Kilimanjaro: 8-Day Lemosho Route Hiking Tour
ID: GYG859329-1356046
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
8 days
Description
Embark on an 8-day hike to the summit of Kilimanjaro on the Lemosho Route. Enjoy panoramic views of the mountain and the surrounding landscape.
Embark on a scenic 8-day trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Take the Lemosho Route, which is considered the most scenic trail on Kilimanjaro, granting panoramic vistas on various sides of the mountain.
Begin your adventure with a long drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate. Spend the first 2 days trekking through the rainforest to Shira Ridge. Cross the entire Shira Plateau from west to east in a pleasant, relatively flat hike.
Enjoy the low crowds until the route joins the Machame route near Lava Tower. Traverse underneath Kilimanjaro's Southern Ice Field on a path known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu.
Make your descent via the Mweka route.
Highlights
- Take in the stunning views of the mountain from the Lemosho Route
- Enjoy a high summit success rate with the Lemosho Route
- Traverse the Shira Plateau from west to east on a pleasant hike
- Experience the beauty of the Southern Ice Field on the Southern Circuit
- Descend via the Mweka route after reaching the summit of Kilimanjaro
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Acclimatization days can be added to your trek at an additional cost.
The success rate for the summit is significantly higher with an extra acclimatization day.
It is recommended to train for at least 2 months prior to your trek.
Travel insurance is required for all clients whilst on a trek.
The minimum age for trekking is 12 years old.
You should bring medications for altitude sickness.
A tipping guideline will be provided.
You should have a basic level of fitness.
Pack light but ensure you have all necessary gear.
Weather conditions on the mountain can be unpredictable, so be prepared for all weather types.
INCLUDED
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Park fees
- Camping fees
- Rescue fees
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- 4 Season mountain tents
- Double layered Sleeping Mats
- Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain
- Filtered water throughout the trek
- Pre & Post Trek accommodation at the Parkview Inn
- 2- way shared airport transfers (for private transfers it cost $20 extra per vehicle)
- Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent
NOT INCLUDED
- Tips to mountain crew
- Items of a personal nature
- Laundry Services
- A doctor for the group
- Portable oxygen tanks
- Portable flush toilet (Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is included)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
