Lemosho Route

Lemosho Route

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Lemosho route

The Lemosho route is a scenic ascent trail on Mount Kilimanjaro that will give you some rewarding views that showcase the best of the mountain’s natural scenery. This route is similar to Machame but with less traffic, in short, it is less crowded.

The Lemosho route was introduced as an alternative to the Shira Route and takes a duration of 7 to 8 days with the 8-day variant being the most recommended option that will give you ample time to acclimatize due to the extra acclimatization day, hence giving you a higher summit success rate.

The Lemosho Route is one of the best Mount Kilimanjaro climbing routes, in fact, it has held the title for being the best route on Mount Kilimanjaro until the recent introduction of the longer, Northern Circuit Route.

Here is the Lemosho Route Guide

We have created this route guide to simplify how you find useful tips and information about one of our personal best choices of climbing Kilimanjaro, the Lemosho Route, one of the best all round routes.

  • How to trek the Lemosho Route, tips and map
  • Attractions, landmarks, and places to see along Lemosho
  • Where will you sleep while climbing Lemosho Route
  • Accommodation before and after trekking the Lemosho
  • Download Lemosho Route resources, training plan, Itinerary and gear list
  • FAQs and reviews

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Why is Lemosho The best Kilimanjaro Route?

  • The Lemosho route has the perfect balance of all the best features you could find from any route on Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Lemosho Route combines strikingly beautiful scenery, low crowds and a high success rate for reaching the Uhuru peak summit.
  • This route rewards climbers with the most scenic trail and views on Mount Kilimanjaro.
  • Climbers who have plied this route continue heaping it with praises as the best choice to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.
  • We offer the Lemosho Route on either a seven-day or eight-day Lemosho Route Itinerary. The 7-day Lemosho tour combines the fifth and sixth days skipping the Karanga Camp overnight stay by going straight from the Barranco camp to the Barafu camp for summit night.
  • We also provide an 8-day option of the same route with an additional overnight stay at the Crater Camp on request.

Machame Route Map & Location

Map and Location

The Lemosho Route is a recently introduced route as a better version of the rarely used Shira Route. It begins at the Londorossi Gate on Mount Kilimanjaro’s western flank.

The western side of Kilimanjaro is a wilderness that plays home to various animals like big antelope, buffalo, or even elephants.

Lemosho Trek Tips

  • Take it slow. Use a pace that is manageable and consistent, save your energy while you enjoy the views.
  • You can bring along some snacks to boost your energy whenever you need something quick to munch.
  • Drink plenty of water to combat altitude sickness, always stay hydrated on the Lemosho Route trek and you will make it to the top smoothly.
  • Improve on your fitness before you begin your Lemosho Route climb and you will enjoy your hike.

Plan your climb on the Lemosho route

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route starts off at the Londorossi Gate that is located at an altitude of 2360 meters (7,743 ft.) above sea level, approaching the mountain from the west. The trail then goes round the mountain to the south, traversing Mount Kilimanjaro’s rainforest zone giving you a glimpse of some of the wildlife inhabiting the area.

The route carries on with the trail up the mountain towards the third summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the Shira Ridge then crossing the extensive Shira Plateau giving you an amazing view of the Shira Cathedral, before reaching Shira Camp on the third day, which lies on the main Machame route.

After summiting at Uhuru Peak, you will go down the mountain via the Mweka Route, the preferred descent trail.

Apart from the similarity between the Lemosho route and the Machame Route, this route is more of an improved version of the older Shira route.

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Lemosho Route Packages

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prepare for the Lemosho Route?
Preparing to climb the Lemosho Route entails vigorous training to ensure a smooth climb to the summit, Uhuru peak. Also, make sure you bring along the required climbing gear and equipment.
When should I climb the Lemosho Route?
Even though Mount Kilimanjaro’s Lemosho Route can be climbed all year round, the best time to climb the Lemosho Route is between the months of January–March and June–October. The least favourable times to climb Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho route are the colder and wetter months of April, May and November.
What should I pack for Lemosho climb?
To climb Mount Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho route, you will need all the Mount Kilimanjaro gear and equipment that you will need. Some may include waterproof gear, a headlamp, sunglasses, hiking boots, personal medication, a non-disposable water bottle, etc. Check here for the full Mount Kilimanjaro climbing gear and equipment.
How to get to the Lemosho Route?
To get to the Lemosho Route, you will have to fly into Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro International Airport near Moshi and Arusha. Travellers flying from the UK, the US, Australia or Canada and other parts of the world will be picked up at the airport by the official Tranquil Kilimanjaro crew to their hotel then to the Lemosho Route the following day.

What are the climbing requirements for Lemosho?
Climbing via the Lemosho Route is all 50% physical and 50% mental. You will have to be both physically and mentally prepared to reach the summit. Physical fitness is also vital as it minimizes altitude sickness effects. You will also need to make sure you have the required climbing gear and equipment for climbing the mountain.
What should I pack and what equipment do I need?
To climb Kilimanjaro using the Lemosho route, you will be required to pay for the Mount Kilimanjaro entrance fees and the Kilimanjaro National park fees. These fees help in maintaining bot the park and the mountain. All our Lemosho route packages are all-inclusive meaning all the Lemosho route prices include these fees.
WHAT IS THE SCENERY LIKE ON THE LEMOSHO ROUTE?
The Lemosho Route is definitely one of the most scenic routes on Mount Kilimanjaro, offering very awe-inspiring views of the mountain and its surroundings. The route begins from the western side of the mountain crossing the lush rainforest zone, before enjoining the Machame Route to cross the extensive Shira Plateau with even stunning views from the southern circuit trail
How difficult is the Lemosho route?
The Lemosho route is not a difficult route to climb Mount Kilimanjaro if you were to compare it with the other routes leading to the Uhuru Peak Summit. Therefore it is safe to say that the Lemosho Route is one of the easier routes to climb Kilimanjaro because of a few factors as highlighted below: Its longer itinerary facilitates better acclimatization time even though one of the most difficult parts of the route include climbing the Barranco Wall and the final steep, summit night. The Lemosho Route has one of the highest summit rates, boasting an impressive 80% to 90% summit success rate especially via the highly recommended 8-day Lemosho route climb which includes extra time for acclimatization hence less altitude sickness issues.
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