The first day Affordable Kilimanjaro Trek Lemosho ,Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, our transfer driver will be waiting for you. He will take you to the Tulia hotel, where the rest of the day is at leisure. You might want to explore the town of Arusha (taxi required) or just relax at the lodge. In the evening you will be briefed by our team on site in preparation of the upcoming trekking tour. You will spend the night will do this briefing depend on your arrive time accommodation will be at . Karibu Heritage House

Accommodation: Karibu Heritage House

We depart Arusha for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead. Upon arrival at trailhead, we begin hiking through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch and Dinner.
• Elevation : 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft
• Distance :  6 km/4 miles
• Hiking Time : 3-4 hours
• Habitat : Forest

We continue on the trail leading out of the rain forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 Camp. Here we catch our first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau.

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch and Dinner.
• Elevation : 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft
• Distance : 8 km/ 5 miles
• Hiking Time : 5-6 hours
• Habitat : Heath

We explore the Shira Plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. Then we divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira Plateau is one of the highest plateaus on earth.

• Meal Plan: Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch.
• Elevation :  11,500 ft to 13,800 ft
• Distance :  11 km/ 7 miles
• Hiking Time :  5-7 hours
• Habitat : Heath

We begin the day climbing up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization.

• Meal Plan: Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch.
• Elevation : 13,800 ft to 15,190 ft
• Distance : 7 km/4 miles
• Hiking Time : 4-5 hours
• Habitat : Alpine Desert

We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization.

• Meal Plan: Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch.
• Elevation :  13,044 ft to 13,106 ft
• Distance : 5 km/ 3miles
• Hiking Time : 4-5 hours
• Habitat : Alpine Desert

We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.

• Meal Plan: Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch.
• Elevation :  13,106 ft to 1aa5,331 ft
• Distance : 4 km/2 miles
• Hiking Time :  4-5 hours
• Habitat :  Alpine Desert

Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.

From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak
Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
Habitat: Arctic

Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft
Distance: 12 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest

On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Arusha. Accommodation https://www.tuliahotelandspa.com/

• Meal Plan: Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch.
• Elevation : : 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
• Distance :  10 km/6 miles
• Hiking Time : 3-4 hours
• Habitat : Rain Forest

Accommodation:Tulia Boutique Hotel and Spa

The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Arusha town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.

*Safari, Zanzibar and other add-ons are available if you wish to continue exploring Tanzania

Price for Affordable Kilimanjaro Trek Lemosho  includes:

• Private transport to & from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your accommodations in Arusha.
• 2 nights of accommodation in Arusha .
• Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate
• Park entry fees,
• Camping fees
• Rescue fees
• 18% VAT on tour fees & services
• 4 Season mountain tents
• Double layered Sleeping Mats
• Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
• 3 hot meals daily while on the mountain, hot drinks and snacks
• Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
• Hot water for washing
• Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (TLTO And TATO)
• Government taxes
• Portable oxygen tanks & ox meter
• Emergency first-aid kit
• Portable flush toilet from Group of 4 if your less than 4 you will pay extra 95$

Price for Affordable Kilimanjaro Trek Lemosho  Not Included

• Lunches, dinners and drinks at your hotel before and after climb.
• Travel insurance
• Flights
• Laundry (Available at hotel)
• Personal items and toiletries
• Surcharge for online payment of balance (5%)
• Tips for guides, porters and cook (this is a guide to tipping on the mountain http://www.kiliporters.org/tipping_recommendations.php

Tipping on Kilimanjaro from the trekking group ( per climber):
• Guides ,Cook and Potters – From 270 $  per climber per trip

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