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Mount Kilimanjaro Trek Includes

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Mount Kilimanjaro Trek Overview

Trip Overview:

The Lemosho Route is relatively new. It starts on the Western side of Mount Kilimanjaro at the Londorossi Gate and was introduced as an alternative to the Shira Route which begins at a higher, more challenging altitude.

The Londorossi Gate is a fair drive from the town of Moshi, and considerably further from Arusha. At the gate, you will register with the authorities before being driven a further 12km to the starting point.

The western side of Kilimanjaro is still very wild and you may get lucky and spot large antelope, buffalo and maybe even elephant.

The Lemosho Route joins the Machame Route at Lava Tower and heads down towards Barranco Valley via the Southern Circuit (see map below). As with the Machame Route, Lemosho trekkers need to transverse the Barranco Wall and then summit from Barafu Camp.

Mount Kilimanjaro Trek Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) – start point 2,360 meters to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters)

    The Lemosho Route departs from the far West side of Mount Kilimanjaro. Getting to Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) takes approximately 2 hours from Moshi and longer from Arusha. At the gate you will register with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities before getting back into vehicles to be transported to the starting point which is a further 12km from Londorossi. During the wet season the track can be very inaccessible to vehicles and you may need to walk the last few miles to the starting point. Most tour operators provide lunch at this point before starting the short trek to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters).

    Spotting large wildlife like elephant and buffalo is possible on this stretch of the mountain and you will likely be accompanied by an armed guide in case one of the big five gets too close for comfort! Dinner will be served when you reach Mti Mkubwa Camp.

  • Day 2 - Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters) to Shira Camp 1 (3,500 meters)

    Day two starts with a gradual hike through the final stretch of the rainforest zone and then gets steeper as you approach the low alpine moorland zone. The trek is relatively short and easy to Shira Camp 1, which is on the western edge of the Shira Plateau; just over 8km from your starting point.

  • Day 3 - Shira Camp 1 (3,500 meters) to Moir Hut (4,200m)

    From Shira Camp 1 you will continue on your hike across and up the Shira plateau to Shira Camp 2 at 3,850 meters. Here you will join trekkers from the Machame Route whilst enjoying stunning views across the valley below and Western Breach of Kilimanjaro above. The plateau is exposed so be prepared for strong winds with temperatures getting below zero in the early hours.

    You then continue up the Shira Caldera and onto an off-the-beaten path to Moir Hut.

    Today is long and finishes at high altitude. You may start feeling altitude sickness symptoms. Make sure you monitor yourself closely. Sleeping high on this night will pay dividends on your trek going forward.

  • Day 4 - Moir Hut (4,200 meters) to Lava Tower (4,600 meters) and then Barranco Camp (3,900 meters)

    On day four you will continue trekking through a desert-like landscape as you approach Lava Tower and the Shark’s Tooth formation at 4,600 meters. You will have lunch at Lava Tower before joining the Southern Circuit trail (see map above) which descends to Barranco Camp 3,900 meters where you will spend the night at a very similar elevation as the night before.

    Climbing high and sleeping low is a good way to acclimatise the body to altitude.

  • Day 5 - Barranco Camp (3,900 meters) to Karanga Camp (3,960m)

    On day five you will be presented with the relatively steep Barranco ‘Breakfast’ climb, a 257 meter scramble up the Barranco Wall. Be prepared to use all four limbs as you traverse the wall to the top of the Karanga Valley. From here you will follow a path that sojourns through many inclines and declines to Karanga Camp (3,960 meters). For those on an eight day hike, this will be your camp for the night.

  • Day 6 - Karanga Camp (3,960m) to Barafu Camp (4,680m)

    Day day is a relatively short and easy trek. Starting at Karanga Camp, the trail quickly joins the Mweka route and heads up to base camp, Barafu at 4,680m.

    We recommend you use the easy day to enjoy the scenery, rest the muscles, and prepare your mind for the summit push.

  • Day 7 - Barafu Camp (4,680 meters) to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) and then Mweka Camp (3,100 meters)

    Day seven starts at midnight with hot tea, biscuits and a long and zigzagging hike up the heavy scree that covers the steep slopes of Kibo. The going is slow and very tough. You will need to dig deep and ensure you maintain a consistent pace to push yourself up to the crater rim.

    After about 4-6 hours hiking you will reach Stella Point (5,739 meters) where you will have a chance to rest and watch dawn break across the Tanzanian landscape. It is a good idea to have some hot tea or hot chocolate at this point as you will need to muster the energy to continue for another 1-2 hours around and up the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters). Remember to keep your momentum moving forward, one step at a time. Over 60% of climbers stop at Stella Point but most can make it to the summit if they are able to find the metal strength to push through. Obviously if you are experiencing severe AMS symptoms you should descend immediately.

    Your time at Uhuru Peak will be brief. Take as many pictures as you can, savour your accomplishment and then start heading back to Stella Point. Many trekkers slide down the scree slopes of Kibo to Barafu Camp, where you will have a chance to rest before continuing on to Mweka Camp (3,100 meters). In total you will be trekking between 12-16 hours on day 5 so it is really important that you pace yourself and remain hydrated.

  • Day 8 - Mweka Camp (3,100 meters) to Mweka Gate (1,640 meters)

    The final day on the mountain is a short one, but nonetheless tiring as your body will be exhausted and your knees will likely be sore from the previous day’s descent. Go slowly and enjoy the wonderful rainforest scenery as you head towards Mweka Gate (1,640 meters).

    At the gate you will need to sign-out with the authorities and will also receive your certificate, either for Stella Point or for Uhuru Peak.

    It is customary to pay your tips to your trekking team before you depart back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.

Meal

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  • All Meals

Other Inclusions

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  • Private trek and climb guiding services. All our guides are native experts in mountain climbing, African wildlife, and the African culture, many of who speak other European languages.
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  • Dedicated guide assigned to each trekker. Uniquely, we offer every trekker his or her own personal climb guide (1 GUIDE : 1 CLIMBER RATIO). The climb will be led by a Head Altitude Responder Guide - per group
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  • Private porterage services by a team of dedicated mountain porters.
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  • Tanzania team’s 30 plus years experience of officially pioneering and operating Kilimanjaro treks and tours in Tanzania.
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  • Accommodation as indicated - sharing room.
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  • Private mountain chef offering delicious high altitude cuisine - full board meals (lunch, dinner & breakfast) when staying the night during the climb.
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  • Extra acclimatization day - assists in adjusting to high altitude and minimizing altitude sickness.
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  • Portable toilet with tent set up, toilet paper, sanitization and porterage for each day, for your private use - per group.
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  • Foldable travel bed with an inflatable mattress - per person. This will avoid you sleeping on cold grounds.
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  • Emergency stretcher for each day with porterage for quick descents where air rescue is inaccessible, for your private use - per group.
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  • Emergency Oxygen System - 1 cylinder per person - assist in breathing to counter or minimize Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) for safe descent.
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  • Pulse oximeter - per group - to monitor and log oxygen saturation.
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  • Flying Doctors Emergency Evacuation - where accessible - air ambulance that assists in emergency medical evacuation to Nairobi.
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  • When available, access to Kilimanjaro SAR helicopter rescue service - you must have travel insurance to cover your costs for high altitude medical evacuation up to 6000 meters - terms and conditions apply.
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  • Logistical transfers - you will be transferred in a private 4x4 vehicle (custom safari built) as stated in the itinerary.
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  • Private arrival and departure meet, greet and transfer services.

Things To Carry

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  • Camera
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  • Prescribed Medicines
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  • A strong pair of supportive, waterproof hiking boots is essential. They must be well broken in. Don’t risk losing them as delayed luggage on your international flight into Tanzania – wear them on your flight or carry them in your hand luggage. Trekking poles are recommended for slippery mud and loose scree. Gaiters can be hired or brought in.

Advisory

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  • Exclusions
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  • International airfares and departure taxes
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  • visa costs
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  • travel Insurance (compulsory)
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  • food, beverages and other sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary
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  • expenditure of a personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry and souvenirs
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  • tips and gratuities
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  • local porters can be hired for an additional fee

Mount Kilimanjaro Trek: Cancellation Policy

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  • If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 25% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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  • If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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  • If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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  • In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain trips or activities may get cancelled. In such cases operator will try their best to provide an alternate feasible. However a cash refund will not be applicable for the same.
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  • Cancellations are strictly subjected to cancellation policies mentioned on the website & are irrespective of the date of booking.

Mount Kilimanjaro Trek: Refund Policy

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  • The applicable refund amount will be processed within 15 business days
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  • All applicable refunds will be done in traveller's thrillophilia wallet as Thrillcash

Mount Kilimanjaro Trek: Booking Confirmation Policy

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  • The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
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  • In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
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  • Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

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