Epic Kilimanjaro - Lemosho Route - 2024-25

Located on the outskirts of Arusha, this 5-star sanctuary is tucked away within the grounds of a working coffee estate — giving it an air of seclusion amid an otherwise bustling town.

Here, guest-centric service ensures your every need is catered to and your every comfort captured. Known as the gateway to the northern safari circuit, the lodge — with its spacious cottages and sprawling tropical gardens — is the perfect setting to prepare for or reflect on your safari.

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Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions A tapas platter at Legendary Lodge

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Cottage bedroom

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Garden Cottage Interior

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Family Cottage Interior

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Garden cottage exterior

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions The dining area at night

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Dining outdoors

Garden Cottages Family Cottages

The 10 garden cottages, complete with private verandahs and stunning views of the lush gardens, are the perfect place to reflect on or prepare for your safari. The interiors strike the perfect balance between old-world elegance and contemporary comfort and feature eye-catching pieces of African art.

Each en-suite cottage features a king-size bed with a mosquito net, a lounge with a fireplace, as well as satellite television and Wi-Fi. There is also a complimentary mini-bar, fruit basket and a coffee and tea station. The bathrooms have a vanity with double basins, a deep-soaking bathtub, a rain shower, a separate toilet and a full range of amenities.

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Bath Towels, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mosquito Netting, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Telephone

Our two family cottages, Kahawa and Meru, exude old-world elegance without compromising modern comforts. Each family cottage has two en-suite bedrooms connected by a spacious living room complete with a fireplace, as well as satellite television and Wi-Fi. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and an en-suite bathroom complete with a shower and deep-soaking bathtub, and the second bedroom has twin beds with an en-suite bathroom with a shower.

Each cottage features a spacious verandah where you can enjoy views of the lush tropical gardens.

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mosquito Netting, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Wardrobe

Property Facilities

Accept Credit Cards, Air conditioner, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Children Friendly, Credit Card Facilities, Disabled Friendly , Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Pool, Restaurant, Room Service, Spa, Vegetarian, Wheelchair Access

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Television, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly

Available Services

24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Boules, Cycling, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Massages, Walks (Self Guided)

Activities Nearby

Art Galleries, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Museums, Safaris, Walks (Guided)

Shira Camp One, located on the Lemosho Route of Mount Kilimanjaro at an elevation of approximately 3,510 meters, is a key rest stop for climbers. This campground is unique due to its position on the Shira Plateau, offering expansive views of the surrounding landscape and the distant Shira Cathedral. Travelers visiting Shira Camp One can enjoy the stunning scenery, acclimate to the altitude, and explore the diverse flora of the heath zone. The camp provides basic facilities, including pit toilets, and serves as an ideal spot for climbers to rest and prepare for the ascent ahead.

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Moir Camp is situated at an old historic camp site, on the circumnavigation route of the mountain. Situated in a picturesque bowl which provides good security from bad weather and is adjacent to a waterfall and stream making it a lovely place to explore during down time.

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Barranco Camp is the 3rd stop along the Machame Route and the 4th stop on the Lemosho route. This area of the mountain is semi-desert and the camp is set in a valley close to the Great Barranco Wall.

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On day 5 of the lemosho route up Mount Kilimajaro, climbers would reach the Karanga Camp. The journey would take about 5 hours and climbers get to experience the alpine desert landscape of Mount Kilimanjaro.

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Mount Kilimanjaro climbers would approach Barafu camp at about the 5th or 6th day of the trek. The word 'barafu' is the Swahili word for 'ice', which refers to the cold climate at this altitude.

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Mweka Camp is conveniently located at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, on the Mweka Route in Tanzania. The campsite is an ideal rest stop for climbers descending after their summit. Climbers can pitch their tents and acclimatise to the altitude change before continuing their descent to the Mweka Gate.

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Located on the outskirts of Arusha, this 5-star sanctuary is tucked away within the grounds of a working coffee estate — giving it an air of seclusion amid an otherwise bustling town.

Here, guest-centric service ensures your every need is catered to and your every comfort captured. Known as the gateway to the northern safari circuit, the lodge — with its spacious cottages and sprawling tropical gardens — is the perfect setting to prepare for or reflect on your safari.

• Images
• Rooms
• Facilities

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions A tapas platter at Legendary Lodge

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Cottage bedroom

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Garden Cottage Interior

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Family Cottage Interior

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Garden cottage exterior

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions The dining area at night

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions Dining outdoors

Garden Cottages Family Cottages

The 10 garden cottages, complete with private verandahs and stunning views of the lush gardens, are the perfect place to reflect on or prepare for your safari. The interiors strike the perfect balance between old-world elegance and contemporary comfort and feature eye-catching pieces of African art.

Each en-suite cottage features a king-size bed with a mosquito net, a lounge with a fireplace, as well as satellite television and Wi-Fi. There is also a complimentary mini-bar, fruit basket and a coffee and tea station. The bathrooms have a vanity with double basins, a deep-soaking bathtub, a rain shower, a separate toilet and a full range of amenities.

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Bath Towels, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mosquito Netting, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Telephone

Our two family cottages, Kahawa and Meru, exude old-world elegance without compromising modern comforts. Each family cottage has two en-suite bedrooms connected by a spacious living room complete with a fireplace, as well as satellite television and Wi-Fi. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and an en-suite bathroom complete with a shower and deep-soaking bathtub, and the second bedroom has twin beds with an en-suite bathroom with a shower.

Each cottage features a spacious verandah where you can enjoy views of the lush tropical gardens.

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Legendary Lodge Credit: Legendary Expeditions

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mosquito Netting, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Wardrobe

Property Facilities

Accept Credit Cards, Air conditioner, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Children Friendly, Credit Card Facilities, Disabled Friendly , Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Pool, Restaurant, Room Service, Spa, Vegetarian, Wheelchair Access

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Television, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly

Available Services

24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Boules, Cycling, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Massages, Walks (Self Guided)

Activities Nearby

Art Galleries, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Museums, Safaris, Walks (Guided)