Malaika Oasis Safari
8-day Lemosho Route - the Scenic Route
Trip Type:
Kilimanjaro Climbs
Overview:
Wide-open views, peaceful trails, misty rainforests, valleys and an overall epic journey to the roof of Africa, Lemosho is the most scenic route. Join us for this epic 8-day Lemosho Route trek! It’s a scenic gem with stunning vistas, most stunning landscapes and low crowds. You'll get plenty of time to acclimatize, which gives you a 90–95% shot at Uhuru Peak. We’ll cover 70 km through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and icy summits, camping under the stars.
Group size:
Price from:
1-10 persons per climb
3,900 USD / person
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Itinerary:
Day 0: Arrival
- Land at JRO, transfer to Moshi/Arusha (∼1 hr). Briefing, gear check, optional rentals.
- Sleep: Chanya Lodge, Moshi. Food: Dinner. Elevation: ∼900m. Tip: Rest and prep gear.
Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
- Drive to Londorossi Gate (2,100m), register, hike through rainforest to Mti Mkubwa.
- Distance: 6km. Time: 3–4 hrs. Elevation: 2,100m to 2,650m.
- Sleep: Mti Mkubwa Camp (tents). Food: Lunch, dinner. Tip: Pack rain gear.
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
- Trek through rainforest to moorland, reach Shira Plateau with Kibo views.
- Distance: 8km. Time: 5–6 hrs. Elevation: 2,650m to 3,500m.
- Sleep: Shira 1 Camp (tents). Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Tip: Stay hydrated.
Day 3: Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp
- Hike across Shira Plateau, acclimatize with panoramic views. • Distance: 7km. Time: 3–4 hrs. Elevation: 3,500m to 3,840m.
- Sleep: Shira 2 Camp (tents). Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Tip: Enjoy the scenery.
Day 4: Shira 2 to Barranco Camp
- Climb to Lava Tower (4,600m) for acclimatization, descend to Barranco Camp.
- Distance: 10km. Time: 6–7 hrs. Elevation: 3,840m to 3,950m.
- Sleep: Barranco Camp (tents). Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Tip: Pace for altitude.
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
- Climb Barranco Wall, trek to Karanga Valley with Kibo views.
- Distance: 5km. Time: 4–5 hrs. Elevation: 3,950m to 4,000m.
- Sleep: Karanga Camp (tents). Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Tip: Tackle the Wall slowly
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
- Hike to alpine desert, reach Barafu Camp, rest for summit.
- Distance: 4km. Time: 3–4 hrs. Elevation: 4,000m to 4,670m.
- Sleep: Barafu Camp (tents). Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Tip: Prep for midnight climb.
Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
- Midnight climbs to Stella Point (5,739m), then Uhuru Peak (5,895m) for sunrise. Descend to Mweka Camp.
- Distance: 17km (5km up, 12km down). Time: 6–8 hrs up, 4–6 hrs down.
- Elevation: 4,670m to 5,895m to 3,100m. Sleep: Mweka Camp (tents).
- Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Tip: Pace yourself, watch scree descent.
Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and Return to Moshi
- Descend to Mweka Gate (1,640m), get certificate, drive to Moshi/Arusha (∼1 hr).
- Distance: 10km. Time: 3–4 hrs. Elevation: 3,100m to 1,640m.
- Sleep: Chanya Lodge, Moshi. Food: Breakfast, lunch. Tip: Tip crew, watch trails.
Activities:
• Guided 8-day Kilimanjaro trekking expedition
• Nature and wildlife viewing along the trail
• Acclimatization hikes and altitude preparation
• Summit attempt to Uhuru Peak (5,895m)
• Cultural experience in Moshi town before and after the climb
Optional Activities:
- Extra night(s) in Moshi before/after the trek
- Gear rental (sleeping bags, jackets, boots, poles, etc.)
- Private toilet tent for added comfort
- Extra porters for personal items
- Day trips around Moshi (e.g., Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour, hot springs)
- Airport transfers to/from Arusha if needed
- Mount Meru trek (as pre-acclimatization)
Included:
- All park entry fees and taxes (conservation, camping, rescue)
- Two night accommodation in Moshi (before and after the climb)
- Mountain accommodation (5 nights in mountain huts/tents)
- All meals during the trek (3 meals daily + snacks)
- Professional, certified English-speaking mountain guides
- Mountain crew: porters, cook, and support staff
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- All road transfers to and from the trailhead
- First aid kit and emergency oxygen
- Summit certificate (official from Kilimanjaro National Park)
- Pre-climb briefing and gear check
- Climbing permits and rescue fees
- Drinking water during the climb
Not included:
- International flights to/from Tanzania
- Visa fees for Tanzania
- Travel and medical insurance (required)
- Personal hiking/trekking gear (can be rented)
- Sleeping bag and trekking poles (rental available)
- Tips for guides, cook, and porters (recommended: $280 total)
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
- Laundry, phone calls, and other personal expenses
- Extra hotel nights (before or after the trek)
- Helicopter rescue (available but at extra cost)
Malaika Oasis Safari
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