Exploring the Mount Kilimanjaro Londorossi Route – A Unique Adventure
Mount Kilimanjaro is an unspoilt, remote, less-used, and beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau. Trekkers sometimes use it to ascend the Western Breach route.
Alternatively, they may follow it with the Kibo South Circuit to ascend by the easier Barafu Route.
The first day of the route hardly ever has any game animals, and armed rangers never accompany a group.
The journey is not just about reaching the summit. It’s about experiencing the diverse ecosystems along the way.
Additionally, you can enjoy the peace of a less traveled path.
The Mount Kilimanjaro Londorossi Route is perfect for those looking to explore the mountain’s unique landscapes.
The Mount Kilimanjaro Londorossi Route offers an incredible experience for trekkers seeking breathtaking views and a less crowded trail.
The standard route takes 7 days on the mountain. It is sometimes extended to 8 days with a stay at Karanga Valley.
For those who choose the Mount Kilimanjaro Londorossi Route, the journey is not just about reaching the summit.
It’s about experiencing the diverse ecosystems along the way and enjoying the peace of a less traveled path.
The Mount Kilimanjaro Londorossi Route offers an incredible experience for trekkers seeking breathtaking views and a less crowded trail.
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) - Transfer to Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) you will be met by your driver/guide and transferred to Arusha for overnight. The rest of the day is free, enjoy the accommodations tranquil natural setting as you settle in for your first night in Tanzania. Take a stroll, enjoy the sights and sounds. Get plenty of rest tomorrow will be huge!
Dinner and overnight at Maura Apartment.
Day 2 :
Drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate
Drive from Moshi (915 m) to Londorossi Gate (2,250 m) through Moram via Shira trails to Shira 2 campsite (3878 m). From moram follow a forest track in a 4WD vehicle for 11 km/7 in (45 minutes) to Shira trails and a possible campsite. From Shira trails, walk for 3 hours along beautiful forest trails to Shira 2 campsite.
Moshi (915 m)
Londorossi Gate (2,250 m)
Shira 2 campsite (3878 m).
Dinner and overnight at Shira 2 camp site.
Day 3 :
Shira 2 campsite to Moir hut
From Shira 2 campsite to Moir hut proceed with the trail gradually steepens, enters the giant heather moorland zone, then crosses the Shira Ridge up to the Moir campsite the Lover tower (4,200m)
Shira 2 campsite (3,878m)
LOVER TOWER (4,200 m)
Dinner and overnight at Lover Tower Campsite.
Day 4 :
Moir hut to Pofu Camp
Begin the morning trek heading out of the moorland and into the stark alpine desert, on a steep ridge off the main trail, and begin our venture on the Northern Circuit Route. The total trekking time is about 5 – 7 hours. From the Pofu Campsite, you will enjoy a magnificent view of Kenya's wild lands to the north.
MOIR hurt ~ POFU CAMP (4,025m)
Dinner and overnight at Pofu Campsite.
Day 5 :
Pofu Camp to Third Caves
Proceed onward through valleys and over ridges through the alpine desert and moorland, continuing our circuit to the east, enjoying a vast mountain wilderness to ourselves. Trekking time today is 5 - 7 hours.
POFU CAMP ~ THIRD CAVES CAMP (3600m)
Dinner and overnight at Third Caves Campsite
Day 6 :
Third Caves Camp to Kibo Camp
Proceed onward through valleys and over ridges onto the alpine desert and moorland, continuing our circuit to the south, Enjoying a vast mountain wilderness to ourselves, The temperatures turn cold as you arrive at the foot of Kibo, trekking time today is 4- 6 hours, Prepare all your gear for the day ahead, and turn in early to rest. A resupply of fresh food and suppliers will reach camp on this afternoon.
THIRD CAVES CAMP (3600m) - KIBO CAMP (4,700m)
Dinner and overnight at Kibo Campsite.
Day 7 :
Kibo Camp to Uhuru Peak
Millennium/High Camp (3110m) a midnight wake-up call is the start of a long trek. You begin trekking at 1 am up to the winding path of endless switchbacks. From your camp to the rim of the crater (Gillman’s Point (18,750ft. / 5,712 m) to Uhuru Peak, the trekking time is about 7 -8 hours. The slope is steep, with switchbacks, over loose rock and scree with some boulders as you near Gilman’s Point. You will stop at Hans Meyer cave on the way, the famous place where Kilimanjaro first western climber described in his journals. Once you arrive at Gilman’s Point at the edge of the crater, the trail to the summit is less demanding and is reached after a further 1½-2 hours along the snowy crater rim (depending on the season). After a short time at the summit, retrace your steps back to Gilman’s Point, then summon your strength again for a further descent to Millennium Camp for the night.
KIBO CAMP (4,700 M) ~ UHURU PEAK (5895M.)
Dinner and Overnight Millenium Campsite.
Day 8 :
Mweka Gate - Arusha
Descend straight to the gate (2-3 hours), where you’ll have lunch and will be awarded climbing certificates. Overnight at Springlands hotel or similar.
Millennium (3110m) ~ MWEKA GATE (1,830m)
Dinner and overnight at Maura Apartment
Day 9 :
Transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport
It’s the final day in mainland Tanzania, depending with the time of your flight departure, be sure to grab any last minute souvenirs you may want and say one last goodbye to the the new friends you made in Tanzania before. Our drive will come to the hotel to pick you up for trip to the Airport to catch a flight back home.
Or else a trip to the beaches at Zanzibar is a good way to recuperate. We can also arrange many reasonably priced safaris before Mount Kilimanjaro trek to help with acclimatization.
Kwa heri ya kuonana – (Good bye and see you again).
