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Lemosho Route

Lemosho Route

Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro

The Lemosho Route is a relatively new trail, introduced as an improvement on the original Shira route, as it starts much lower, thus improving acclimatization. It is one of our highly recommended Kilimanjaro Routes, not only for the beautiful scenery but also for a higher summit success rate due to the longer, steadier walk that improves acclimatization.

Starting from Londorossi Gate, the first two days are spent trekking through the rainforest, where you may see the wild game. It then traverses up to Shira Ridge, Kilimanjaro’s third summit. From here, you will ascend and cross the expansive Shira Plateau with fantastic views of Shira Cathedral. The descent is via the Mweka Route. The minimum time taken for the Lemosho route is 6 to 7 days, but again, an extra day to acclimatize is recommended to improve the chances of summiting.

Long Duration

Takes 7 days, allowing better acclimatization and a steadier climbing pace.

Good Distance

Covers about 71 kilometers, giving climbers a longer and more gradual ascent.

Moderate Challenge

Difficulty is moderate to high, with altitude making the route more demanding.

Scenic Trail

Crosses the rainforest, Shira Plateau, Lava Tower, and the Southern Circuit beautifully.

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Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Climb Options

Not every climber comes to Kilimanjaro looking for the same experience. And that is exactly why these Lemosho Route Packages come in different day options. One person may want more time on the mountain. Another may need a climb that fits a tighter plan. So, this gives you the space to choose a package that suits your comfort level, timing, and climbing goals.

6 Days Lemosho Route
  • Kilimanjaro
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6 Days Lemosho Route

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7 Days Lemosho Route
  • Kilimanjaro
  • Private
  • Luxury
  • Camp

7 Days Lemosho Route

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When to Climb

Best Time for Lemosho Route Climbs

The Best Time to climb Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route is during the two drier windows, namely, from December to mid-March and from late June to October. It is because the trails are more stable, the views are clearer, and a better chance of steady climbing conditions. To be precise, January, February, and the period from July to October are often the most recommended months for Climbing Kilimanjaro.

Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Max Temp (°C) 24 25 25 23 22 22 22 22 24 24 23 23
Min Temp (°C) 14 14 15 15 14 12 10 11 12 14 15 14
Rainfall (mm) 47 42 119 327 174 41 31 21 20 41 88 63
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Have a few questions before choosing the Lemosho Route climb on Kilimanjaro? Planning this climb involves a lot to consider, from route length and difficulty to acclimatization, packing, and the best time to go. This section brings those key answers together in one place, so the Lemosho climb feels easier to understand and much easier to prepare for.

The Lemosho Route is one of the easiest routes on Kilimanjaro. Its longer itinerary gave opportunities for better acclimatization.  Still, the tough parts, such as Barranco wall climbing and climbing steeply on the summit at night, are part of the Lemosho Route climb. Similar to all other routes, no technical climbing is required to climb Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route.

The length of the Lemosho Route climb is 71 km (44 miles) in length.

The shortest number of days you need to Climb Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route is 6 Days. But, you can add a day due to acclimatization and make the climbing days 7.

The Lemosho Route has one of the highest summit success percentages on the mountain, likely due to its longer length. There are no official numbers; however, the average success rate for the 7-day trek is 85%.

Travelers say that the Lemosho Route has the most stunning scenery of all the routes. The trail starts on the west side of the mountain and passes through a lush rainforest before connecting to the Lemosho Route, which crosses the beautiful Shira Plateau. The path goes around the west and south sides of the mountain, and the views are amazing, especially from the southern circle.

The Best time to climb Kilimanjaro is from June to October and December to Mid-march. You’re less likely to encounter rain during this period, and the weather is likely more stable. Since Kilimanjaro is close to the equator, it is possible to climb the mountain at any time of the year. Avoid April and May, as it is more likely to rain during this time.

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