Mount Meru & Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Trek

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Highlights

• Summit Mount Meru (4,566m), Africa's fifth-highest peak
• Trek the scenic 7-day Lemosho route on Kilimanjaro
• Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the Roof of Africa
• Wildlife viewing in Arusha National Park en route to Meru
• Cross five distinct ecological zones on Kilimanjaro
• Excellent acclimatization for higher summit success rates
• Camp beneath the dramatic Barranco Wall
• Experience Tanzanian culture and warm chagga hospitality

Itinerary

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   Day 1: Arrival in Kilimanjaro & Transfer to Arusha

   Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy a welcome briefing about the upcoming trek and check your equipment. Rest and recover from your flight in preparation for the adventure ahead.
   1 NightDinnerArusha Hotel
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   Day 2: Arusha to Miriakamba Hut (Mount Meru)

   After breakfast, drive to Arusha National Park (approx 1.5 hours) and begin the Mount Meru trek at Momella Gate. Accompanied by an armed ranger, hike through savannah plains often spotting giraffes, buffalos, warthogs, and zebras. Continue through lush montane forest to reach Miriakamba Hut for the night.
   4-6 hours10 Km1000mBreakfastLunchDinnerMiriakamba Hut
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   Day 3: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut

   Today's shorter but steeper hike passes through beautiful moorland with panoramic views. Pass the famous Mgongo wa Tembo (Elephant Ridge) and enjoy views into Meru Crater. Reach Saddle Hut by early afternoon and take an optional acclimatization hike to Little Meru (3,801m) for sunset views.
   3-5 hours5 Km1050mBreakfastLunchDinnerSaddle Hut
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   Day 4: Summit Mount Meru & Descent to Miriakamba

   Begin the summit push around midnight, ascending Rhino Point and traversing the dramatic knife-edge ridge along the crater rim. Reach Socialist Peak (4,566m) at sunrise for breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro. Descend to Saddle Hut for breakfast, then continue down to Miriakamba Hut for a well-earned rest.
   10-12 hours15 Km1000m2050mBreakfastLunchDinnerMiriakamba Hut
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   Day 5: Descent to Momella Gate & Return to Arusha

   Take a scenic route down through the forest back to Momella Gate, again escorted by a ranger for wildlife safety. Receive your Mount Meru summit certificate and drive back to Arusha. Enjoy hot showers, laundry, and a relaxing evening as you prepare for Kilimanjaro.
   3-4 hours trek10 Km1500mBreakfastLunchDinnerArusha Hotel
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   Day 6: Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

   After a briefing and gear check, drive to Londorossi Gate (approx 4 hours) for registration, then continue to Lemosho Gate to begin your Kilimanjaro trek. Hike through pristine rainforest teeming with birdlife and monkeys to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Camp. Enjoy your first camp meal prepared by your mountain crew.
   3-4 hours6 Km550mBreakfastLunchDinnerMti Mkubwa Camp
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   Day 7: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp

   Leave the forest behind and ascend steeply onto the Shira Plateau, one of the highest plateaus on earth. Traverse heather and moorland with impressive views of Kibo peak ahead. Camp at Shira 1 with stunning sunset views over the plateau.
   5-6 hours8 Km850mBreakfastLunchDinnerShira 1 Camp
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   Day 8: Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp

   A gentler day crossing the Shira Plateau, allowing your body to acclimatize while enjoying wide-open landscapes. Pass unique high-altitude vegetation including giant lobelias and senecios. Arrive at Shira 2 Camp with dramatic views of Kibo's western breach.
   4-5 hours9 Km350mBreakfastLunchDinnerShira 2 Camp
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   Day 9: Shira 2 to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

   A crucial acclimatization day following the 'climb high, sleep low' principle. Ascend to the base of the 300-foot volcanic Lava Tower (4,630m) for lunch, then descend into the beautiful Barranco Valley. Camp beneath the towering Barranco Wall surrounded by giant senecio trees.
   6-7 hours10 Km750m680mBreakfastLunchDinnerBarranco Camp
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    Day 10: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

    Begin with an exciting scramble up the Barranco Wall, a fun non-technical climb offering spectacular views. Continue through undulating terrain crossing ridges and valleys to reach Karanga Camp. Short day designed for further acclimatization before the summit push.
    4-5 hours5 Km350m230mBreakfastLunchDinnerKaranga Camp
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    Day 11: Karanga to Barafu Base Camp

    Trek through the alpine desert zone to Barafu Camp (4,673m), your base for the summit assault. Arrive by early afternoon for lunch, gear preparation, and an early dinner. Attempt to sleep by 7pm before the midnight summit push.
    4-5 hours4 Km700mBreakfastLunchDinnerBarafu Camp
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    Day 12: Summit Day: Uhuru Peak & Descent to Mweka Camp

    Rise at 11pm for the toughest and most rewarding day. Ascend by headlamp through switchbacks to Stella Point (5,756m) at sunrise, then continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrations and photos, descend all the way to Mweka Camp in the forest zone for a well-earned rest.
    12-14 hours17 Km1222m2822mBreakfastLunchDinnerMweka Camp
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    Day 13: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate & Departure

    A final descent through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate where you receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificate. Transfer back to Arusha for a celebration lunch, hot showers, and time to freshen up. Later, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight, or begin an optional safari extension.
    3-4 hours10 Km1370mBreakfastLunch

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