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The Lemosho Route

This route is one of the more unusual routes on Kilimanjaro. Although offering spectacular views, only few climbers take this route. Overnight  camping.

ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS:

  • TENTED ACCOMMODATION ONLY (SLEEPING BAG & HIKING MATTRESS REQUIRED).
  • PHOTOGRAPHIC SCENERY
  • LONGER TREKKING
  • BIG GAME ANIMAL VIEWING POTENTIAL

MAP OF LEMOSHO ROUTE ABOVE

7 DAY LEMOSHO ITINERARY:

Day 1
Londrosi gate - Simba Camp (3-4 hrs)
Collect from your hotel in Arusha after breakfast and transfer to Lemosho gate. Then trek up to Simba Camp for, dinner and overnight.

Day 2
Simba Camp - Shira 1 (3 hrs)
From Simba Camp continue trekking to Shira 1 Camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 3
Shira 1 - Moir Hut (3-4 hrs)
From Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut for dinner and overnight.

Day 4
Moir Hut - Lava Tower (3 hrs)
The trek continues from Moir Hut to Lava Tower for dinner and overnight.

Day 5
Lava Tower - Arrow Glacier (1-2 hrs)
At midnight to Uhuru Peak and down to Barfu Hut (6-7 hrs)

Day 6
Barafu Hut - Mweka Hut (4 hrs)

Day 7
Mweka Hut - Mweka gate (4 hrs)
From Mweka Hut to Mweka gate, from where you will be transferred to Arusha or Moshi.


 Note: This route can also be climbed in 6 days for better acclimatization.


Included:

  • National park entry fees, camping fees, rescue fees
  • English speaking guide(s), cook and porters
  • Full board camping accommodation during the climb
  • All camping equipment
  • One day accommodation before and after the climb
Not included:
  • Other drinks
  • Sleeping bag
  • Personal expenses and tips