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7 Days Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro
Ideal for Individual or group.
 
Visiting: Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Local Villages.
 
Activities: Mountain trekking, Wilderness, Cultural and opportunity to meet local people, On foot, Roof to of Africa -To the Summit 5895m.
  

The Lemosho Route: is an unspoilt, remote, little used and beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau. It can either be used to gain the Western Breach route or followed by the Kibo South Circuit "The South Circuit is then followed, offering superb views of the Southern Icefields, past the Barranco Hut then on to Barafu and hence the summit. Descent is by the Mweka Route. The route is one of the few where groups may be accompanied on the first day by an armed ranger, as the forests around the Lemosho Glades are rich in Buffalo, Elephant and other Wild animals. 

Day 01: TRANSFER TO TOWN OF ARUSHA.
Pick up from your Hotel Nairobi or from Jomo Kenyatta Int Airport (NBO) and transfer by shuttle bus to Arusha or Pick up from Kilimanjaro Int Airport (JRO) to Arusha and drop of at your Hotel, at City of Arusha, Overnight Stay at 3 Star Hotel, Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast.

Day 02: MOUNT KILIMANJARO TREK.

After breakfast pre briefing about day to day trek from our office  staff than after we drive from Arusha by road for about 3 hour drive, to the Londorossi Gate at (2100m). You will team up with your guides and porter to begin your trek. On this first trekking day, you will move through dense rainforest, under a tangled canopy of moss coated vines which is home to black and white Colobus Monkey, Blue monkey and a vibrant array of exotic birds. You will have a lunch stop about half way and will reach the Machame camping area in the late afternoon. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite, (2750m), approximant 3 hours walk. On arrival at your campsite,  your tent ready set up on your for your by our mountain crew. In the evening the crew will prepare hot boil water for you to wash up and refresh your self and the cook will prepare dinner for you. Distance: approx. 4 miles, Hiking time: 3 hours Overnight camping Mti Mkubwa camp (2750m). Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Refreshment, Dinner.

Day 03: MTI MKUBWA.

After early morning wake up call , your breakfast ready prepare for  we begin our trek today from Mti Mkubwa camp (2750m), start climb an hour or so to the top of the forest and then the trail gradually steepness and enters the giant heather moorland zone. Several streams are crossed. A gentle walk across the plateau leads to Shira 2-camp (3840m) passing through semi desert area, on moorland meadows. Will be able to see, in an easterly direction, the western Breach with its stunning glaciers. On arrival at our campiste Shira camp (3840m), our mountain crew have prepare hot water for you to wash your self and refresh ready for dinner and over night stay. Distance: approx. 8 miles, Hiking time: 6 to 7 hours, Overnight camping Shira 2 camp (3840m), Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Refreshment, Dinner.

Day 04: SHIRA CAMP.

Today after morning start we begin a day trek from Shira camp (3840m),  into a semi desert and rocky landscape surrounding Lava Tower, where you reach an altitude of (4630m) after about a 5 hours walk.Your mountain crew will serve you a Lunch in a designated area before ascending the rocky scree path to Lava Tower (4630m). Its the toughest day, at this point, some climbers will start to feel symptoms of breathlessness, irritability and headaches which is altitude sickness. After lunch you descent to the Barranco camping area at (3950m) and after reaching the high altitude of (4630m) at Lava Tower, the true acclimatisation benefit of this day becomes clear. This descent to Barranco camp (3950m) takes about 2 hours and offers great opportunities to take some beautiful photographs of the Western Breach and Breach Wall. The camp is situated in a valley below the Breach and Great Barranco Wall, which should provide you with a memorable sunset while you wait for your dinner at your camp were our mountain crew will prepare for you. Distance: approx. 8 miles, Hiking time: 6 to 7 hours, Overnight camping,  Barranco camp (3950m). Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Refreshment, Dinner.

Day 05: BARRANCO CAMP.

After spending a night at the most imposing sight the Great Barranco Wall (3900m), you make your way up this awesome looking obstacle, which in the end normally turns out to be easier than anticipated. Topping out just below the Heim Glacier, you now appreciate just how beautiful Kilimanjaro really is. The route then heads down through the Karanga Valley (4200m) over intervening ridges and valleys, and then joins up with the Mweka route. This is the preferred route down from the summit, so remember it. Turn left up the ridge and after another hour or so, you reach Barafu Hut. The last water stop on the route is the Karranga Valley (4200m), as there is no water at Barafu camp (4550m). Barafu is the Swahili word for "ice" and it is a bleak and inhospitable camping area to spend the night. Totally exposed to the ever-present gales the tents are pitched on a narrow, stony, and dangerous ridge. Make sure that you familiarise yourself with the terrain before dark to avoid any accidents. The summit is now a further 1345m up and you will make the final ascent the same night. Prepare your equipment, ski stick and thermal clothing for your summit attempt. This should include the replacement of your headlamp and camera batteries and make sure you have a spare set,  available as well. To prevent freezing it will be wise to carry your water in a thermal flask. Go to bed at round about 19h00 and try to get some precious rest and sleep. Distance: approx. 8 miles, Hiking time: 6 to 7 hours, Overnight camping Barafu camp (4550m). Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Refreshment, Dinner.

Day 06: TO SUMMIT OF MOUNT KILIMANJARO.

The Night to Roof top of Africa “The Summit attempt ” You will rise around 23:30hrs, and after some refreshment and tea and biscuits you shuffle off into the night. Starting from Barafu camp (4550m), You will head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This 6-hour walk to Stella point is for many climbers, mentally and physically the most challenging on the route. At Stella Point (5685m) you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point you will normally encounter snow all the way on your. 2 hour ascent to Uhuru Peak 5895m The Roof Top of Africa. The time you will spend on the summit will depend on the weather conditions. Do not stop here for too long, as it will be extremely difficult to start again due to cold and fatigue. Enjoy your accomplishment and a day to remember for the rest of your live. The walk back to Barafu from the summit, takes about 3 hours. Here you will have a well earned but short rest and collect the rest of your gear, before heading down to Mweka hut (3100m). The route is not difficult and will take you down the rock and scree path into the moorland and eventually into the forest. The camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Dinner, and washing water will be prepared as well as drinking water. Distance: approx. 14 miles, Overnight camping Mweka camp (3100m). Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Refreshment, Dinner.

Day 07: MWEKA CAMP TO ARUSHA.

From Mweka camp (3100m), After an early and well-deserved breakfast, it is a short 3-hour and scenic hike back to the Park gate. It is strongly recommended not to pay your porters any tips until you and all your gear have reached the gate safely. At Mweka gate (1960m) you sign your name and details in a register. This is also where successful climbers receive their summit certificates. Those climbers who reached Stella Point (5685m) are issued with green certificates and those who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates. From the Mweka Gate (1960m), you will continue down into the Mweka village (1200m), normally a muddy 3 km (1 hour) hike. In the Mweka village you will be served a delicious hot lunch!! You now drive back to Arusha. Distance: approx: 8 miles, Hiking time: 6 to 7 hours. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch Refreshment. 

WHAT IS INCLUDED: Lemosho Route, 7 Days / 6 Night Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro package as per Itinerary, Drinks, Park fees, Camp fees, Rescue fees, Professional experienced English speaking mountain guide, Beverages, Porters, tents, chairs, mess tent,  3 meals a day whilst on trek, transfers to and from the mountain gates from and to Arusha, 1 Night Hotel Accomodation in Arusha.