Kilimanjaro route: Lemosho

The Lemosho route approaches Kilimanjaro through forest and moorland from the west, crossing the caldera of Shira Plateau as the route heads to the visually dramatic southern flank. The route goes under the Southern icefields of Kibo and the final ascent is made via the Barafu route.

Lemosho is a relatively little-used approach route, and the the rain forest is particlularly beautiful at this part of the mountain. Crossing the wilderness of Shira Plateau gives the climber a good chance to get used to the altitude before tackling the busy Barafu Route to the summit.

A diversion to the wild, forbidding and rarely visited north flank overlooking Kenya may be taken with the nine days Lemosho climb -possibly the best itinerary on the mountain for giving the climber a great overview and maximum chance of reaching the summit.

Lemosho Intineraries are either 7, 8 or 9 days long.