8 Days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route via Western Breach Itinerary
|9 Days, 3 Destinations |Starts from Kilimanjaro International Airport
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Duration

9 days

Max Group Size

500

Departure Type

Guaranteed

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

moderate

Operated In

Age Requirement

15 - 90 Ages

Tour Overview

The Lemosho Route via the Western Breach is one of the most adventurous and scenic routes to summit Mount Kilimanjaro. Are you up for an exhilarating challenge that will push your limits and test your endurance? If so, our Western Breach route up Kilimanjaro's quieter western side may be just the climb for you. While it's not an easy trek and requires ample time for acclimatization, the rewards are truly remarkable. This less-traveled path offers a solitude not found on other routes, along with more challenging scrambles, serene campsites, and breathtaking vistas of endless blue skies and vibrant African sunsets. However, it's important to note that this route is best suited for experienced climbers. Acclimatization is crucial, especially as descending the Breach can be more challenging than ascending it. To help you acclimatize effectively, we've included a rest day mid route to increase your chances of success. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to soak in the beauty of the lush rainforest with its lively birdlife and colorful plant species. Join us on this unforgettable adventure and conquer Kilimanjaro in a truly unique and rewarding way! Embark on an unforgettable journey through lush montane forests, sprawling heathlands, and breathtaking alpine meadows as you make your way towards the glaciers shimmering in the distance. Feel the exhilaration of crossing mountain streams and conquering challenging ridges and escarpments along the way. Our expert guides will be there to assist you every step of the way, ensuring a safe and rewarding climb to the summit of Uhuru, the highest point in Africa. Trust in our professional team to provide you with nourishing meals and drinks to keep you energized throughout your ascent. Join us for an exhilarating adventure of a lifetime! The itinerary includes one night in Moshi before the climb and one night in Arusha after the climb, along with midrange accommodations. 

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Route

Starts from

Kilimanjaro International Airport

Ends in

Lemosho Rte, Tanzania

Pickup Location

Kilimanjaro International Airport

Dropoff Location

Kilimanjaro International Airport

Tour route map

Highlights

An Epic and Challenging Ascent to Africa’s Highest Peak through One of the Most Scenic and Adventurous Routes Most Scenic Trail – Offers stunning panoramic views from the western side of the mountain. ✔️ Less Crowded – Ideal for climbers seeking a more remote and immersive experience. ✔️ Western Breach Summit Approach – A dramatic and adventurous ascent through lava flows and high alpine terrain. ✔️ High Success Rate – 8 days of gradual acclimatization for better summit chances. ✔️ Adventure for True Explorers – A bold and unforgettable challenge for seasoned trekkers. Starts on the lush Lemosho Glades, ascending through rainforest and heath. Crosses the Shira Plateau, one of Kilimanjaro’s most beautiful landscapes. Traverses the Lava Tower for high-altitude acclimatization. Enters the Western Breach, the most adventurous and technical section. Overnight at Crater Camp, the highest camp on Kilimanjaro, right next to the glaciers. Summit at Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at dawn, descending via the Mweka Route.

Itinerary

  • Morning/Afternoon: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you'll be picked up and transferred to a hotel in Moshi. After checking in, you will meet your guide for a pre-trek briefing and equipment check.
  • Evening: Relax at the hotel, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
  • Accommodation: Parkview Inn, Moshi (midrange).
  • Morning: After breakfast, drive to Londorossi Gate for registration and the start of the trek. Begin your climb through lush rainforest, where you might encounter wildlife such as monkeys.
  • Afternoon: Arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp after hiking through a densely wooded area.
  • Hiking Distance: 7 km (3-4 hours).
  • Elevation Gain: 720 meters.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp in tents.
  • Morning: Continue hiking through the forest until the terrain changes to moorland. You'll get panoramic views of the Shira Plateau and the western slopes of Kilimanjaro.
  • Afternoon: Arrive at Shira 1 Camp and have lunch. Spend the afternoon acclimatizing and enjoying the scenery.
  • Hiking Distance: 8 km (5-6 hours).
  • Elevation Gain: 680 meters.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at Shira 1 Camp in tents.
  • Morning: Hike across the vast Shira Plateau, a high-altitude desert with scenic views of the summit.
  • Afternoon: Arrive at Shira 2 Camp for lunch. The rest of the day is spent acclimatizing and relaxing.
  • Hiking Distance: 7 km (3-4 hours).
  • Elevation Gain: 350 meters.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at Shira 2 Camp in tents.
  • Morning: Begin your trek from Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower (a key acclimatization point). The terrain becomes rocky and barren as you climb higher.
  • Afternoon: Continue to Arrow Glacier Camp, which is situated near the base of the Western Breach.
  • Hiking Distance: 10 km (6-7 hours).
  • Elevation Gain: 1,000 meters.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at Arrow Glacier Camp in tents.
  • Morning: The most challenging part of the trek, the Western Breach ascent, begins early. The climb is steep and technical, requiring some scrambling.
  • Afternoon: Arrive at Crater Camp, the highest camp on Kilimanjaro, located in the crater just below the summit.
  • Hiking Distance: 5 km (6-7 hours).
  • Elevation Gain: 940 meters.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at Crater Camp in tents.
  • Morning: Begin the final push to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After celebrating at the summit, start the descent toward Mweka Camp.
  • Afternoon: Continue descending to Mweka Camp for some well-deserved rest.
  • Hiking Distance: 13 km (10-12 hours).
  • Elevation Gain: 105 meters (summit); Descent: 2,830 meters.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at Mweka Camp in tents.
  • Morning: After breakfast, descend through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will collect your summit certificates.
  • Afternoon: Transfer to Arusha for your final night in Tanzania.
  • Hiking Distance: 10 km (3-4 hours).
  • Descent: 1,425 meters.
  • Evening: Relax and enjoy a celebratory dinner at the hotel in Arusha.

Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel, Arusha (Midrange).

    • Morning: After breakfast, check out and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.

    About the Western Breach

    The Western Breach is a steep and rocky approach to the summit of Kilimanjaro. This route is more technical than others and requires scrambling over large boulders. It’s a demanding part of the climb, suitable for more experienced hikers. The Western Breach offers the benefit of solitude, fewer climbers, and a direct path to the summit through the Crater, providing stunning views. However, it also poses greater risks, including falling rocks, making it vital to climb with experienced guides.



    Estimated Budget for 8-Day Lemosho Route via Western Breach (Midrange)

    • Price per person (midrange services): $2,680 - $2,999, depending on the season and group size.

    ·         What to expect: This is a relatively easy day after the strenuous summit push. You’ll be greeted with lush greenery as you descend and celebrate your success upon reaching Mweka Gate.


    Additional Considerations

    • Acclimatization: The Lemosho Route is known for its excellent acclimatization profile, with gradual ascents and descents. Remember the phrase, "climb high, and sleep low" to help your body adjust to the altitude.
    • Porter and Guide Support: Kilimanjaro Wings Expedition provides well-trained guides and porters who assist with carrying gear, setting up camps, and offering medical support. The guide-to-client ratio is typically 1:2, ensuring personalized attention.
    • Preparation: It is vital to train before the climb, focusing on cardiovascular endurance, strength, and altitude acclimatization. Trust Tours and Safaris can offer advice on the best training regimen.
    • What to Pack: Essentials include layered clothing for varying temperatures, a sleeping bag rated for cold weather, hiking boots, a headlamp for the summit night, and plenty of high-energy snacks.
    • Summit Night: The climb to Uhuru Peak requires mental resilience and physical stamina. Ensure you have proper gear for extreme cold, and keep hydrated throughout the trek.

    Why we’re different

    1. Focus: Unlike most of our competitors, we focus exclusively on providing affordable tour packages and group tours to foreign, largely exotic destinations. In the travel business, it is particularly easy to get distracted by new trends and themes, but we have chosen to focus on what we do best. We are extremely deliberate in introducing new tours because we have set a standard that our loyal customers have come to rely on, and we are committed to meeting and exceeding your expectations. 

    2. Phenomenal Tour Guides: 

    If you ask anyone who has been on an escorted tour, they will tell you that the tour guides are an essential ingredient to making the trip a success. The importance of tour guides is not lost on us at Trust Tours And Safaris Company Limited, which is why we are relentless in our pursuit and retention of the very best tour guides. We are proud to say with confidence that our tour guides are phenomenal, and many of them have become celebrity-like figures within the Trust Tours And Safaris Company community.


    What is included in the Kilimanjaro Package?

    Transfers:

    • Pick-up and drop-off at Arusha/Kilimanjaro International Airport;

    Transfer to the trailhead -the entry gate to Kilimanjaro National Park.

    Transfers to/from Kilimanjaro airport and trailheads

    • Pick-up at the exit from Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer to the hotel;


    Entry fees:

    • All park fees collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park (conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fees, rescue fees, and all other fees collected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority).


    Accommodation:

    • Two nights' accommodation (Moshi and Arusha).

    • The hotels have everything for your comfortable stay - caring staff, nice rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, a restaurant and swimming pool, and a hot shower.

    • Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro.


    Please note:

    • All accommodation is on a sharing basis (i.e., you will be sharing with your travel companion a twin/double room in the hotel and a tent during the hike).

    • If you travel alone, we will match you with a same-sex adventurer.


    Meals:

    • Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike;

    • All meals on the hike. Our Kilimanjaro diet includes energy-rich and highly nutritious meals prepared by our professional high-altitude cooks. A typical diet on Kilimanjaro includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options are available at no extra cost.

    • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)

    • Meals not listed above on those arrival and departure days

    • Optional Tours (short safari after your climb, etc.)

    • Tips for per climber 250-350 per trip.

    • Any items of a personal nature. 

    • All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and water).


    Hiking and safety equipment

    • 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats;

    • All group equipment (spacious and comfortable dining tent, camping table and chairs, crockery and cutlery);

    • The Helicopter rescue is free (book with us so we can give you the helicopter)

    • Emergency oxygen cylinders and medical kits.

    • GPS-tracking service;

    • Complete medical kits.


    Climbing crew:

    • Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides are the holder of Wilderness First Responder or

    Wilderness First Aid certifications. All our guides have years of successful mountaineering experience.

    • Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.)


    Kilimanjaro Price Excludes:

    • Local airfares, international airfares.

    • International Travel Insurance

    • Rent a sleeping bag for $35 per 8 days per person.

    • Rent walking poles, free from the house.

    • Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival.

    • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

    Currently, the cost of portable toilets is not included in the tour package to reduce trip expenses. Public restrooms are available in camps along the way. However, for those who prioritize comfort, renting a portable toilet is highly recommended at $350 for the group of up to 5 people for the entire trip.


    How Many Porters Are Required to Conquer Kilimanjaro?

     Embarking on a daring expedition up the majestic Kilimanjaro warrants meticulous planning, dear adventurer. Rest assured, for we have accounted for every aspect of your conquest. Picture this: your personal porter, unwavering and valiant, shall bear the weight of your gear, from trekking essentials to culinary apparatus. And should your journey necessitate the comforts of a private lavatory, fret not, for your porter will dutifully transport it as well.

    Adventure awaits! 



                       NO. OF CLIMBER                                NO OF PORTERS

                         1 Climber                                               3 To 5 Porters

                         2 Climbers                                              5 To 6 Porters

                         3 Climbers                                             8 To 9 Porters

                        4 Climbers                                              11 To 12 Porters

                        5 Climbers                                             12 To 15 Porters

                        6 Climbers                                             17 To 18 Porters


    But, dare I say, we go above and beyond mere adequacy! Any bespoke needs you may harbor shall be met with an additional porter by your side, ready to offer unwavering support. No request is too great!  Of course, dear explorer, we are well aware of the limitations our tireless porters face. A weight threshold exists, as a sanction upon the burdens they may shoulder. Fear not, however, for the finest of companies, such as ours, uphold a remarkable porters-to-clients ratio. This ensures that our gallant companions can tackle their duties with unparalleled efficiency, permitting them to provide you with the best possible experience. Rest easy, knowing that your needs shall be zealously met. Now, without further ado, let us dive into the captivating specifics. 


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    Involved Bank:           Exim Bank (T) Limited

    Postal address:            Box 1431

                                       9, Samora Avenue, Dar es Salaam Tanzania

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