Londorosi route: It is also located in the western part of the mountain and you can climb it in 6-8 days. 7 Days Kilimanjaro Climb – Londorosi Route is also known as Shira Plateau. It is used rarely as it requires a 4 x 4 vehicle to drive you from the Londorosi gate to the end of the vehicle track 22km farther. This route is suitable only during the dry season. It is a popular route for honeymoon trips and people who like the trails which are not populated.
Seven Days Six-night ascent via the Londorosi Route. The Shira Plateau route appears to be comparable to the Lemosho route for climbing. The hike may begin at the Morrum barrier, which is around 22 km away from Londorosi gate. The entire drive takes less than two hours. This route may also be climbed in six, seven, or eight days, however, we highly advise sticking to a minimum seven-day plan to allow for additional relaxation and acclimatization time.
Departure and Return Place: Moshi Town to Lemosho Gate and then back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (Google Maps)
Departure Time: Please be ready by 8:15 AM for a prompt departure at 9:30 AM.
Return Time: Approximately 10:30 AM on the last day.
Dress Code: Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat, cold weather jacket, gloves, pants, and spare clothing.
Accommodation: Two nights of accommodations based on Bed and Breakfast at 3 stars hotel (upgrades on request).
Customizations: Can be customized upon request, to meet traveller’s needs
Extensions: Trip Extensions are available on request.
Trip Availability: All year round.
Trip Highlights
Arrival
Day 1 to Shira 1 camp 3610m
Day 2 to Moir hut 4200m
Day 3 to Baranco camp 3940m
Day 4 to Karanga camp 3995m
Day 5 to Barafu camp 4673m
Day 6 to Summit to Uhuru (5895m) and descend to Mweka hut
Day 7 Descend from Mweka hut to Mweka gate (1640m) and drive back to Moshi
Days 8 climbing including a night in the crater:
Itinerary
Arrival Day :
Arrive in Moshi, Kilimanjaro
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will meet our representative, and transfer to your hotel in Moshi town. The hotel will provide all the essentials for a classic stay: cosy rooms, hot water, polite staff, a swimming pool, and Internet access. In the evening there will be a briefing with our guides, who will also make sure you are ready to begin the climb.
One Night Hotel Accommodation at Bristol Cottages in Moshi before the hike.
Day 1 :
To Shira 1 camp 3610m
Today it will be one of your beautiful and very shot hike about 1-2 hours including lunch stop to cover distance of 4km, we will be in the moorland zone and clear mountain streams with its open tussock grassland,lava flows, heather shrub lands, valley bottoms on the west side of the Shira plateaus where you will enjoying the sun and walking slowly more breaks for acclimatize until we arrive at our camp for overnight. 7
High Altitude Mountain Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 2 :
To Moir hut 4200m
Today we will hike for about 4-6 hours to cover the distance of 9km also we will cross the middle of Shira plateau a world heritage site to our picnic lunch at Fishers Point. After lunch, we will walk for 1-2 hours hiking through the moorland zone and arriving at our beautiful overnight camp located at the base of the massive lava flow.
High Altitude Mountain Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 3 :
To Baranco camp 3940m
Today we will keep walking in the alpine desert for 9km about 6-8 hours, We will start by climbing over steep hills and very few rocks, then a steady uphill climb to Lava Tower (150m high volcanic plug that just out the side of the mountain) and stop for lunch around noon. From this point, some people might start to feel mild headaches due to altitude change. From the lava tower, we will descend about 2 hours through a dust and rock trail overnight at Barranco camp.
High Altitude Mountain Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 4 :
To Karanga camp 3995m
Today is a short day for 4-6 hours to cover the distance of 6km and we will start by scrambling up the great Baranco wall for about 1-2 hours. In this wall, some sections will be steep forcing you to use your hands to reach and manoeuvre yourself around rock boulders like rock climbing, Although is not as challenging as rock climbing. At the top of the wall, you can see Baranco Valley and the campsite where you spend a night before also you will walk up and down to Karanga Valley which is the last water point to the mountain and on top of the ridge it will be our campsite where we will have hot lunch and overnight.
High Altitude Mountain Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 5 :
To Barafu camp 4673m:
Today we will have another walk of 4km for 3-5 hours on a steep uphill with a lot of boulders and shattered rock crossing the upper alpine desert. We will go through a steep ridge until we reach a rocky section more scrambling for about an hour and a half. Our next camp will be on a large rocky with steep faces and we will have dinner and sleep earlier because we have to wake up at midnight for the summit.
High Altitude Mountain Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 6 :
To Summit to Uhuru (5895m) and descend to Mweka hut
We will wake up around 11:00 pm have some tea and snacks dress up warm for the summit. We will start our summit around midnight by starting with steep rocks for about 2-3 hours and then we will start crossing the zigzag area and keep moving to the crater rim and finally Stella point 5756m around 6 am. At Stella Point, we will meet with other hikers from other routes and join them heading to Uhuru Peak and we will be able to see sunrise on our way or at the summit. Once we arrive at the summit we will stay for 10-15 minutes for pictures and view then descend via the same trail for about 3 hours to Barafu camp for resting, brunch and descend to Mweka hut.
High Altitude Mountain Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 7 :
Descend from Mweka hut to Mweka gate (1640m) and drive back to Moshi
Today after breakfast you will meet your Eastland adventures Kilimanjaro crew for group pictures and Kilimanjaro songs afterward we will start descending via rain forest for about 3-4 hours to cover the distance of 10km, Also if you are lucky we can see blue monkeys, black and white Colobus monkeys and other wildlife. At Mweka gate we will sign out in the Kilimanjaro National Park log book and our guide will collect certificates for those who manage successful summits then drive to your hotel in Moshi for a hot shower and Kilimanjaro beer.
High Altitude Mountain Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 8 :
Climbing including a night in the crater:
This is an option for people who want to sleep in the crater camp and it also offers more acclimatization and time to explore the Kilimanjaro summit, glaciers and ash pit, also it’s a bit expensive compared to other normal routes. Please contact us for more information if you are interested in this itinerary.
One Night Hotel Accommodation at Bristol Cottages in Moshi after the hike.
Departure :
Departure
Rest in the hotel and transfer to the airport.
Note: Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM. In case you need a late check-out because of an evening flight, there is the option to extend your hotel stay for an extra fee.
Breakfast
Includes/Excludes
Trip Cost Includes
Two-way private airport transfers
All park fees collected by the National Park
Hotel accommodations one night before and one night after the expedition
Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro
All meals on the hike
All group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
Oxygen cylinders and oximeters
Complete Expedition medical kits
Professional guides licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park
Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.)
Government taxes
Crew salaries
Medical evacuations with AMREF Flying doctors
Purified water while on the mountain
Portable tented private flush toilet
Trip Cost Excludes
Personal Climbing gears
Tanzania Visa on arrival
Mountaineering Insurance
Tips and Gratuities
Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
Costs
Number of People
Cost Per Person in US($) Standard Package
1 Person
$ 3,150
2 Person
$ 2,380
3 Person
$ 2,320
4 Person
$ 2,290
5 Person
$ 2,250
6 Person
$ 2,225
7 Person
$ 2,195
8 Person
$ 2,175
9 Person
$ 2,165
10 Person +
$ 2,120
When is the best time to climb Kilimanjaro?
Mount Kilimanjaro can be climbed anytime throughout the year. Most travelers prefer climbing during the dry seasons: December to March, June to October. Many consider the best months to climb Kilimanjaro to be January, February, and September.
Who are your operators in Tanzania?
We are. We are not agents for anybody, but run the treks ourselves through our own Tanzanian company. So you can rest assured that whoever you speak to in our company has climbed Kilimanjaro – and probably many times.
How long is the hike?
There are at least six routes to the top, Uhuru peak. You will hike between 53 and 73km depending on which route you choose. The shortest and toughest is the 5-day Umbwe route. Allowing extra days will help you to acclimatize better and improve your chances of reaching the summit. The easiest and most popular route is Marangu (which can be done in five), but we use six days for this route.
What kind of experience do I need?
None, but previous hiking or climbing experience will help. You need to be fit and healthy and have a good pair of worn-in hiking boots. The fitter you are the more you are likely to enjoy it.
Do you offer private and fully customizable climbs for Kilimanjaro
Your Kilimanjaro dream climb is entirely your own to design. We will work with you to customize exactly the triumphant Tanzanian mountainous quest experience you want. You go with the people you choose. You leave on whatever day you wish. You decide on your preferred route option, pace, and the number of days you will take.
How many hours will I trek each day?
On most routes, you’ll trek 4-7 hours most days. On certain routes you’ll trek as many as 10-15 hours on the longest days.
Will I see wildlife?
Prior to the climb, you’ll enjoy an acclimatization day with wildlife viewing and nature walks. Trekking through the rain forest, you’re likely to spot black-and-white Colobus monkeys, tropical birds and more.
What kind of food will I eat?
Highly-trained chefs prepare three hot nutritious meals daily, as well as trail snacks and afternoon tea each day. You’ll eat all your meals in a solar-lit dining tent with your fellow trekkers and head guide. Delicious vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other specialty meals can be provided (with advance request). We’re happy to send you a sample menu—just ask!
What are the Kilimanjaro accommodations like?
Your mountain camps are set up and broken down each day by expert camp porters. You’ll stay in double occupancy all-weather tents with full-ground pads to keep you and your gear dry. Private toilet tents, solar-lit dining tents with tables and chairs, and basins of hot water for washing are provided in every camp. Grand Traverse treks include upgraded solar-lit walk-in-height sleeping tents with mountaineering beds and mattresses for additional comfort.
Who are your operators in Tanzania?
We are. We are not agents for anybody, but run the treks ourselves through our own registered Tanzanian local company.
Do you arrange airport pick up & Drop off?
Yes, we do arrange this. Please send your request to Safari.
What travel documents do I need?
You will need a passport that is valid at least six months beyond your dates of travel with an entry or re-entry visa, duly endorsed.
Where is Kilimanjaro?
The mountain is in Tanzania, East Africa, about 350km from the equator. The nearest towns are Moshi and Arusha.
How high is Kilimanjaro?
Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest freestanding mountain in the world and the highest mountain in Africa. Its highest point is Uhuru Peak on the Kibo crater at 5895m above sea level.
Do we tip the hiking crew?
Yes, it is expected and much appreciated. The amount depends on the number of days, but can range from $150 and $350 per hiker. Tips are pooled and shared amongst the crew.
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