Lemosho Route

If you’re dreaming of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro but want to avoid the crowds, soak in epic scenery, and maximize your summit chances, then the Lemosho Route might just be your golden ticket. Often hailed as the most beautiful and well-balanced route on Africa’s tallest mountain, Lemosho offers a perfect blend of nature, solitude, and smart acclimatization, all wrapped up in an 8-day adventure of a lifetime.

Whether you’re a first-time high-altitude hiker or someone seeking a quieter, more intimate trail experience, this guide has everything you need to know about what’s often considered the best route up Kilimanjaro.

Why Choose the Lemosho Route?

Let’s cut to the chase: Lemosho is one of the newer and less-traveled routes, which means more peace, more wildlife, and a more immersive wilderness experience. It starts on the western side of the mountain, giving climbers more time to adjust to the altitude while offering panoramic views of Kilimanjaro’s untouched slopes, the Shira Plateau, and even sightings of animals like colobus monkeys and antelope early on.

The success rate is also one of the highest among all the Kilimanjaro routes. Thanks to its longer itinerary (typically 8 days), trekkers have ample time to acclimate, hugely reducing the risk of altitude sickness. Compared to routes like Marangu or even Machame, Lemosho is less rushed, more scenic, and arguably more emotionally rewarding.