10 day kilimanjaro climb through Lemosho route

10 DAY KILIMANJARO CLIMB - Overview

Embark on a thrilling 10 day Kilimanjaro climb through the scenic Lemosho Route. Experience breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife.The 10 day Kilimanjaro climb on the Lemosho route has the highest success rate. This extended 10 day Kilimanjaro climb provides stunning views of West Kilimanjaro. It connects with the Machame route during the second stage. Hikers on this 10-day Kilimanjaro climb pass breathtaking landmarks like the famous Barranco Wall. While the Lemosho route is usually completed in seven or eight days, a 10 day Kilimanjaro climb improves acclimatization. 

The seven-day trek starts at 3,500 meters, whereas the eight-day trek begins at 2,200 meters. This marks the key difference between them. The eight-day route starts at a lower elevation, allowing hikers on a 10 day Kilimanjaro climb to trek through a tropical jungle on the first day. The seven-day trek skips this portion. The rainforest section is only encountered on the way back. The Lemosho Shira route can be completed in six days, but a 10 day Kilimanjaro climb offers a steadier ascent and a higher chance of summiting successfully.

Fitness needed to climb mount Kilimanjaro

Climbing Kilimanjaro is challenging due to the altitude, steep ascents, and changing temperatures, but it is achievable with proper preparation. On most days, you will walk for six to seven hours, so pacing yourself is crucial. Hiking too fast makes it harder for your body to adjust, while a steady pace helps with acclimatization. Being in good shape also makes the climb easier, so start training a few months in advance. Multi-day hikes are ideal, but running and other cardio exercises also help. Altitude sickness is unpredictable, but you can reduce the risk by adding an extra day to your trek, giving your body more time to adjust and improving your chances of reaching the summit. For more tips.Visit

10 day kilimanjaro climb-Itinerary

For 10 Day Kilimanjaro Climb

Karibu Tanzania – welcome to Tanzania!" your Tanzania Specialist guide greets you warmly as you exit Kilimanjaro International Airport. From there, you’re escorted to your accommodation to unwind and soak in the African ambience. The next morning, your private safari begins, allowing you to explore at your own pace.

Lemosho Route

Your amazing journey along the Lemosho Route begins today. After picking you up in the morning, your guide drives you to Kilimanjaro National Park's western entrance (2,200 m), which takes around four hours. The road winds through a stunning tropical rainforest before reaching the 3,500-meter drop-off point, where you can take in views of the stunning Shira plateau. You can adjust to the high altitude on foot by following the level path to the first camp.

Shira Camp 1

You leave Shira 1 Camp (3,505 m) in the morning and head to Shira 2 Camp (3,900 m). This hike is easy, and as you ascend higher, you may take in the stunning scenery and distinctive vegetation of Kilimanjaro's environs. Shira 2 Camp is the ideal place to see Mount Meru, Africa's fifth peak, on a clear day. To improve your chances of reaching the summit and lowering your risk of altitude sickness, trek to Lava Tower Camp (an elevation gain of 200m) after lunch.

Shira Camp 2

Between Shira Camp 2 and the stunning Lava Tower at 4,630 meters (15,190 feet), there are numerous ascents and descents with breathtaking vistas. You may feel uneasy due to the elevation change, so you have lunch at Lava Tower for one to two hours to allow your body to adjust. You descend to Barranco Camp after lunch. Be on the lookout for odd-looking flowering plants that can reach a height of five meters! At the base of the towering Barranco Wall, which is remarkable for its sheer size and steepness, is Barranco Camp.

Baranco Camp

You head to the Barranco Wall from Barranco Camp after breakfast. This is often the climb's most enjoyable aspect for many individuals. A breathtaking panorama of Mount Meru and the Kibo Volcano can be seen once you reach the summit of the Barranco Wall. A more challenging hike then begins to get to Karanga Camp. Maintain a steady pace because this route has a lot of ups and downs. You can begin an acclimatization hike toward Barafu Camp after eating lunch at the camp.

Karanga camp

Your journey to Uhuru Peak, the summit of Kilimanjaro, begins at Barafu Camp! You get to the camp around lunchtime, having started after breakfast. After you've recovered, go on an acclimatization hike to and from Kosovo Summit Camp (4,870m). As you get ready for the last push to the summit around midnight, take in the breath-taking vistas of the neighboring peaks and feel the excitement of high-altitude camping.

Barafu Camp

You begin your journey to Uhuru Peak from Barafu Camp around midnight  on this day. The most difficult aspect of the ascent is the high altitude, which leads over good trails. Enjoy a stunning dawn upon reaching the summit—quite remarkable at this altitude! After celebrating your final victory for a short while at the summit, you gradually make your way down to the picturesque Millennium Camp.

Millenium Camp

In the middle of a tropical rainforest stands the Millennium camp. You are relieved to have reached the summit and feel a sense of accomplishment as you wake up today. You walk leisurely to the park's exit after breakfast. After that, your driver returns you to the hotel so you may rest comfortably!

The last day of 10 Day Kilimanjaro Climb

On the last day, you’ll head from your hotel to Kilimanjaro International Airport to catch your flight home. After completing the remarkable Mount Kilimanjaro climb, you’ll return with unforgettable memories and the accomplishment of summiting. This day signifies the conclusion of your trek and the beginning of your return to everyday life.

10 day kilimanjaro climb-INCLUDED & EXCLUDED

INCLUDED

  • Park admission for eight days
  • Airport pickup and transfer
  • Porters who transport your bags
  • A private guide who speaks English fluently
  • A private chef who speaks English wellList Item

EXCLUDED

  • International flights and visas
  • Travel insurance

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