10 Days Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro hiking

Ultimate 10 Days/9 Nights Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Tour Package – East Africa Adventure from Uganda

Embark on an unforgettable journey with our 10 Days/9 Nights Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro tour package, perfectly tailored for adventure seekers from Uganda. As one of the top Uganda tour operators specializing in East Africa safaris, we blend the thrill of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro with the essence of Uganda tourism. Whether you're coming from a gorilla trekking Uganda experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest or a wildlife safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park, this package offers the ultimate extension to your Uganda adventure tours. Discover stunning landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and the challenge of summiting Africa's highest peak, all while enjoying seamless connections from Kampala travel agencies.

Package Details

  • Package Name: 10 Days/9 Nights Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro
  • Number of Days: 10 Days / 9 Nights
  • Type: Adventure Trekking / Mountaineering
  • Location: Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (easily accessible via flights from Uganda for a complete East Africa wildlife tours experience)
  • Least Price: (based on group size and season)

This scenic Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro climb is designed for optimal acclimatization and higher success rates, traversing lush rainforests, moorlands, and alpine deserts. Ideal for Uganda safari enthusiasts, it combines physical challenge with breathtaking views, making it a must-do for those exploring Uganda tours and beyond. Experience the magic of East Africa, from Uganda's source of the Nile to Tanzania's iconic summit, in a safe, guided expedition that promises lifelong memories.


Activities

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Itinerary

Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (easily connected from Uganda). Transfer to your hotel in Moshi for a welcome briefing, gear check, and rest. Explore local markets or relax, preparing for your East Africa mountaineering adventure.


Hotel in Moshi

Sea level to 2,000m (6,562ft)


A light day for optional short hikes or visits to nearby waterfalls. Perfect for adjusting after your Uganda wildlife tours, with team bonding and final preparations.

Hotel in Mosh
Around 2,000m (6,562ft)


Drive to Lemosho Gate (2,100m/6,890ft) for registration. Hike through dense rainforest teeming with colobus monkeys and birds – a nod to Uganda's gorilla trekking vibes. Distance: 6km (3.7mi), 3-4 hours.


Mti Mkubwa Camp

2,100m to 2,650m (8,694ft)


Ascend from forest to heathland, crossing the Shira Plateau with stunning Kilimanjaro views. Spot wildlife like antelopes, similar to Uganda safaris in Kidepo Valley. Distance: 8km (5mi), 5-6 hours.


Shira 1 Camp

2,650m to 3,505m (11,499ft)


Continue across the plateau to Shira 2, with optional side trip to Shira Cathedral for panoramic vistas. Acclimatize while enjoying the vast landscapes that rival Uganda's Rwenzori Mountains. Distance: 7km (4.3mi), 4-5 hours.


Shira 2 Camp

3,505m to 3,850m (12,631ft)


Climb to Lava Tower (4,600m/15,092ft) for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Valley. Traverse alpine desert and enjoy dramatic scenery. Distance: 10km (6.2mi), 6-8 hours.


Barranco Camp

3,850m to 3,950m (12,959ft)


Conquer the Barranco Wall, a thrilling scramble, then hike to Karanga Valley. Short day for rest and hydration, building stamina like in Uganda adventure tours. Distance: 5km (3.1mi), 4-5 hours.

Karanga Camp
3,950m to 4,035m (13,238ft)


Steady ascent to high camp, with views of the summit. Afternoon rest for the midnight push. Distance: 4km (2.5mi), 3-4 hours.

Barafu Camp

4,035m to 4,600m (15,092ft)


Easy descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate. Certificate ceremony, transfer to airport. Extend your trip with Uganda safaris or gorilla trekking Uganda for a full East Africa package. Distance: 10km (6.2mi), 3-4 hours.

Departure
3,100m to 1,650m (5,413ft)


  • • All Park fees, Picnic lunches. Rescue fees, Camping fees,
  • • All transfers as Indicated in the itinerary above,
  • • Hotel overnight after trek in Arusha.
  • • Accommodations based on double occupancy – Sleeping in the dome tents.
  • • Meals as per the above itinerary – 3 Meals a day – Vegetarians and Non vegetarians.
  • • Services of Riverine Safaris staffs throughout. The cook will be responsible for your 3delicious meal a day.
  • • Services of a Senior Naturalist Trekking Guides and assistance guide.
  • • All baggage handling – Recommended weight for clients’ backpack to be carried up the mountain is 15kgs. Kindly allow 5 kg for personal daypacks including Cameras.
  • • Salaries for the Guides, Ass. Guides, Cook and Porters.
  • • We will provide guides and assistant guides in this trekking. Our Guides are licensed and have received training from Mt. Kilimanjaro National Park Instructors.
  • • Transfers to the gate before and After Trek to Arusha.
  • • Complimentary bottled drinking water daily thru out the treks.
  • • Services of Camping equipment. These are Tents, Sleeping mattress, camping table and chairs etc.
  • • Soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits (as well as gifts like local crafts etc)
  • • Any local and international flights tickets (airline).
  • • Tips for staff such as guides, porters and the cook staff
  • • Fees for passport, visas, immunizations and insurance
  • • Meals and expenses en route to Tanzania
  • • Laundry, phone and other items of a personal nature
  • • Passport book, a day pack, a rucksack or safari bag.