Lemosho

Lemosho combines all the best features of the Machame route in terms of success rate but by starting further round to the West, it takes you up and over the spectacular Shira Plateau and at the same time avoids the crowds on the early part of the Machame route. Over 8 days, you have a fantastic journey and a great chance of summiting successfully via Lemosho.

The Lemosho climb begins at Londorossi Gate, at an altitude of 2360 metres, with an approach far to the west of the mountain. It then circles around Kilimanjaro to the south, passing through a majestic rainforest where some of the region’s most unique wildlife can often be seen. The route continues up to the mountain’s third summit at Shira Ridge. From there you will cross the famed Shira Plateau and see the awe-inspiring Shira Cathedral before reaching Shira Camp on the main Machame route on day three. Lemosho allows a few days of quiet climbing overlooking some amazing terrain before taking the more heavily traveled route to the summit. After reaching the summit, you will descend by the Mweka trail, rather than retracing your steps along the ascent route.