Kilimanjaro: Lemosho Route
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About This Experience in Moshi
Why Visit Moshi?
Moshi, Tanzania offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Moshi provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Moshi
You can reach Moshi, Tanzania by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the trek
- trekking permits and entry fees
- airport transfers on Day 1 and Day 9
- camping accommodations on the trail
- baggage transport (limited to 22lbs/10kg)
- 2 nights accommodation in Moshi
- welcome and farewell dinners
- all ground transportation to/from trail
- guide & porter services
What's Not Included
- beverages outside of designated meals
- international airfare and meals during travel
- personal items
- trip cancellation insurance (highly recommended)
- snacks during trek
- emergency medical & evacuation insurance (required)
- solo accommodations
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Itinerary
MOSHI
Arrive to Kilimanjaro International Airport where our team... 24 hours
Arrive to Kilimanjaro International Airport where our team will be awaiting your arrival. Drive 1 hour to the town of Moshi to check into our partner lodge to catch up on jet lag. Join the rest of the group for a welcome dinner at the lodge. Peak Altitude: 2,800 ft (853 m) Inclusions: Welcome dinner (two meal options + other options available for guest purchase); airport transportation; accommodations
MOSHI TO MTI MKUBWA CAMP
After an early breakfast, drive to the Londorossi... 24 hours
After an early breakfast, drive to the Londorossi Park Gate to get your trekking permits. Begin the journey along a dense forest trail walking at a "pole pole" pace (slow slow!) to the Mti Mkubwa campsite. Slow hiking over the next few days helps with acclimatization to the high altitude. Enjoy a delicious meal before getting some well-deserved rest. Total Hiking: approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) / 4 hours of trekking Peak Altitude: 9,023 ft (2750 m) Inclusions: all meals + coffee, tea, water; national park fees; accommodations, porter services
MTI MKUBWA CAMP TO SHIRA CAMP 2
Continue through the forest and into the savannah... 24 hours
Continue through the forest and into the savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen. Ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams before reaching the Shira Ridge. Enjoy lunch on the trail before dropping slightly down to Shira 2 Camp. Spend the night in tents next to a stream with spectacular views of the Western Breach and its glaciers in the East. Total Hiking: approximately 10 miles (16 km) / 6-7 hours of trekking Peak Altitude: 12,598 ft (3840 m) Inclusions: all meals + coffee, tea, water; national park fees; accommodations, porter services
SHIRA CAMP 2 TO BARRANCO CAMP
Enjoy warm tea and coffee before beginning your trek to Barranco Camp 24 hours
Enjoy warm tea and coffee before beginning your trek to Barranco Camp. The trail gradually steepens becoming a rocky semi-desert landscape. After lunch at the Lava Tower (15,220 ft), you will descend another 2 hours to the Barranco Campsite. The descent gives hikers a huge advantage to allow your body to adjust to the high altitude. Once at Barranco Camp, enjoy a hot dinner while taking in the beautiful sunset. Total Hiking: approximately 9.5 miles (15.3 km) / 7 hours trekking Peak Altitude: 15,220 ft (4640 m) Inclusions: all meals + coffee, tea, water; national park fees; accommodations, porter services
BARRANCO CAMP TO KARANGA CAMP
After a warm breakfast, depart Barranco Camp and... 24 hours
After a warm breakfast, depart Barranco Camp and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley campsite. Total Hiking: approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) / 6 hours trekking Peak Altitude: 13,780 ft (4200 m) Inclusions: all meals + coffee, tea, water; national park fees; accommodations, porter services
KARANGA CAMP TO BARAFU CAMP
Today we leave the Karanga Valley and pass... 24 hours
Today we leave the Karanga Valley and pass the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. You have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. Total Hiking: approximately 5 miles (8 km) / 7 hours trekking Peak Altitude: 15,095 ft (4601 m) Inclusions: all meals + coffee, tea, water; national park fees; accommodations, porter services
BARAFU CAMP TO KILI SUMMIT TO MWEKA CAMP
Prepare for a spectacular (and long) day 24 hours
Prepare for a spectacular (and long) day! Wake up between midnight to 2 am to hike up to the summit of Uhuru Peak at the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro (19,341 ft). Be prepared for a very cold summit with plenty of layers and enough battery to snap that summit shot. From the top, we will descend straight down to the Mweka camp site. Later in the evening, enjoy your last dinner on the mountain with your team of porters and guides. Total Hiking: approximately 10.5 miles (17 km) / 11-14 hours trekking Peak Altitude: 19,341 ft (5895 m) Inclusions: all meals + coffee, tea, water; national park fees; accommodations, porter services
MWEKA CAMP TO MOSHI
Soak in one last view from Mweka camp... 24 hours
Soak in one last view from Mweka camp and enjoy singing and dancing with your OneSeed team. Now is a good time to tip the porters, cooks, and guides. Continue down the trail to the Mweka Park Gate where a vehicle will meet you to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi. After a hot shower and rest, enjoy a delicious celebration dinner! Total Hiking: approximately 4.5 miles (7.2 km) / 6 hours trekking Peak Altitude: 10,171 ft (3100 m) Inclusions: all meals + coffee, tea, water; national park fees; accommodations, porter services
DEPART FROM MOSHI
Enjoy one last Tanzania coffee and say goodbye to Moshi town 24 hours
Enjoy one last Tanzania coffee and say goodbye to Moshi town. OneSeed will provide airport transportation for all international departures. Peak Altitude: 2,800 ft (853 m) Inclusions: breakfast; airport transfer
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