09 Days Climbing Lemosho Route – Javiva Adventures
| Included |
- Transport to and from Mount Kilimanjaro (Shuttle Bus from Nairobi)
- Accommodation at Arusha Center Inn Hotel (2 nights, bed & breakfast)
- Professional guides, porters, and cooks
- Three meals a day during the trek
- Camping and park entry fees
- Certificate of achievement
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| Excluded |
- Tips for guides, porters, and cooks
- Personal climbing gear (clothing, rucksack, etc.)
- Personal travel insurance
- Beverages and bottled water
- Visa fees
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Begin your adventure with a scenic journey from Nairobi to Arusha via a morning shuttle bus. Pass through the Namanga border for immigration clearance before continuing to Arusha for an overnight stay at a pre-booked hotel with bed and breakfast.
- Walking Distance: 6 km / 3.7 miles
- Walking Time: 2-3 hours
- Altitude Gain: 550 m / 1,795 ft
Start your trek from Londorossi Gate through the lush rainforest to Big Tree Camp (Mti Mkubwa). Keep an eye out for wildlife, including colobus monkeys and exotic birds.
- Walking Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
- Walking Time: 4-5 hours
- Altitude Gain: 830 m / 2,725 ft
Trek through the moorland zone, where the vegetation changes from dense rainforest to heather and volcanic rock formations. Reach Shira 1 Camp and enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Meru.
- Walking Distance: 11 km / 6.8 miles
- Walking Time: 6-8 hours
- Altitude Gain: 370 m / 1,210 ft
Explore the volcanic landscapes of the Shira Plateau, visiting the iconic Shira Cathedral before reaching Shira Huts for an overnight stay.
- Walking Distance: 9 km / 5.6 miles
- Walking Time: 6-8 hours
- Altitude Gain: 135 m / 440 ft (790 m / 2,590 ft to Lava Tower)
Acclimatization is key today as you ascend to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp. The stunning Barranco Wall offers a taste of the thrilling climb ahead.
- Walking Distance: 5.5 km / 3.5 miles
- Walking Time: 4-5 hours
- Altitude Gain: 55 m / 185 ft
Tackle the Barranco Wall, a fun but challenging climb, before a gradual trek to Karanga Camp. Enjoy panoramic views of the glaciers above.
- Walking Distance: 3.5 km / 2.2 miles
- Walking Time: 4-5 hours
- Altitude Gain: 640 m / 2,105 ft
A short but steep hike takes you to Barafu Camp, the final stop before your summit attempt. Rest early in preparation for the final ascent.
- Walking Distance: 5 km / 3 miles ascent + 10 km / 6.2 miles descent
- Walking Time: 10-16 hours (5-6 hours ascent, 5-6 hours descent)
- Altitude Gain: 1,072 m / 3,511 ft (Stella Point) or 1,215 m / 3,980 ft (Uhuru Peak)
- Descent: 2,075 m / 6,810 ft
Embark on the most challenging yet rewarding part of your journey. Reach the roof of Africa at Uhuru Peak and celebrate your accomplishment before descending to Millennium Camp.
- Walking Distance: 20 km / 12.5 miles
- Walking Time: 5 hours
- Descent: 1,990 m / 6,530 ft
Complete your descent through the rainforest to Lemosho Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificate before heading back to Arusha.
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