Lemosho Route 9 Days with Crater Camp

Sote Tours staff will be waiting at arrival will meet you and escort you to the waiting vehicle for loading your luggage then drive you to the Hotel in Moshi town. After checking in the hotel you will get a briefing about your next day’s trek then your mountain guide will check your gears. The rest of the day can be spent relaxing at the pool or exploring the town of Moshi.

Accommodation at Panama Garden Resort
Meals
Breakfast

We will pick you up from your hotel in Moshi or Arusha and transport you to Londorossi Gate for the necessary registration. Following this process, you will board a vehicle for a scenic drive to Lemosho Glades, the starting point of your trek.

Embark on an adventure through the pristine Montane Forest, renowned for its rich biodiversity, including the striking Black and White Colobus Monkeys. This undisturbed environment offers a unique glimpse into the natural beauty of Kilimanjaro. After your trek, you will arrive at the camp, where you can enjoy a delicious dinner and spend the night.

This journey marks the beginning of an unforgettable Lemosho Route trek on Mount Kilimanjaro, providing a perfect blend of scenic beauty and wilderness.

Elevation:2,100 m to 2,850 m
Distance: 9 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest

Meals

Full board

Elevation(m): 2,750m to 3,540m
Distance: 13km
Hiking time: 8 hours
Habitat: Moorland and heather land

Meals
Full Board

Keep on Lemosho Route 9 Days, 8 nights Lemosho

Elevation: 3,540m to 3,800m
Distance: 7 km
Hiking time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Moorland and rocky.

Elevation: 3,800m to 3,950m
Distance: 13 km
Hiking time: 7-8 hours
Habitat: Moorland

Meals
Full Board

Today’s trek is a shorter, yet essential, acclimatization day. In the morning, you’ll tackle the Barranco Wall, ascending to an elevation of 4,235 meters (13,927 feet) to aid in acclimatization. This challenging climb is followed by a trek across picturesque ridges and valleys, leading you to the Karanga Camp for a well-deserved hot lunch.

After lunch, you will have some time to rest and further acclimatize by trekking up the scree slopes toward the Southern Ice Field. This additional acclimatization hike helps your body adjust to the increasing altitude. You will then return to Karanga Camp for dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for the next phase of your Kilimanjaro adventure.

Elevation: 3,950m to 4,235m
Distance: 6 km
Hiking time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland

Meals
Full Board

Elevation: 4,235m to 4,600m
Distance: 8 km
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

Summit Attempt: Early this morning, we will commence the ascent to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the most demanding phase of the entire trek, both physically and mentally. We will proceed at a deliberate pace, taking frequent, brief breaks to manage the rigorous climb. The trail, consisting of loose scree, ascends steeply toward the crater rim. As we approach Stella Point (5,755 meters or 18,900 feet), you will begin to see the summit in the distance.

Our journey continues along the crater rim until we reach Uhuru Peak, the pinnacle of Kilimanjaro and the highest point in Africa.

Following our time at the summit, we will start our descent with a short walk to Crater Camp, where the rest of the crew will set up camp. At this high-altitude location, you have the option to explore Reutsch Crater and the Ash Pit, or simply enjoy the scenic views around the Furtwangler Glacier.

Spending the night at this altitude is generally avoided due to the increased risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) if proper acclimatization has not been achieved. Therefore, our guides will closely monitor your condition to ensure safety and well-being.

Meals

Full Board

Elevation 4,640 meters to 5,895 meters to 5,790 meters
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time: 8 – 9 hours
Habitat: Arctic

Descent from Crater Camp: After departing from Crater Camp, our descent leads to Mweka Hut Campsite, with a scheduled break at Barafu Camp for lunch. The trail is notably rocky and can be strenuous on the knees; therefore, trekking poles are highly recommended for added support and stability.

Mweka Camp, situated in the upper forest zone, often experiences mist or rain in the late afternoon. As the day concludes, you will enjoy your final dinner on the mountain. This is an excellent opportunity to reflect on your incredible journey and rest well before the final leg of your trek.

Elevation 5,790 meters to 3,100 meters
Distance: 12 km
Hiking Time: 4 – 6 hours
Habitat: Arctic

Following a well-deserved breakfast, you will partake in a celebratory event with your climbing team, featuring vibrant dancing and singing. This is the perfect moment to present your gratuities to the guide, assistant guides, chef(s), and porters who have supported you throughout your adventure.

After the festivities, you will begin your descent, taking approximately three hours to reach Mweka Gate. At the gate, all hikers are required to sign out to receive their certificates of completion. Climbers who reached Stella Point (5,685 meters) will receive a green certificate, while those who successfully summited Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) will be awarded a gold certificate.

Following the certificate presentation, you will continue your descent to Mweka Village, which takes about one hour (3 kilometers). Upon arrival, a hot lunch will be served. You will then drive back to Moshi for much-needed showers and additional celebrations to commemorate the successful completion of your Kilimanjaro trek.

Transfer to the airport will be arranged depends on flight time, please remind Sote Tours staff about any changes of the flight.

You can extend your stay by going to  safari or relaxing on Zanzibar beach.