8 DAYS LEMOSHO ROUTE WITH CRATER

ACTUAL 8 DAYS ON THE MOUNTAIN THROUGH LEMOSHO ROUTE WITH CRATER

 INFORMATION BACKGROUND:

 

 

Lemosho Route: Pristine, very beautiful, remote, has panoramic views on various sides of the mountain, it is one of the difficult route, has highest summit success rate, and little used. Accommodation is in camps.

Day 1

Start: Lemosho Starting Point (2100m)
Finish: Big Tree Camp (2800m)
Walking Time: 2-3h

Hike through the lush forest. Gradually climbing along a footpath.

Day 2

Start: Big Tree Camp (2800m)
Finish: Shira Camp 2 (3850m)
Altitude: ↑ 1050
Walking Time: 7-8h

A long day with ups and downs. Great views of Kibo and Shira Ridge as you emerge from the forest.

Day 3

Start: Shira Camp 2 (3850m)
Finish: Barranco Camp (3960m)
Altitude: ↑700m   ↓ 600m
Walking Time: 6-7h

Another long day through interesting vegetation, especially around the Lava Tower rock formation.

Day 4

Start: Barranco Camp (3960m)
Finish: Karanga Camp (4250m)
Altitude: ↑ 300m
Walking Time: 3-4h

Conquering the Barranco Wall, breathtaking views of a glacier waits. More ups and downs.

Day 5

Start: Karanga Camp (4250m)
Finish: Barafu Camp (4640m)
Altitude: ↑ 350m
Walking Time: 3-4h

An easy footpath through a rock-strewn moon landscape.

Day 6

Start: Barafu Camp (4640m)
Finish: Crater Camp (5730m)
Walking Time: 6-7h

A particularly early start and a challenging climb up the Kibo before descending into the Crater.

Day 7

Start: Crater Camp (5730m)
Finish: Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Mweka Camp (3080m)
Walking Time: 5-6h

A slow two hour ascent to the summit. After brief celebrations, descend back towards the rainforest.

Day 8

Start: Mweka Camp (3080m)
Finish: Mweka Gate (1630m)

Walking Time: 3h

A traditional farewell ceremony will be followed by an easy few hours’ descent back through the rainforest to the gate.

End of the tour.

PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF:

• 2 Nights’ accommodation at Springlands Hotel – Bed & Breakfast Basis
• All park fees
• National Park approved guides and porters
• 18% VAT
• Accommodation on the mountain (Three-man mountain tents used for two people only on all routes except for Marangu Route as accommodation is in huts.) Stools, a mess tent and hot water for washing are provided on the mountain.
• Meals on the mountain
• Transport from Moshi at Springlands hotel to the Starting point of the mountain and return to Moshi at Springlands hotel

Prices do not include:

• Tips to driver, porters and guide
• Visas
• Insurance
• Items of personal nature
• Transfer to and from Kilimanjaro Airport ($20/person one-way)
• Climbing gear – sleeping bags, shoes etc.

Health Requirements

Please note you will need a Yellow Fever Inoculation, this must be done no later than 10 days prior to departure. If   you have had any previous history of Liver Disorders you must consult your physician first. Malaria prophylactics are a must.

Travel Insurance

Please ensure you have sufficient Medical Cover for the duration of your trip and in particular to cover you while doing the Kilimanjaro Climb.

TIPPING

Tipping is highly appreciated at the end of safari/ hiking:

Tips will vary depending on the length and complexity of the trip, the number of staff on the trip and the number of clients on the trip. Generally, groups like to meet together before the end of the trek to discuss how much they would like to tip each staff member based on their individual trek experience.

You should prepare an envelope after your trek for your tip money at the Springlands Hotel.

You can use US dollars, Euros, TZ Shillings or a combination of these. The envelope will be submitted to mountain coordinator;

The following are daily rates for each climber recommended to tip per staff member:

• Per Chief Guide: $15- 20 Per day
• Per Assistant guide:  $10- 15 Per day
• Per Cook$10 Per day
• Per Porter: $8-10 Per day

RECOMMENDED TIP:

Each climber should expect to tip between US$ 250 – US$ 350 for the entire climb.

NB: THESE ARE JUST GUIDELINES AND TIPS CAN BE GIVEN TO SAFARI STAFFS/MOUNTAIN CREW ACCORDING TO SERVICES PROVIDED.

For all Kilimanjaro routes except Marangu you will have:

1 climber: 1 guide, 3 porters, 1 cook
2 climbers: 1 guide, 6 porters, 1 extra assistance guide, 1 cook
3 climbers: 1 guide, 9 porters, 1 extra assistance guide, 1 cook
4 climbers: 2 guides, 9 porters, 1 extra assistance guide, 1 cook, 1 waiter

For Marangu you will have:

1 guide and 1 cook for each 8 climbers, 1 extra assistant guide per each
3 climbers, 2 porters per climber

• The pack that the porters carry is limited to 15 kg (35 pounds)
• Store electronics in sealed water-proof bags (double sealed if possible)
• Wrap clothing in plastic bags
• In the day pack, take along water, camera, binoculars, rain pants and jacket at a minimum. Add any other items you might need during the day because you may not see the porters until the end of your trek for that day.

Mount Kilimanjaro climbing check list

(Personal Things for Clients to remember)

Documents

• Passport
• Yellow fever certificate
• Entrance visa
• Medical insurance

Clothing                                                                                  

• Jersey
• Waterproof jacket
• Water proof pants
• Shorts
• T-shirts
• Jeans
• Warm jacket
• Thermal underwear
• Balaclava
• Gloves
• Sunglasses
• Woollen socks
• Hiking boots
• Light shoes
• Cap/hat
• Towel
• Underwear
• Socks                                    

Equipment      

• Sleeping bag
• Day pack
• Water bottle
• Toilet paper
• Torch and batteries
• Pocket knife

Food                                                   

• Energy drinks
• Chocolate
• Sweets
• Fruit
• Nuts
• Energy snacks

Photographic

• Camera
• Spare batteries
• Film
• Different lenses
• Video camera
• Binoculars
• Video tapes

First aid/medical

• Asprin
• Assorted plasters
• Sun protection cream
• Anti malaria tablets
• Insect repellent
• Lip salve
• Water purification tablets
• Antiseptic cream
• Bandages
• Adhesive tape
• Throat lozenges

Personal items

• Toothbruch & paste
• Matches
• Candles
• Soap
• Address book
• Travellers cheques
• Travel insurance
• Miscellaneous
• Walking stick
• Notebook
• Pens
• Plastic bags
• Pencils
• Cash dollars (smaller bills)

Footwear

• Be sure to break in your shoes before the hike.
• Take trekking shoes for hiking during the day, preferably warm (leather), waterproof, and with ankle-support
• Take tennis shoes or sandals for lounging in the evening
• Gaitors
• Hiking socks
• Wool socks

RENTAL EQUIPMENT

• Rucksack/Daypack: $ 12
• Balaclava:$ 7
• Mont bell Sleeping Bag –25-35C.Temp$ 40
• Ponchour – Heavy/Western/Europe $ 18
• Ponchour – Light/Local: $12
• Socks: $ 4
• Duffel Bag: $ 6
• Hiking Poles (2) $ 12
• Gaiters: $ 8
• Torch/Flashlight (We have Few) $ 8
• Gloves: $ 6
• Sweater $ 5
• Sunglasses (We have Few in Store): $ 8
• Long Underwear (We have Few) $ 5
• Raincoat: $ 6
• Raincoat – G.T, Waterproof $ 12
• Rain Pants: $ 12
• Hiking Boots: $   9
• Water Bottle: $   5
• Fleece Pants: $ 6
• Warm Jacket G.T: $ 12
• Warm Jacket/Down Jacket $ 8
• Hat or Neck Scarf: $ 6

We provide Tents and Foam Sleeping pads at no charge.

• Sunglasses are available for purchase in the gift shop for $ 12 – $15.
• Each Oxygen Cylinder – available for $ 12/ Day / @ group of 4 pax.
• Hyperbaric Pressure Bag (Gamow Bag): $130/group.
• Private (portable/tented) toilet: $ 120 /@ group of 4 pax.

YOU ARE MOST WELCOME AGAIN TO EXPLORE WITH PAMZI SAFARIS !!!

CAMPING ROUTES 6 DAYS CLIMBING + 2 NIGHTS BB AT SPRINGLANDS HOTEL							COSTS
1 -5 PEOPLE – PRICE PER SINGLE CLIMBER							$1,763
6 + PEOPLE – PRICE PER PERSON							$1,731
11 – PEOPLE and ABOVE – PRICE PER PERSON							$1,022
EXTRA ACCLIMATIZATION DAY ….							$240