11 Day Trip – Climb Kilimanjaro via 8 Day Lemosho Route

What is included

• Trained Mountain Guide
• Cook
• Camp Crew
• Porters: 1 per person
• A lightweight mess tent
• Table and stools (no chairs)
• 3-person tent for 2
• Standard foam mattress
• Africafé instant coffee / tea
• Water / soda
• Full breakfast
• Cold lunch
• 2-course dinner
• Altitude Sickness Checklist
• Fully Stocked 1st Aid Kit
• Custom Evacuation Stretcher
• Roundtrip Airport Transfer
• Accommodation before and after the climb
• Walk-in mess tent
• backed camping chairs
• thick 3-inch foam mattress
• Full-size sleeping cot (raised above ground)
• Pillow
• Sleeping bag
• Thermal liner
• French press fresh coffee
• Shower / wash tent
• Walking poles
• Gaiters
• Pulse Oximeter
• Oxygen

Day by day

1. 1

   Day 1

   Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

   Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), our professional guide will be there to welcome you. You will then be transferred to your hotel for some rest after your journey. Pre-Climb Preparation: In the evening, meet your experienced guide for a detailed briefing on the climb. He will provide tips on what to wear, what to pack, and how to prepare for an enjoyable and safe ascent. Stay: Hotel

2. 2

   Day 2

   Lemosho Gate (2,100m) – Big Tree Camp (2,780m)

   The adventure begins! After breakfast, we drive to Lemosho Gate, located on Kilimanjaro’s western side. Following registration, we hike through the lush rainforest to reach Big Tree Camp. Look out for blue monkeys and colobus monkeys along the way! Stay: Big Tree Camp · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3. 3

   Day 3

   Big Tree Camp (2,780m) – Shira 1 Camp (3,510m)

   Today’s trek takes us from Big Tree Camp to Shira 1 Camp, offering stunning views of the Shira Plateau. The gradual ascent helps with acclimatization and provides a fantastic opportunity to appreciate Kilimanjaro’s diverse landscapes. Stay: Shira 1 Camp · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4. 4

   Day 4

   Shira 1 Camp (3,510m) – Shira 2 Camp (3,890m)

   A relatively short trek leads us to Shira 2 Camp, where breathtaking views of Mount Meru await. In the afternoon, we take an acclimatization hike to Lava Tower Camp (elevation gain of 200m) to enhance our chances of a successful summit. Stay: Shira 2 Camp · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5. 5

   Day 5

   Shira 2 Camp (3,890m) – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,950m)

   A challenging but rewarding day! We ascend to Lava Tower (4,630m) before descending to Barranco Camp for overnight rest. This 'climb high, sleep low' approach helps with acclimatization. Stay: Barranco Camp · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6. 6

   Day 6

   Barranco Camp (3,950m) – Karanga Camp (4,040m)

   Today begins with the thrilling climb of the Barranco Wall, offering incredible panoramic views. After conquering the wall, we trek through rolling hills to reach Karanga Camp. Stay: Karanga Camp · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7. 7

   Day 7

   Karanga Camp (4,040m) – Barafu Camp (4,645m)

   A steady climb takes us to Barafu Camp, the base camp for summit night. After lunch and rest, we take an acclimatization hike to Kosovo Camp (4,870m) before returning to Barafu for an early dinner and rest. Stay: Barafu Camp · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

8. 8

   Day 8

   Barafu Camp (4,645m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

   Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we continue to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head northwesterly and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point, you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit. From Stella Point, you may encounter snow on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. Once at Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa! From the summit, we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain. Stay: Mweka Camp · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

9. 9

   Day 9

   Millennium Camp (3,820m) – Mweka Gate (1,640m) – Hotel

   As your incredible adventure comes to a close, you’ll have a few final hours to relax and enjoy Tanzania. Spend some time reflecting on your Kilimanjaro climb and soaking in the local atmosphere. The final descent leads us through Kilimanjaro’s lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you receive your summit certificate. Our driver will transfer you back to your hotel for relaxation and celebration. Stay: Hotel · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

10. 10

    Day 10

    Flight Home from Kilimanjaro International Airport

    Your incredible Kilimanjaro adventure has come to an end. After breakfast, our driver will take you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your journey home. If you'd like to extend your trip with a safari or a Zanzibar beach holiday, let us know—we’d be happy to arrange it! Meals: Breakfast

Your operator

Ngotea Distinctive Safaris LTD

Ngotea Distinctive Safaris LTD is based in Arusha and offers a variety of safari experiences, guided treks, cultural experiences, beach holidays, and balloon safaris. They operate trips to numerous destinations including Arusha National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Zanzibar, among others. Their itineraries include options like the Machame Route and various upmarket safari and beach holiday combinations.

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Cancellation

Free up to 24 hours before the start. After that the booking is non-refundable.