LEMOSHO VIA STELLA POINT 8-DAYS
Tour Details
WHY THIS ITINERARY?
The complete Kilimanjaro experience, more acclimatization time, more spectacular scenery. This route has been an all-round favorite and despite being busy latterly once it joins the Machame route at Lava Tower, the ascent profile, scenic variation and ascent via Stella Point make this a superlative choice for anyone looking to successfully hike Kilimanjaro.
DESCRIPTION
An 8-day ascent to the roof of Africa. Starting at Lemosho on the Western side and traversing across the most spectacular parts of the mountain. It joins the Machame route above Shira camp on day 4 and then from Barafu camp ascends to the summit via Stella Point. Descent is via the Mweka route.
HIGHLIGHTS
Kilimanjaro! Afro-montane Forest, Shira plateau, glacial valleys and alpine desert, views of Mawenzi, ascent of Kibo and possible views of Kibo caldera and ash pit. Glaciers and the roof of Africa!
Included
- Pick up and Departure to the Airport
- All camping fees
- Oxygen cylinder
- Transport to/from the mountain gates
- Meals 3 times per day
- Sleeping pad/mattress
- Forest Fees
- Car Rescue fees
- Kilimanjaro Park entry fees
- Oximeter
- Private Portable Toilets
- Cook and kitchen utensils
- VAT Value Added Tax
- 2 night at the lodge/hotel-one night before and after the climb
- All camping gears
- 3 litres of mineral water for the first day
- Guides chef and porters' salaries
- Boiled/Purified drinking water
- English speaking guide (certified as a Wilderness First Responder & Emergency Medicine Adult and Child CPR)
- Personal Summit Certificate stamped.
- Daily briefing
Excluded
- International and local Flights
- Government imposed increase of Taxes and/ park fees.
- Person items (souvenirs
- Tips/Gratitude to your guide
- Additional accommodation during or at the end of the climb
- travel insurance etc.
- Visa
Touring Map
Day 1 ARRIVAL – LODGE
On arrival you are met by Rg Tour and Safaris driver guide and transferred to your evening’s accommodation. In the late afternoon there is a briefing with our expedition manager and head guide to go over the itinerary in detail, check gear and answer any questions you may have. Dinner & overnight Lodge (dinner).
Day 2 KILIMANJARO – FOREST
From Arusha we set out in vehicles to the starting point of the Lemosho trail. Here you meet the rest of your crew and set of at a leisurely pace into afro-montane forest. Lunch is taken on trail and camp is reached mid -afternoon. Overnight Forest Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).
Day 3 KILIMANJARO – SHIRA 1
From the forested slopes of Lemosho you ascend through Podocarpus and Juniper Forest and break out of the forest on to the heath zone and the Shira Plateau. Lunch is taken on trail and you arrive in camp mid- afternoon. Overnight Shira 1 Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).
Day 4 KILIMANJARO- MOIR
Crossing the Shira plateau can be one of the most scenic parts of the trip and this morning we hike for around 3-4 hours to the lunch point. After lunch we ascend to Moir camp, arriving in the mid afternoon. For those with the energy a hike in the late afternoon is possible. Dinner& overnight Moir Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner
Day 5 KILIMANJARO – BARRANCO
From Moir we traverse across the slopes of Kibo. Here relatively little flora or fauna can survive the extreme temperature ranges and conditions that typify this zone. Lunch is normally taken close to Lava Tower and for those that feel very strong there is an optional ascent of Lava Tower before descending down to Barranco camp in the afternoon. Dinner & overnight Barranco camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).
Day 6 KILIMANJARO – KARANGA
An early start is recommended to hike the Barranco wall. After about 2 hours you reach the top and then hike over glacial valleys to Karanga camp. Sunsets here are particularly spectacular with views of the southern glacial valleys and ice fields towering 1000 meters (over 3000 feet) above you. Overnight Karanga Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).
Day 7 KILIMANJARO – BARAFU
Today is another half day ascending to Barafu camp. Once again lunch is taken in camp allowing plenty of time to relax before the summit bid. Desolate alpine desert and at times strong winds rip over this camp and yet in the evening splendid views of Mawenzi volcano are the norm. Overnight Barafu Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).
Day 8 KILIMANJARO – SUMMIT / MWEKA
Today is another half day ascending to Barafu camp. Once again lunch is taken in camp allowing plenty of time to relax before the summit bid. Desolate alpine desert and at times strong winds rip over this camp and yet in the evening splendid views of Mawenzi volcano are the norm. Overnight Barafu Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).
Day 9 ARUSHA
final descent of 4,500 ft brings you down to Mweka Gate where your team will have prepared another scrumptious and fresh lunch and your transfer vehicles will be waiting to collect you. Here you will say goodbye to our mountain staff before heading to the hotel near Arusha for a farewell dinner and either overnight or a day room and departure. Extend your Tanzanian vacation with RG Tour and Safaris on safari, walking safari or other adventures.
Day 10 Departure
After breakfast you are transferred onto onward connections. Note if you want to spend the day at rest, please request a day room (extra charge). END OF OUR SERVICES Feel free to contact us for any question: info@rgtourandsafari.com
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$2,390.00 USD
- Depature Time 2025-02-24 08:00 AM
- Return Time 2025-03-03 08:00 AM
- Total Capacity 30 Seat