The Lemosho Route is a beautiful and unique route, known for its breathtaking views. In contrary to other Mount Kilimanjaro climbing routes, it starts on the western side of Kilimanjaro. Because of this, the Leomosho Route is less crowded with climbers and offers a much more secluded hiking experience.Overview of the Lemosho Route
Duration: Typically 7-8 days
Distance: Approximately 70 kilometers (43.5 miles)
Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult
Popularity: Moderate
Scenery: Extremely varied and scenic, offering diverse landscapes
Key Features
1. Accommodation: The Lemosho Route involves camping in tents. Porters carry the camping equipment, and campsites are set up at designated spots along the route.
2. Campsites:
- Mti Mkubwa Camp: The first campsite located in the rainforest.
- Shira 1 Camp and Shira 2 Camp: Campsites on the Shira Plateau, offering expansive views.
- Barranco Camp: Situated in the shadow of the Great Barranco Wall.
- Karanga Camp: Often used for acclimatization before the final ascent.
- Barafu Camp: The base camp for the summit push.
- Mweka Camp: The descent route ends here.
3. Scenic Beauty: The Lemosho Route is known for its stunning and varied landscapes, including lush rainforests, heath, moorland, alpine deserts, and breathtaking views from various vantage points. The trek also includes a challenging climb up the Barranco Wall.
4. Better Acclimatization: The route provides excellent acclimatization due to its length and the “climb high, sleep low” principle. This increases the chances of successfully reaching the summit compared to routes with a more rapid ascent.
