MOUNT KILIMANJARO Are you looking to climb to the top of Kilimanjaro?
At Explore, we believe in making sure that as many of our customers as possible are able to achieve their once-in-a-lifetime dream of climbing to the top of Kilimanjaro. This is why we have chosen the Lemosho trek and built-in the additional acclimatisation days required to enjoy a safe ascent of the highest mountain in Africa. Acclimatisation is vital, not only because it drastically increases the probability of making it to the top, but it also makes the whole experience that bit more enjoyable. In 2011 over 94% of Explore travellers successfully made it to the summit. There’s no getting round it – Kili is tough and it is not a mountain to rush.
WHICH ROUTE? Our route of choice is the Lemosho trek, used on our Kilimanjaro - Lemosho Trek and Kilimanjaro and Serengeti Safari. This is one of the least-trodden camping routes on the mountain with different ascent and descent paths, allowing us to fully explore the different climatic regions and spectacular views. It begins in the Lemosho Glades on Kilimanjaro’s western side, climbing from 2100m to the summit, over six ascent days. The trek is eight days in duration, giving you the best possible chance of reaching the summit.
We use the Rongai route on our Tanzanian Volcano Trek. Again, this is a little-used, varied and spectacular camping trek that uses different ascent and descent paths. Beginning at Nale Moru on the northern side at 1950m, the ascent is made over four days and the trek is six days in total duration. This route is shorter because we have already completed a four-day acclimatisation trek on Mt. Meru where we summit at a height of 4562m.
Climb Mount Kilimanjaro
Lemosho Glades 2100m
TANZANIA
BIG TREE FOREST CAMP 2780m
SHIRA ONE 3500m
MOIR HUT 4175m
LAVA TOWER 4640m
KARANGA 3960m
MILLENNIUM CAMP 3790m
Mweka Gate
CAMP 1630m
Marangu Gate
1800m MOSHI km 015
Rongai Route Lemosho Route
WHY EXPLORE? Both our treks are fully-supported by our team of porters, guides and cooks. Their hard work, professionalism, enthusiasm and efficiency are central
to the success of your climb. We work closely with our local partner based in Moshi to ensure their fair treatment, pay and work conditions. Together, we are recognised by the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project as being committed to promoting proper porter treatment and we continue to work with them to set the benchmark in responsible behaviour.
Uhuru Peak 5895m
KIBO
4700m KIBO
BARAFU 4640m
KENYA
Nale Moru 2020m
SIMBA CAMP 2700m
KIKELEWA 3650m
MAWENZI TARN 4330m
Hans Mayer Peak 5120m
Mawenzi
HOROMBO 3700m
KILIMANJARO – LEMOSHO TREK TREK TO THE ‘ROOF OF AFRICA’
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We trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Uhuru Peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa. Following the little-used Lemosho route we climb and descend on different paths, walking through the mountain’s different climatic regions and admiring the changing plant and animal life. Highlights include the ice fields of Kibo, the daunting Barranco Wall and the breathtaking views from the summit itself.
ITINERARY
Days 1/2 Overnight flight to Kilimanjaro and travel to Moshi. Day 3 Kilimanjaro trek From Lemosho Glades walk through forests to Big Tree Camp (2780m). Day 4 Shira Camp (3500m) Trek to Shira enjoying views of Mount Meru and the Rift Valley along the way. Day 5 Northern Ice Fields Trek below the ice fields of Kibo. Optional walk to Lent Hills. Spend the night at Moir Hut (4175m). Day 6 Lava Tower (4640m) Climb volcanic landscapes to the camp at Lava Tower. Optional trek to Arrow Glacier Hut (4800m). Day 7 Karanga Valley (4035m) Descend into the Barranco Valley (3960m) before climbing the Barranco Wall to Karanga. Day 8 Barafu Camp (4640m) Climb the lunar landscape and spend the night at the camp at Barafu. Day 9 Kilimanjaro ascent Trek to Stella Point (5700m) and climb to the summit of the Uhuru Peak (5895m). Make a long descent to Millennium Camp (3790m). Day 10 Mweka Gate (1630m) Return to verdant forest and Mweka Gate before transferring back to Moshi. Day 11
Kilimanjaro – Lemosho Trek Ref KC
Lemosho Glades 2100m
BIG TREE FOREST CAMP 2780m
SHIRA ONE 3500m
MOIR HUT 4175m
CAMP
LAVA TOWER 4640m
Uhuru Peak 5895m
KIBO
KARANGA 3960m
T ANZ ANIA
Mweka Gate 1630m
MILLENNIUM CAMP 3790m
BARAFU 4640m
£2198 12 DAYS
Arusha National Park Relax or take an optional game drive in search of giraffes, elephants, hippos and buffalos. Overnight flight to the UK. Note that our trek is 2 days longer than most other Kilimanjaro ascents. This is to improve your chances of reaching the summit and maximise your enjoyment Please see trip notes for details.
For detailed information visit
www.explore.co.uk/tours/kc
DETAILS
Tour type Walking Comfort Active Trek grade tough
Accommodation and Meals: 2 nights hotel, 7 nights camping. 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 9 dinners are included.
Transport: Bus.
Trekking Details: This is an 8-day trek with an average of 5 to 7 hours trekking each day, except on the ascent of the Uhuru Peak which involves 12 to 14 hours of trekking. Generally we walk at altitudes between 3000m and 5000m and we reach a maximum altitude of 5895m. We have graded this trek as ‘tough’. The trek is fully-supported by porters and staff.
Group Size: Generally 10 to 16. TOUR DATES
The Kilimanjaro – Lemosho Trek tour runs in the following months:
Jan
May Sep
MOSHI
Kilimanjaro Airport
188 km 015 Feb
Jun Oct
Mar
Jul Nov
Apr Aug Dec
For full details of the dates and prices visit
explore.co.uk/tours/kc
TOUR ONLY – 10 DAYS Tour price without flights from £1530
For more information and to book, go online at
www.explore.co.uk Ref: KC
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