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Congratulations are in order! Bucket list completed, you can relax and revel in your accomplishment. You are now one of the select few who have stood on Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Londerossi gate on the western slope, you check into the national park & hike along a little used track through the montane forest, avoiding the crowds to camp in the rain forest at the "Big Tree".
We hike east across the Shira Plateau past the Shira Cathedral tucked away at the end of a massive gorge, at the foot of a giant lava flow. Amazing hot lunch at Fisher Camp. Your only 2 hours away now
Anyone in relatively good health can make it to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro as long as they have a positive mental attitude and build up their stamina and strength before their trip.
Tusker provides the highest crew pay starting when they prep as well as climb. We also provide pensions & medical benefits for our crew & families. Our Crew is our Family, We Take Pride in Their Care.

Kilimanjaro Climb & Safari - Lemosho Route - 13 Day

By Tusker Trail Kilimanjaro Adventures
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$12,999 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 13d
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  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

The Original Kilimanjaro Climb Company, Since 1977 – For 44 years Tusker Trail set the Kilimanjaro climbing standards others strive to emulate. Born to adventure, Tusker was founded by Eddie Frank 44 years ago. He has led thousands of travellers on awe-inspiring adventures around the world since 1977.
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During his 54 Kilimanjaro climbs, he has crafted every facet of our top shelf operation - expert High Altitude First Responder guides - Custom Walk-In Tents – Culinary institute of America trained mountain chefs, Farm-to-Table cuisine to fuel your passion on your journey of a lifetime.
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Tusker’s 5-Star Rating & 99% summit success rate attests to the care that Tusker provides our climbers.
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As socially responsible citizens we provide the highest pay for our crew, pensions & medical benefits for them & their families. We also partner with the local Lions club supporting community development including a school for deaf children
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Look up “Tusker Trail” for climbing tips & discounts.

Activity location

  • Dar es Salaam
    • Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Dar es Salaam
    • Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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Kilimanjaro Climb & Safari - Lemosho Route ~ 13 Day
  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
AU$12,999.27 x 1 AdultAU$12,999.27
Total
Price is AU$12,999.27
Until Sat, 15 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's excludedWhat's excludedClimbing Gear and Clothing Rental - Call for Details +1-775-833-9700
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Day 1 - Welcome to Moshi, It's time to get your bearings | 3,000-ft/914-m
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Check into our delightful family owned hotel to relax & prepare. The warm atmosphere makes you feel right at home.
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 1d
  • Admission ticket included
As you board the plane to Kilimanjaro, your heart races with anticipation, knowing that this journey will be unlike any other. Upon arrival, your driver whisks you away to the enchanting Bristol Cottages Hotel in Moshi, your home base for the next two nights. Here, you can relax, unwind, and prepare yourself for the ultimate challenge that lies ahead. As you settle into your room, the thought of the climb ahead fills you with eagerness and enthusiasm. After a delicious meal, a refreshing shower, and a comfortable bed, you’re more than ready to take on whatever adventure awaits!
Day 2: Day 2 - Moshi - Meet your guides and start orientation | 3,000-ft/914-m
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: All Weather 4 Season Walk-in Tents, Air/Foam Mattresses created for Comfort & Restful Sleep, Bathroom tent, Comfy Chairs
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 1d
  • Admission ticket included
Meeting your Tusker Mountain Guides for the climb orientation and final equipment check is an exhilarating experience, full of excitement and anticipation. This is the perfect opportunity to get to know your team leaders, your fellow climbers and share your thoughts about the climb. After the gear check, one of your guides takes you and the group for lunch in Moshi, a lively and bustling Tanzanian town of the north. Here, you can explore the colourful Moshi market at the base of Kilimanjaro, immersing yourself in the vibrant culture and getting a true taste of the adventure that awaits!
Day 3: Day 3 - Mti Mkubwa | 9,170-ft/2,795-m • 2.5 miles/4 km • 3 hours
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: All Weather 4 Season Walk-in Tents, Air/Foam Mattresses created for Comfort & Restful Sleep, Bathroom tent, Comfy Chairs
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Our journey begins with excitement at Londerossi on the western slopes, We enter the verdant Lemosho Glades in the montane forest, where vegetation riots and trees are king. As we trek through the dense we’re greeted by the majestic Hartlaub’s Turaco with its stunning purple plumage, and the barking of Colobus monkeys shouting from the upper branches. Our knowledgeable guides are experts on the local flora and fauna, and with Eddie and Amy Frank’s Field Guide to the Flora of Kilimanjaro we identify the many plant species. After four awe-inspiring hours, we arrive at Tusker camp, nestled deep in the rain-forest amidst the towering trees of Mti Mkubwa
Day 4: Day 4 ~ Shira Plateau | 11,500-ft/3,505-m • 5.2 miles/8.4 km • 7-8 hours
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: All Weather 4 Season Walk-in Tents, Air/Foam Mattresses created for Comfort & Restful Sleep, Bathroom tent, Comfy Chairs
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
After breakfast, we hit the trail, leaving the verdant rain-forest behind. Our path leads us upward, towards the Shira Plateau, a caldera formed by the collapse of one of Kilimanjaro’s original trio of peaks: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. We break for lunch, then set out again, climbing along the steep ridge towards the caldera’s edge at 11,560-ft/3,534-m. As we trek through fields of heath and moorland, the landscape gradually opens up, offering breathtaking views of the caldera and our first view of Kibo Peak.
Day 5: Day 5 ~ Moir Camp | 13,650-ft/4,160-m • 6.3 miles/10 km • 7-8 hours
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: All Weather 4 Season Walk-in Tents, Air/Foam Mattresses created for Comfort & Restful Sleep, Bathroom tent, Comfy Chairs
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
With our bellies full from breakfast, we strike out towards the northeast, venturing across the rugged expanse of the Shira Plateau. Our destination? Moir Camp – a hidden gem nestled at the end of a colossal gorge, flanked by the imposing presence of a giant lava flow that we’ll have the privilege of walking beneath. Before reaching our final stop, we take a well-deserved break for a hot lunch at Fisher Camp, halfway to Moir Camp.
Day 6: Day 6 ~ Barranco | 12,950-ft/3,950-m • 6.2 miles/9.9 km • 6-7 hours
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: All Weather 4 Season Walk-in Tents, Air/Foam Mattresses created for Comfort & Restful Sleep, Bathroom tent, Comfy Chairs
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 7h
  • Admission ticket included
With the dawn breaking, we set out on an uphill trek into the Alpine zone, towards the foreboding Lava Tower standing tall at 15,200-ft/4,633-m. As we reach the foot of the 320-ft/98-m tower, we take a well-deserved break for lunch, allowing our bodies to adjust to the altitude. Then the steep 2,000-ft/610-m steep descent down into the Barranco Canyon takes us through a unique habitat, where Giant Senecios tower over us, and solitary Lobelias mark the trail. Our camp lies at the foot of the imposing Barranco Wall, with climbers from all corners of the globe buzzing with excitement for the next morning’s climb up this monumental structure.
Day 7: Day 7 ~ Karanga | 13,200-ft/4,023-m • 3.6 miles/5.8 km • 4-5 hours
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: All Weather 4 Season Walk-in Tents, Air/Foam Mattresses created for Comfort & Restful Sleep, Bathroom tent, Comfy Chairs
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
With the sun rising, we’re faced with our first major test: the imposing Barranco Wall. Our endurance and agility are tested as we climb this formidable obstacle. Throughout the day, we’re mesmerised by the majestic presence of Kibo Peak, towering over us like an indomitable guardian. Descending sharply into the Karanga Valley, we take a moment to catch our breath before launching into the final ascent to Karanga Camp, nestled at the foot of Kibo. As we settle in for the night, we savour the rush of adrenaline and the sense of accomplishment after overcoming yet another thrilling leg of this epic journey.
Day 8: Day 8 ~ Barafu | 14,950-ft/4,556-m • 2.1 miles/3.4 km • 3-4 hours
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: All Weather 4 Season Walk-in Tents, Air/Foam Mattresses created for Comfort & Restful Sleep, Bathroom tent, Comfy Chairs
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
We push forward slowly towards Barafu High camp over the rocky terrain. The thin air takes forces us to take more breaks, but our spirits remain unbroken, knowing that the rewards that await us are well worth it. Barafu camp, aptly named “ice” in Swahili, is true to its frigid reputation. Nevertheless, an electric energy permeates the camp, fuelled by the thrill of the climb and the imminent challenge of reaching the summit tomorrow. As the clouds dance around us, the awe-inspiring Mawenzi peak looms at our backs, bathed in the warm hues of the African sun.
Day 9: Day 9 ~ Barafu to Summit to Millennium | Summit: 19,340-ft/5,895-m • 2.75 miles/4.5 km • 7-9 hours
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: All Weather 4 Season Walk-in Tents, Air/Foam Mattresses created for Comfort & Restful Sleep, Bathroom tent, Comfy Chairs
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 7h
  • Admission ticket included
With the adrenaline pumping through your veins, you start climbing Kilimanjaro before the sun rises. The steep and demanding ascent is no match for your determination as you reach the Crater rim by mid-day. The sight of Mawenzi Peak over your shoulder and the towering ice-walls of the crater ahead fuel your excitement. The ultimate prize is Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, just an hour away. At the summit, you bask in the breathtaking views during this unforgettable moment. If you like, you can choose to descend into the Crater and camp for the night, just below the summit, or continue down to Barafu Camp.
Day 10: Day 10 ~ Millennium Camp: 12,590-ft/3,837-m • 6.3 miles/10.1 km • 5-6 hours
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Back to your delightful family owned hotel to relax & rejuvenate. The warm atmosphere makes you feel right at home.
Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
The descent through the scree is exciting. We make our way down the steep mountain, feeling the rush of adrenaline with each step. After two hours of downhill navigation, we reach Barafu, where we refuel with a much-needed lunch break. But we’re not done yet. We continue on, finally arriving at the magnificent Millennium Camp. As we settle in for the night, you can’t help but feel a sense of adventure and awe. It’s our last night on Mount Kilimanjaro, and we relish in the moment, enjoying a deep and restful sleep before tomorrow’s final descent to the national park gate.
Day 11: Day 11 ~ Moshi: Mweka Gate: 5,500-ft/1,676-m • 7.5 miles/12 km • 6 hours ~ Drive Moshi • 30 mins
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included
Mount Kilimanjaro
With a sense of accomplishment, you embark on the final leg of your climb. The downhill hike from Millennium Camp to the National Park Gate marks the end of your incredible journey. As you sign out, you revel in the memories of the challenging climb, the stunning views, and the camaraderie with your climbing team. A short ride back to the Bristol Cottages Hotel in Moshi awaits, where a well-deserved hot shower and a cold drink will refresh you. In the evening, you gather for a celebratory group dinner, reflecting on your extraordinary feat with pride and satisfaction.
Day 12: DAY 12: Safari Day-1 - Tarangire National Parks
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Kirurumu Manyara Lodge, High on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, enjoying a marvellous, panoramic view of Lake Manyara.
Lake Manyara National Park
  • 1d
Embark on an exhilarating safari adventure through Tanzania’s premier National Parks, where an extraordinary encounter with Africa’s wild animals awaits your discovery! Stay at one of Tanzania’s iconic traditional wildlife lodges, perched on the edge of the Rift Valley escarpment, with spectacular views of the vast African plains.
Day 13: DAY 13: Safari Day-2 - Lake Manyara National Parks & Depart Tanzania
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Lake Manyara National Park
  • 6h
Embark on an exhilarating safari adventure through Tanzania’s premier National Parks, where an extraordinary encounter with Africa’s wild animals awaits your discovery! Stay at one of Tanzania’s iconic traditional wildlife lodges, perched on the edge of the Rift Valley escarpment, with spectacular views of the vast African plains. If you've opted to go on Safari, you will be picked up and transported to a different gate where you are you’re just a short flight from Africa’s astounding wildlife reserves – the Serengeti Plains, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire and Lake Manyara. Where you can ride your wave of euphoria and go exploring in the incredible wilderness of the African savannah. Or you can also hop on a short flight to the fascinating world of Zanzibar. Discover the ancient culture, relax on the world’s most beautiful palm-fringed beaches and snorkel the awe-inspiring coral reefs. Talk to one of our trip planners to learn more.
Dar es Salaam
Today your driver will arrive in plenty of time for you to catch your flight home. You will be picked up at the lodge and transported to the airport gate in plenty of time to check-in and catch your flight. If you've opted to go on Safari, you will be picked up and transported to a different gate where you are you’re just a short flight from Africa’s astounding wildlife reserves – the Serengeti Plains, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire and Lake Manyara. Where you can ride your wave of euphoria and go exploring in the incredible wilderness of the African savannah. Or you can also hop on a short flight to the fascinating world of Zanzibar. Discover the ancient culture, relax on the world’s most beautiful palm-fringed beaches and snorkel the awe-inspiring coral reefs. Talk to one of our trip planners to learn more.

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    • Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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