Overview
The 9-day Lemosho Northern and Southern Circuit with Crater Camp is an epic adventure that takes you on a journey through some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in Tanzania
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Arusha
You will be picked up from the airport and transferred to your hotel in Arusha, where you will meet your guide and have a briefing on your upcoming trek.
Day 2: Start of the trek
After breakfast, you will be driven to the Lemosho Gate and begin your trek through the lush rainforest. You will camp overnight at Big Tree Camp.
Day 3: Shira 1 Camp
You will continue your trek through the rainforest and into the heath zone, with stunning views of the Shira Plateau. You will camp overnight at Shira 1 Camp.
Day 4: Shira 2 Camp
You will trek across the Shira Plateau, with views of the Western Breach and the Southern Icefields. You will camp overnight at Shira 2 Camp.
Day 5: Lava Tower Camp
You will ascend to Lava Tower, a rocky outcrop at 15,000 feet, before descending to Barranco Camp for an overnight stay
Day 6: Karanga Camp
You will trek through the Barranco Wall and into the Karanga Valley, with stunning views of the Kibo Massif. You will camp overnight at Karanga Camp.
Day 7: Barafu Camp
You will trek up to Barafu Camp, located at 15,200 feet, where you will spend the night before your ascent to the summit.
Day 8: Crater Camp
You will begin your summit attempt in the early morning, trekking through the night to reach the summit at sunrise. After taking in the stunning views from the top, you will descend to Crater Camp for an overnight stay.
Day 9: Mweka Gate and departure
You will descend from the mountain, passing through the rainforest and arriving at the Mweka Gate. You will then be transferred back to Arusha, where you can rest and relax before departing the next day.