La route du Lemosho est l'itinéraire le plus spectaculaire et le plus beau pour monter au Kilimandjaro. C'est l'itinéraire le plus éloigné et le plus populaire aujourd'hui, qui traverse certains des paysages les plus saisissants et les moins fréquentés du Kilimandjaro, notamment la base du pic Kibo et les glaciers spectaculaires orientés vers le sud. Cet itinéraire présente l'avantage supplémentaire de traverser le plateau de Shira, un site classé au patrimoine mondial, et de faire le tour du Kilimandjaro à 180 degrés. De plus, cet itinéraire laisse beaucoup de temps pour s'acclimater à la haute altitude, ce qui est la clé de votre sécurité, de votre confort, de votre plaisir et de votre réussite lors de votre trekking sur le Kilimandjaro.
Londorossi Gate to Forest Camp
•Elevation (ft): 7,800ft to 8,694ft /2377m to 2650m
•Distance: 7 km
•Hiking Time:3-4 hours
•Habitat: Rain Forest
We depart Arusha to Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead (another hour to reach the trailhead). Upon arrival at trailhead, we eat lunch, then commence through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.
Point de départ
Arusha, Tanzania
07:00 - 09:00
Forest Camp to Shira Camp 1
•Elevation (ft): 8,694ft to 11,840ft /2650m to 3610m
•Distance: 8 km
•Hiking Time 5-6 hours
•Habitat: Moorland
We continue on the trail leading out of the forest and into a Savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is amazing.
Shira Camp 1 to Shira 2 to Moir Hut
•Elevation (ft): 11,5840ft to 13,800 ft /3610m to 4200m
•Distance: 14 km
•Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
•Habitat: Moorland
We explore the Shira plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east toward Kibo’s glaciered peak, across the plateau which leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. Then we continue to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira is one of the highest plateaus on earth.
Moir Hut via Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
•Elevation (ft): 13,800ft to 12,926ft /42000m to 3940m
•Distance: 7 km
•Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
•Habitat: Semi Desert
From the Shira Plateau, we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth.” Shortly after the tower, we stop for lunch and acclimatization after you descend to Barranco camp. Although you will end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
•Elevation (ft): 12,926ft to 13,100ft /3940m to 3995m
•Distance: 9km
•Hiking Time: 8-10 hours
•Habitat: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley campsite. Then, we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut
•Elevation (ft): 13,100ft/3995m to 15,331ft/4673m (and down to 10,000ft/3100m)
•Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent
•Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent
•Habitat: Arctic
You will wake up around 11:00pm for some tea and snacks that will warm you for the summit. At 12:00am you will start your summit with steep rocks for about 2 to 3 hours and then you will start crossing zigzag area and keep moving to crater rim and finally Stella point 18800feet/ 5657m on around 06:00am. At Stella point, you will meet with other hikers from other route and join them heading to Uhuru peak and you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (if weather permitting) on your way or at the summit. Once you arrive at the summit, you will stay for 10 to 15 minutes for pictures and sightseeing and descend down via the same trail for about 3 hours to Barafu Camp for rest, brunch, and descend to Mweka Hut. The distances from the base camp to the summit is 10km round trip.
Mweka Camp to Arusha
•Elevation (ft): 10,000ft/3100m to 5,380ft/1640m
•Distance: 10 km
•Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
•Habitat: Rain Forest
After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
From the gate A vehicle will meet and drive you back to hotel in Moshi for hot shower and Kilimanjaro beer.
Point d’arrivée
Arusha, Tanzania
16:00 - 18:00
Cancellations:
Prior to tour departure, for cancellations received by us in writing:
• If you cancel your tour a month before the tour start date, full
deposit paid is non-refundable.
• 1 month or less prior or no show: 100% tour cost.
• There are no refunds for unused portions of the program. Therefore,
refunds will not be made to clients who do not complete their tour for
their own reason/s, whatsoever amendments made to the itinerary once
paid for, may result in additional costs.
• If you cancel your tour one week after your total cost payment has
been processed, you will receive refund of 75% from your total payment.
• A 50% refund will be made for those who cancel their tour 4 weeks to
two months before start date.
• A 30% deposit is always used on paying for a client’s accommodations,
and that is why is not refundable. However, if you extend your depart
date within a year for any reason after you pay 30% deposit, your 30%
deposit can be extended for one year. The money will only apply towards
your trip cost if you visit Tanzania and book a tour though Cross to
Africa Safaris within one year from your cancellation date.
• Therefore, all refunds are subject to wire transfer fees in case of
cancellation.
• There will be no refund for any completed program.
Alterations of tours:
• To alter route and settlements in the itinerary, should conditions
necessitate, for the benefit of the client.
• To subcontract all or part of the agreed tour.
• To replace a faulty vehicle and compensate hours lost, by extra safari
hours or days.
• To change an accommodation (hotel, lodge, tented camp, guest house,
camp site etc.) with another same-level accommodation.
Insurance:
It must be clearly understood that these are adventure safaris, and
there are certain dangers and risks which are inevitable. Whilst every
care is taken for the safety and comfort of our clients, the company
accepts no liability for all or any of the following:
• Damage or loss of property of any client, howsoever caused.
• Sickness, infection, injury or death of the clients, howsoever caused.
• Change of itinerary due to road and weather conditions.
• Damages, directly or indirectly, arising out of delays in departure or
arrival, including delays occasioned by the missing of road, rail, ship
or aircraft connections.
• War and other rare calamities which may occur while on the safari.
• All the above and other unexpected situations can arise before or
during any type of vacation. Such an event might cause you to cut short
your vacation or cause your trip to be cancelled all together.
Unfortunately, because of the costs incurred by the tour operator, any
cancellation after booking incurs financial penalties, up to and
including loss of the entire package price. That’s why we strongly
recommend a travel protection plan offered by an insurance company in
your country.
For one low per-person price, you can buy peace of mind and keep your
vacation worry-free. You can purchase insurance online with any
insurance company.
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Hostel/camping
Available from the Arivel day to Dipature day
Meet and greet service, Assistance at the airport on arrival, Mountain guide and porters, Emergency evacuation insurance, Transfer as specified, All park fees, Camping fees/Hut fees and rescue fees, All pre and post climb accommodation as mentioned from the itinerary, 2 nights Accommodation in town, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners on the mountain,
International flight, Visas, Airport tax– but it can be paid direct by client(s), Driver guide, Tips, Climbing gears – if required it can be hired locally, Sleeping bags, Walking sticks, Drinks, Personal travel and Baggage insurance, Telephone bills, Laundry and any items of personal nature.
Medical equipment which can be rented well in advance for the following costs: US$ 250 per group for hyperbaric chamber, US$ 210 per group for an emergency oxygen cylinder and US$ 140 per group for a stretcher. Please note these prices include a porter to carry the equipment.
Portable toilets: If you are concerned about using public toilets, a portable toilet is available for an extra US$ 110 per person or US$ 180 per group. This service must be confirmed at the time of booking
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