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Nine-Day Kilimanjaro Climb Via Lemosho Route

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Join us on this nine-day, guided trip to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. This tour is for those wanting to conquer Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route, one of the most favoured route to summit Kilimanjaro because of its high summit rate and great scenery. This route is less crowded than other routes, making it perfect from first-time trekkers. Also, since it takes more to reach the top through this route, it provides better acclimatization to the climbers, increasing the chances of a successful summit. Your trek starts on the western side of Kilimanjaro from Londorossi Gate. Continue your journey through the rainforest to reach the Shira Plateau. At this point, the trail moves east to the Lava Tower from where it heads down to the Barranco Valley. You also get the chance to spend a night in Crater Camp, just below the summit, during descent, which arguably is the most interesting part of this journey. Please note that the tour price also includes two night's accommodation in Moshi, one night each before and after the climb. For more details, please go through the itinerary below.

ClimbingTrekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Tent, Hotel, Hut

Age Range

7-85 yrs

Operated in

english, french, german, spanish

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Lemosho route, Kilim

Kilimanjaro Lemosho route, Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Mti Mkubwa, Shira Camp One, Moir Hut, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Crater Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration9 days

From

USD 2,700

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Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking 8-Day Lemosho Route

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Simply excellent, beautiful scenery, low crowed and our tour organizer team know about every vegetation and landscape.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Tent, Camping, Hut, Hotel

Age Range

10-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Lemosho route, Arush

Kilimanjaro Lemosho route, Arusha, Moshi, Mti Mkubwa Camp, Shira Camp One, Moir Hut, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp, Mweka Gate

Duration8 days

From

USD 3,250

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6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking - Machame Route

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The Machame route, also known as the “Whiskey” route, is now the most popular ascent route on Mt Kilimanjaro. Compared with the Marangu route, the walking days on the Machame route are longer and the walks are steeper. However, the scenery is spectacular and landscape interesting. The Machame route is considered a more challenging route, and is better suited for those with some hiking or backpacking experience. The Machame route is scenically beautiful and varied. Because it is a popular route there are increased numbers of trekkers. It approaches the summit from the southwest and descends using the Mweka route, rewarding climbers with views of the expansive Shira Plateau, an optional scramble up Lava Tower, a climb up the Great Barranco wall, and a traverse underneath Kilimanjaro’s southern ice field. Climbers sleep in supplied tents at designated campsites, and eat meals either outdoors (when it is warm outside and the sun is up) or inside a large dining tent, depending on weather conditions. Our staff will prepare all meals and set up and take down the tents. The Machame route is a highly successful route to the summit as you climb high and sleep lower because of position of the campsites. The climb high sleep low approach aids acclimatization and increases your chance of getting to the summit. After arrival at your accommodation in Moshi, you will have the opportunity to rest. Later there will be a meeting with the tour guides for a briefing about the trek and Mt Kilimanjaro. Importantly we also run an equipment check to ensure that every participant is as well prepared as possible. If you have any important gear missing, you can rent it from us.

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Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Tent, Hotel, Hut

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame Hut, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Barafu Hut, Mweka Camp

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,780

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7 Days Machame Route

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Tanzania is home to the best and most exciting trekking adventure of Africa, the fascinating Mount Kilimanjaro, rising to a height of 5,895 meters. The mountain is the tallest in the continent and is also known as the rooftop of Africa. This tour takes you along the Machame Route, arguably the most scenic route to the top fo the mountain. The trek starts in a dense rainforest, makes way through giant heather zoons, continues onto moorlands and finally culminates in highland deserts. As a result, you get to see a vast variety of sights and attractions, unique wildlife and exotic birds, and some of the most beautiful scenes on the planet. Each night we will stay in mountain dome tents where you will enjoy meals prepared by our mountain camp chefs. You will be led by a local Tanzanian guide whose expertise and vast knowledge of the mountain you will notice as he explains fascinating details about the route, flora and fauna. He will also attend to the endless details that make a climb successful and will look out for your safety. One day before your climb, you will meet and greet with your mountain guide from Kanuth Adventure Safari for a breefing about the climb.

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Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel, Hut, Lodge, Tent

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, french, spanish

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration7 days

From

USD 2,136

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6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking - Rongai Route

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We climbed the Kilimajaro by the Rongai Route. It was an amazing experience. 6 days there, walking, talking, eating, sharing... Es una ruta asequible, con un último dia de ascensión de dificultad media debido a la altitud y el frío. Hay que tomárselo con calma, disfrutar "pole pole", para saborear en las mejores condiciones la conquista de la cima.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Tent, Hotel, Hut

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Rongai route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Rongai route, Moshi, Simba Camp, Kikelewa Camp, Mawenzi Tarn Hut, Kibo Hut, Horombo Hut

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,700

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Kilimanjaro Trek - Marangu Route

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Known as the "Coca-Cola" route, the Marangu route approaches Kilimanjaro from the southeast. It is the oldest, most well-established route. Many favour the Marangu route because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope and direct path. Marangu is the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style accommodations. There are 60 bunk beds each at Mandara and Kibo Huts, and 120 bunk beds at Horombo Hut. Guests are supplied with mattresses and pillows, but sleeping bags are still required. The huts have communal dining halls and basic washrooms, ranging from flushing toilets and running water at the lower huts to long drop toilets and buckets of water at Kibo Hut.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Tent, Hotel, Hut, Sleeping Hut

Age Range

5-95 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Mandara Hut

Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Mandara Hut, Horombo Hut, Kibo Hut

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,440

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Kilimanjaro Mountain Trekking 7-Days Machame Route

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"It was incredible opportunity to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route with this travel operator. From start to finish, the entire experience was nothing short of exceptional. I am thrilled to share my overwhelmingly positive review of their services. First and foremost, the professionalism and expertise of the entire the Kilimanjaro team were evident from the moment I made my initial inquiry. Their prompt and informative responses to all of my questions instilled confidence and excitement for the adventure ahead. They provided detailed information about the Machame Route, its highlights, challenges, and what to expect at each stage of the climb. Thanks FASA our guide for making our trek memorable. "

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Tent, Camping, Hut, Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration7 days

From

USD 2,700

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Marangu route 6 days 5 nights

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This route is easy, gradual ascent and the most popular route for climbing Mt Kilimanjaro. You will be sleeping in shared wooden huts where toilets, dining and washing rooms (cold shower) are available. This route is recommended proper acclimatization. The Marangu Route is also known as the "Tourist Route" or "Coca Cola Route". And just about every tour operator will tell you: The Marangu route is the easiest, cheapest and by far the most popular. Unfortunately, only one of these statements is true: climbing Kilimanjaro on the Marangu route is the cheapest option. You will need a sleeping bag, warm clothes and walking poles. At Horombo we will take an extra day for acclimatization. During this day you will be able to take various walks so it is not at all a waste of a day. Rather, it is a great day and also one that will give you a much higher chance of reaching Kilimanjaro's top, as you will be properly acclimatized. For a detailed itinerary, we kindly ask you to see the itinerary tab.

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Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hut, Hotel, Sleeping Hut

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Marangu Route, Kilim

Kilimanjaro Marangu Route, Kilimanjaro, Mandara Hut, Horombo Hut, Kibo Hut, Arusha

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,500

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8-Day Kilimanjaro Trekking: Machame Route

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Machame Route (also known to as the "Whiskey Route") is the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro with high summit success rate. It rewards hikers with scenic splendors. From late afternoon sunsets at Shira to the misty revelations of Kibo at the great Barranco Wall, witness a scenic "slide show" as you trek to the top of the world's highest free-standing mountain. There is an added benefit to taking the Machame Route, as you are afforded the most valuable commodity on the mountain: acclimatization. The route takes you high to Lava Tower (4,630m) on Day 3 and brings you down by nearly 700m for an overnight at Barranco camp (3,950m). This is the secret to successful acclimatization. (Note: All your equipment and supplies are portered and a cook prepares all your meals. While the accommodation on the Marangu route is in huts, the Machame route offers strictly tents only accommodation.) See the itinerary section for more details about this tour.

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Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Tent, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Hotel, Hut

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Moshi, Machame, Shira Hut, Barranco Camp, Barafu Camp, Uhuru Peak, Mweka Gate

Duration8 days

From

USD 2,650

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Kilimanjaro - Machame Route

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Also known as the “Whiskey” route, the Machame route is now the most popular ascent route on Mt Kilimanjaro. Compared with the Marangu route, the walking days on the Machame route are longer and the walks are steeper. However, the scenery is spectacular and landscape interesting. The Machame route is considered a difficult route, and is better suited for more adventurous trekkers and those with some hiking or backpacking experience. The Machame route is scenically beautiful and varied. However, due to its popularity there are increased numbers of trekkers, it loses some of its splendour. The Machame route approaches the summit from the southwest and descends using the Mweka route, rewarding climbers with views of the expansive Shira Plateau, an optional scramble up Lava Tower, a climb up the Great Barranco wall, and a traverse underneath Kilimanjaro’s southern ice field. Climbers sleep in supplied tents at designated campsites, and eat meals either outdoors or inside a large dining tent, depending on weather conditions. Bless Africa Tours staff will prepare all meals and set up and take down the tents. The Machame route is a highly successful route to the summit as you climb high and sleep lower because of position of the campsites, which aids acclimatization. It also offers the opportunity to take an alternative route to the summit, either via Barafu camp or the less frequented and more difficult Western breach route. The minimum number of days required for this route is six days, although seven days is recommended to make the walk more enjoyable and improve acclimatization. After arrival in Moshi and the hotel, there will be the opportunity to rest. Later there will be a meeting with the tour guide for a briefing about the trek and Mt Kilimanjaro and, very importantly, an equipment check.

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Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Tent, Camping

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, tanzanian

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilim

Kilimanjaro Machame route, Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Machame Camp, Shira Camp, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration7 days

From

USD 1,900

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Ten-Day Kilimanjaro Climb: Northern Circuit

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We recently completed a 10-day adventure in Tanzania and I can confidently say it was one of the most incredible and well-organized travel experiences of my life. The tour was a perfect combination of challenge, natural beauty, and wildlife—featuring a 7-day Machame Route hike up Mount Kilimanjaro, followed by a 3-day classic safari through Tanzania’s top parks.

Trekking and HikingClimbing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Tent, Hotel, Hut

Age Range

7-79 yrs

Operated in

english, french, german, spanish

Destinations

Kilimanjaro, Mount Kilimanjaro N

Kilimanjaro, Mount Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route, Mti Mkubwa, Moshi, Shira Camp One, Shira Camp Two, Moir Hut, Buffalo Camp, School Hut Campsite, Crater Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration10 days

From

USD 2,755

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Kilimanjaro - Remote Northern Circuit

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Don't attempt this trip unless you know exactly what you're getting yourself into. And be aware that no matter how fit you are, altitude sickness can still strike you down. That's why you MUST use a reputable company like World Expeditions for a trek like this. My husband became ill on Day 3. Our trek leader was able to release a guide and a porter to get him back to Arusha and to hospital. I succumbed to a chest infection 5 days later and couldn't summit. Again, I was issued with a guide to get me safely to the next camp. Each of the 5 people in our group who did climb to the summit had a guide to ensure nothing went wrong. This was not the case for other tourists who attempted the climb. I heard stories of people wandering about alone at the top- disoriented and lost. Some groups didn't provide emergency oxygen. That meant their clients had to be dragged down the mountain, often barely unconscious. Any travel company can be good when things go to plan. What's important is how they respond when things go wrong. And what they do to minimize the risk. World Expeditions could not have been more professional. If you're determined to climb Kilimanjaro, these are the guys you want to do it with.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Hut

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Arusha, Lemosho Big Tree Camp, S

Arusha, Lemosho Big Tree Camp, Shira Camp One, Shira Hut, Moir Hut, Buffalo Camp, Third Cave Camp, School Hut Campsite, Millenium Camp

Duration11 days

From

USD 4,590

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Kilimanjaro - Rongai Route

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The Rongai route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, close to the Kenyan border. Though gaining popularity amongst climbers, Rongai has low traffic. It is the preferred route for those looking for an alternative to the crowded Marangu route, for those who would like a more remote hike, and for those who are climbing during the rainy season (the North side receives less precipitation). The Rongai route is one of the easiest route up to Kilimanjaro summit and it joins the Marangu route at Kibo hut. The minimum number of days required for this route is six days, and seven days are recommended. We have designed the trip for 7 days as that will allow for proper acclimatization on the mountain. Wildlife can be seen on the lower slopes such as buffalo's, Elephants, Baboons and monkeys together with different species of birds. Although the scenery is not as varied as the western routes, the Rongai route makes up for this by passing through true wilderness areas for days before joining the Marangu route at Kibo camp. On the way down this route goes together with the Marangu route. The Rongai route as such is a moderately difficult route and relatively easier than other routes up Kilimanjaro. It is therefore highly recommended, especially for those with less backpacking experience, as the probability of reaching the summit will be higher.

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Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Tent, Camping, Hut

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Rongai route, Kilima

Kilimanjaro Rongai route, Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Simba Camp, Second Cave, Kikelewa Camp, Mawenzi Tarn Hut, Kibo Hut, Horombo Hut

Duration7 days

From

USD 1,984

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Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

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Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the top things to do while visiting Africa. It offers mesmerizing experiences, and is a must-do for all adventure travelers. That said, choosing from the number of routes available can be a huge task. Luckily for you, we've done all the hard work, so that you can focus your energies on preparing for the most exciting adventure of your life. The Lemosho route approaches Kilimanjaro from the west. Rather than simply intersecting Shira Plateau (like Machame), Lemosho crosses it from Shira Ridge to Shira 2 Camp, in a pleasant hike. Climbers encounter low traffic until the route joins the Machame route. Afterwards, Lemosho follows the same route through Lava Tower, Barranco and Barafu, known as the southern circuit. Including Arusha National Park but is Option, The Lemosho route is considered the most scenic trail on Kilimanjaro, granting panoramic vistas on various sides of the mountain. As one of the newer routes, Lemosho is a superb choice for your climb. It is our preferred route due to its ideal balance of low crowds, beautiful scenery and a high summit success rate. The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the west, beginning with a long drive from Arusha to Londorossi Gate. From there, the first two days are spent trekking through the rain forest to Shira Ridge. The Lemosho route crosses the entire Shira Plateau from west to east in a pleasant, relatively flat hike.

ClimbingTrekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hut, Hotel

Age Range

18-60 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kilimanjaro Lemosho route, Arush

Kilimanjaro Lemosho route, Arusha, Mweka Gate, Arusha National Park, Mti Mkubwa, Shira Camp One, Moir Hut, Barranco Camp, Karanga Camp, Barafu Camp, Mweka Camp

Duration10 days

From

USD 1,870

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Nine-Day Kilimanjaro Climb Via Lemosho Route

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7 Days Machame Route

6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking - Rongai Route

Kilimanjaro Trek - Marangu Route

Kilimanjaro Mountain Trekking 7-Days Machame Route

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8-Day Kilimanjaro Trekking: Machame Route

Kilimanjaro - Machame Route

Ten-Day Kilimanjaro Climb: Northern Circuit

Kilimanjaro - Remote Northern Circuit

Kilimanjaro - Rongai Route

Mount Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

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