indicated on the program Unlimited drinking water (As specified in the day-by-day section) Rescue fees, Emergency oxygen, Pulse oximeter, and First aid kit Guides and porters' accommodations and their entry fees on the mountain Fair wages to guides and porters as approved by Kilimanjaro National Park Authority

Excludes

International flights (From/to home) and domestic Flight Pick up and drop off at the airport Medical/luggage Insurance. Sleeping bag Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day) Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, Visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.) Pre-& post climb accommodation (B&B) in Moshi Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set menu meals are part of the package. Portable flush toilet

Important Information

• This trek is physically demanding and requires a good level of fitness. Acclimatization days are included in the itinerary to help reduce the risk of altitude sickness. Travel insurance that covers high-altitude trekking is highly recommended. Ensure you have the necessary vaccinations for travel to Tanzania. Visitors are advised to bring cash in Tanzanian Shillings for personal expenses as access to ATMs may be limited. A valid passport is required for entry into Tanzania. It's advisable to arrive at least one day before the trek starts to prepare and meet the team.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund