Lemosho Route Climbing

Day 1 Kilimanjaro airport
Transfer to Kibo Palace Hotel / Impala Hotel in Arusha for overnight.

Day 2: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa
Drive from Arusha to Boma la Ng?ombe then turn to Londorossi Gate on the western side of Kilimanjaro. Continue driving to the Lemosho Glades; from there start trekking through the rain forest to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite. Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Campsite

Day 3: Mti Mkubwa to Shira Cave 1
After breakfast, continue with ascending across the dense rain forest, climbing is gradually become steeper before reaching a wide moorland zone. Proceed toward Gane & Marshall One Valley for Lunch Break. Then cross a high altitude desert plateau Shire Caldera to Shire Cave (on request this can be omitted). Overnight camping here

Day 4: Shira Cave to Shira Hut 2
After breakfast at Shire Cave proceeds gently east across the Shira Plateau and the Shira Cathedral towards Shira Hut on the moorland meadow; It is an excellent place in this route for acclimatization, while gaining the altitude slowly. Overnight Camping at Shire Hut

Day 5: Shira Hut to Barranco Hut/Camp
From Shira Hut turn eastward and continue climbing towards the Barranco Hut through Lava Tower while getting great views of the spectacular Barranco Valley. Overnight stay at Barranco Hut

Day6:   Barranco Hut/Camp to Karanga Valley
After overcoming the volcanic rock barrier ?the Great Barranco (locally known as breakfast)? descends through scree and ridges to Karanga Valley and the rest. Overnight here

Day7: Karanga Valley to Kibo Crater Floor
Start climbing early in the morning (normally 01:00 am) to reach the Kibo Crater rim at the Stella Point before sunrise.  Then descent to the crater floor to Furtwangler Glacier for camping

Day 8: Kibo to the UHURU PEAK 5895
Ascending towards the peak between glaciers to UHURU PEAK at 5,896m the highest point in Africa; it is here that you can have that feeling ?I have Conquered Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain of Africa? Then descend to Mweka Hut at the edge of the rainforest, for overnight camping, with a stopover at Barafu Hut for Lunch

Day9: Mweka Hut to Mweka Gate
After breakfast, descend to Mweka gate, meet the waiting driver and drive back to the Kibo Palace Hotel / Impala Hotel in Arusha for hot shower and dinner & overnight

For all bookings 5 months and more before Arrival we offer up to 10% discount on all kilimanjaro routes!

MT Kilimanjaro climb Lemosho Route : Prices are in US$ Include from Arusha /JRO; 2 Nights half board at kibo palace hotel, all meals ; accommodation on climb , Park fees , Porters &; Guides
MT KILIMANJARO CLIMB CLIMB,     kIBO PALACE HOTEL,	DATES FROM	DATES TO	PER PERSON SHARING	SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT
	Lemosho Route (9 Days)
	01-Jan-10	31-Dec-10	$1754	$60
	01-Jan-11	31-Dec-11	$1754	$60
			Groups of 4 or more less $150 (2010); $150 (2011) per person
			Single Traveller– Single Supplement + $1790 (2010); $1790 (2011) per serson
	Lemosho Route (8 Days)
	01-Jan-10	31-Dec-10	$1655	$60
	01-Jan-11	31-Dec-11	$1655	$60
			Groups of 4 or more less $150 (2010); $150 (2011) per person
			Single Traveller : $1695 (2010); $1795 (2011) per person
	Supplement for Namanga-Arusha transfer $165 (2010/11) per vehicle one-way
	Supplement for extra day to acclimatize at Horombo Hut or Shira Camp $165 & MUST be arranged prior to climb.(2010/11)

EQUIPMENT TO BRING ALONG FOR MOUNTAIN CLIMBING: At least 3 pairs of socks, hiking boots, 2 pairs of pants, water proof-raincoat and trouser, woolen hat, sun glasses, hand gloves, big rucksack and day pack, sleeping bag & water bottles.

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE: Climbing gear, sleeping bags, items of personal nature, laundry, tips and gratuities, mineral water, drinks & travel insurance.

WHAT IS INCLUDED: Return transfers from Arusha, 2 nights at Kibo palace hotel - one night before and 1 after the climb on half board basis, accommodation during the climb, transfers from the hotel to National Park gate and back, climbing fees (Park Fees), porters (3 per person) and guide/s, cook, all meals, climbing fees, hut fees & rescue fees.

 

TIPPING:
Tipping is an accepted part of life in Tanzania, and you will be expected to tip to reward service. You will be briefed on arrival as to when and how much is appropriate, however, depending on the size of your group you should budget on a personal contribution of around $ 45 to $ 50 for your trek guides, cooks and porters on the trek.

There are six established routes to climb Mount Kilimanjaro - Marangu, Machame, Lemosho, Shira, Rongai and Umbwe. The Marangu, Machame, and Umbwe routes all approach from the south of the mountain (Mweka is used only for descent). The Lemosho and Shira routes approach from the west. The Rongai route approaches from the north.

Marangu route of Mount Kilimanjaro is a gradual ascent on well-maintained tracks.Marangu Hiking towards the summit there is a steep zigzag scree path up to Gilman's Point. The Marangu route then flattens out to hike around the crater; Marangu 'the coca cola route' is the most popular route. More details can be found on the Marangu Route page

Machame route of Mount Kilimanjaro is a scenic route with the highest summit success rate because of the up and down nature of the climb - hiking high and sleeping low is good for acclimatization. There is a challenging almost sheer wall to climb - Baranco wall. However, it's easier than it looks. More details are available for Machame Route

Rongai route of Mount Kilimanjaro begins with a rough drive to the eastern slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The road can be difficult in bad weather. Easy and gradual hiking for the beginning of the ascent but hiking days get longer. The route joins Marangu route at Kibo Hut for the summit ascent. The Rongai Route program page has more details

Lemosho route of Mount Kilimanjaro starts with a rough drive through western Kilimanjaro to Londrossi gate. Remote and spectacular with dramatic gorges and views of West Kilimanjaro Climbers join Machame route for the summit ascent after a tough hike on Shire Plateau (weather exposed) - see the Lemosho Route for more information

Umbwe route of Mount Kilimanjaro is a spectacular and little used route with steep gorges, glaciers and panoramic views. The trail gains altitude quickly and involves some tough scrambling. Climbers need a good level of fitness and must be prepared for a steep ascent, which may increase problems with altitude sickness. For more information on Umbwe Route check out the program page

Western Breach and Crater Camp - CLOSED

An alternative route to the summit approaches Uhuru Peak from the west, called the Western Breach. The strenuous Western Breach ascends 2,800 ft (850 m) in about 1.25 miles (2 km), and requires some scrambling (climbing on hands and feet) at certain points. This path is very beautiful but also very challenging due to its rocky, steep slope. The Western Breach was gaining popularity by climbers using the Umbwe, Lemosho, Shira and Machame routes until rockfall claimed the lives of three climbers in January 2006. In response, Kilimanjaro National Park (KINAPA) closed the Western Breach.

The Western Breach re-opened in December 2007. However, the route is still considered by prominent Kilimanjaro operators to be unsafe and to carry an unreasonable degree of risk. Ultimate Kilimanjaro no longer utilizes the Western Breach approach due to safety concerns for clients and staff.