What is the success rate on Lemosho?

Our 8-day Lemosho climbs reach the summit over 90% of the time; the 7-day version is around 85%.

Lemosho Route — Kilimanjaro Routes

Duration

7 or 8 days

Difficulty

Moderate

Distance

≈ 70 km

Accommodation

Camping (tents)

Route Overview

The Lemosho Route begins on the remote western side of Kilimanjaro, with the first two days spent in quiet rainforest where you may spot colobus monkeys. It then crosses the entire Shira Plateau before joining the Machame Route at Lava Tower.

Widely considered the most scenic route on the mountain, Lemosho also offers the best acclimatization profile of any route. Its long, gentle approach gives it the highest summit success rates — we recommend it above all others for first-time climbers.

Scenery: Pristine rainforest, Shira Plateau, Lava Tower, Barranco Wall, southern summit circuit

Why Choose It

Highest summit success rate of any route (90%+ on 8 days)
Superb, uncrowded scenery on the western approaches
Outstanding acclimatization with a gentle, long profile
Wildlife sightings possible in the forest section

Good to Know

Slightly more expensive due to the longer distance and remote gate transfer
Joins the busier Machame trail from Barranco onwards
Requires 7–8 days, so more time away from home

Guided Treks

Lemosho Route Packages

Fully supported climbs on this route — certified guides, full logistics and park fees included.

8 days

8 Days Lemosho Route

The gold-standard Kilimanjaro climb — eight days on the Lemosho Route with our highest summit success rate.

8 days / 7 nights$2,950

7 days

7 Days Lemosho Route

Seven days on Kilimanjaro's most beautiful route — remote rainforest start, Shira Plateau traverse and excellent acclimatization.

7 days / 6 nights$2,690

Questions

Lemosho Route FAQs

For scenery and summit success, yes — Lemosho's longer approach means better acclimatization. Machame is shorter and slightly cheaper, which suits climbers with limited time.