Kilimanjaro Lemosho route

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Itinerary:
Mount Kilimanjaro, with its impressive 5895 meters of height, holds the title of the tallest mountain in the African continent and is part of the popular Seven Summits.

Get ready to be amazed by the diversity of landscapes, the hospitality of the local people, and the atmosphere that makes this experience unforgettable. Each day will gift you with breathtaking views, starting in lush tropical forests and progressing to astonishing volcanic terrains.

Although the expedition is entirely affordable, the real challenge comes with the altitude, especially on summit day.

Day 1. Home- Tanzania
Landing and transfer to the hotel. It's the beginning of an adventure that will change your life! Before dinner, we will have an informative session and equipment review.

Day 2. Arusha/ Moshi- Londorosi Gate (2200m) Mti Mkuwa Camp (2850m)
Distance: 9km. Elevation gained: 750m.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will head to the Londorosi Gate to register and begin our trek through the tropical forest. Along the way, we may encounter black and white colobus monkeys and other wild animals.

Day 3. Mti Mkuwa - Shira II Camp (3850m)
Distance: 16km. Elevation gained: 1000m.
We’ll ascend along the Shira Ridge, entering the savannah. After reaching the plateau, we will descend to Shira I and continue on to Camp II to spend the night.

Day 4. Shira II- Barranco II Camp (3950m)
Distance: 8km. Elevation gained: 50m.
Today's trek does not involve elevation gain, which is perfect for acclimatization. From Shira, we will head towards the Eastern ridge, pass through the intersection to Kibo Summit, turn south, passing by the Lava Tower, and continue until we reach Arrow Glacier. We will then descend further to our next camp.

Day 5. Barranco- Karanga Camp (4000m)
Distance: 5 km. Elevation gained: 50m
We will begin the ascent along a steep ridge towards the imposing Barranco Wall, a 257-meter-high volcanic rock face. During the journey, we will pass beneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, continuing towards the Karanga Valley, after which we'll face a steep climb to the Karanga Camp.

Day 6. Karanga-Barafu Camp (4673m)
Distance: 4km. Elevation gained: 673m.
As we head towards Barafu, we will traverse arid slopes. Upon reaching the camp, we will have completed the Southern Circuit, enjoying breathtaking views of the summit. We will have an early dinner in preparation for the summit.

Day 7. Barafu- Uhuru Peak Summit (5895m) Mweka Camp (3060m)
Distance: 4.5km+11km. Elevation gained+1222m, -2835m
We begin preparations for the summit around midnight. We will ascend between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. Our route takes us northwest towards Gilman’s and Stella Point, on the edge of the crater, offering a stunning view of the sunrise.
After enjoying the summit and conquering the highest point in Africa, we descend to Barafu for lunch. After a few hours of rest, we will continue to the Mweka Camp to spend the night.

Day 8. Mweka Camp- Mweka Gate - Arusha/Moshi
Distance: 10km. Elevation gained: -1420m.
We descend to the Mweka Gate to receive our summit certificates, enjoy lunch, and bid farewell to the team. Afterwards, we transfer to our hotel where we can shower and relax after an unforgettable adventure and achievement.

Day 9. Extra day/ Ngorongoro Safari. End of the trip
An additional day is scheduled in case of bad weather, providing the option to return home, rest, or embark on a safari in the Ngorongoro Crater (additional cost). This UNESCO World Heritage Site, located 180 km from Arusha, is home to the "Big Five" and boasts the world's largest caldera. En route, we will make a stop at the Maasai market.