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Kilimanjaro group departures

Lemosho via Western Breach — 9 Days

9 days on the mountain with a licensed Moshi-based team. Join a scheduled group of up to 12 travellers and pay our best price of $4990 per person instead of $5300 private.

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Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Moshi

    Pickup at JRO, briefing and technical gear check including helmets.

  2. Day 2

    Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

    Drive west and trek into the rainforest to Big Tree Camp (2,780m).

  3. Day 3

    Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1

    Moorland climb onto the Shira Plateau (3,610m).

  4. Day 4

    Shira 1 to Shira 2

    Acclimatisation day on the plateau with afternoon exploration.

  5. Day 5

    Shira 2 to Moir Hut

    Northern circuit to Moir Hut (4,200m) and a high afternoon walk.

  6. Day 6

    Moir Hut to Lava Tower Camp

    Traverse to Lava Tower (4,630m) to sleep high before the Breach.

  7. Day 7

    Lava Tower to Arrow Glacier

    Short, steep approach to Arrow Glacier Camp (4,870m); early night and route brief.

  8. Day 8

    Western Breach to Crater Camp and Uhuru Peak

    Pre-dawn helmeted scramble up the Breach wall to Crater Camp (5,730m) beside the Furtwängler Glacier, then the short climb to Uhuru Peak (5,895m).

  9. Day 9

    Descent via Mweka

    Long descent through Barafu and Mweka to the gate, certificates and Moshi hotel.

What is included

  • • Park, camping/hut and rescue fees
  • • Professional licensed guides, cook and fairly-paid porters
  • • All meals on the mountain / full board on safari
  • • Quality tents, sleeping mats and dining equipment
  • • Emergency oxygen, first-aid kit and pulse oximeter
  • • Airport transfers (JRO) and two hotel nights in Moshi
  • • Drinking water and hot drinks throughout

Not included

  • • International flights and Tanzania visa
  • • Travel and evacuation insurance (compulsory)
  • • Personal trekking gear (rental available)
  • • Tips for the mountain or safari crew
  • • Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses

Frequently asked questions

Is the Western Breach dangerous?

It is the most demanding route on Kilimanjaro and includes a rockfall-exposed scramble. We only accept experienced trekkers, start very early and issue helmets.

Do we really sleep inside the crater?

Yes — one night at Crater Camp beside the Furtwängler Glacier at 5,730m, which is the highest campsite in Africa.

What experience do you require?

Previous multi-day trekking above 4,000m, comfort with scrambling and a good level of cardiovascular fitness.

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Every itinerary is planned personally by our team in Moshi, Tanzania. Send us your dates, group size and interests and you will receive a detailed, honest quote with no hidden costs.

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Wilderness Footprints Tanzania
Based in
Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region
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Experience
Guiding since 2009
Summit success
98.5% on 7+ day routes
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