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Lemosho Route

Explore Kilimanjaro’s Most Scenic Trails

Traverse the magnificent slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro with the Lemosho Route, renowned for its scenic grandeur and tranquil trails. Spanning across the vast expanse of the Shira Plateau, this route promises a delightful and relatively flat hiking experience from the west side of the mountain to the east. With minimal crowds until its convergence with the Machame Route near the Lava Tower, Lemosho offers a serene journey, allowing for a fuller appreciation of the mountain’s natural beauty.

At Simba Safaris, we believe that the Lemosho Route is the top choice for those desiring a more secluded and enriching trek. Originating at the Londorossi Gate on Kilimanjaro's western flanks, the path navigates through lush rainforests teeming with wildlife. Look out for black and white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, small lizards, and a vibrant array of bird species. The journey continues onto the Shira Plateau, showcasing easy-to-trek terrain and breathtaking landscapes.

Simba Safaris – Tanzania – East Africa, has Followed this simple yet successful formula for over Fifty years and it has earned us a reputation as the finest luxury safari operator in East Africa. Despite the challenging global situation, we have no plans to change our “modus operandi” and we plan to enhance it further.

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Firoz Simba
Founder, Simba Safaris

In our hearts beats a deep love for Tanzania, a place we hold in the highest regard. Our mission is to share the warmth and friendly spirit of the Tanzanian communities with every guest who goes on this incredible journey. To achieve this, we've assembled a team of expert hosts, guides, and excursion managers who share our passion for this country. It's our dream and privilege to open its entrances to people from around the world. We eagerly anticipate the day we welcome you to Tanzania, to share the special gift that is this extraordinary land.

Summiting Kilimanjaro's Heights

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

While the Lemosho route is often seen as one of Kilimanjaro's gentler trails due to its extended itinerary aiding acclimatization, trekkers face challenges like the Barranco Wall ascent and a steep summit night hike. Though no special climbing skills are needed, being physically fit is crucial.

Lemosho covers a trekking distance of 71km (43 miles).

Typically, the Lemosho Route demands a minimum of 7 trekking days. But, if you count arrival and departure, you'll need ten days. Yet, for a higher success rate, 8 or 9 days is optimal for trekking via the Lemosho Route.

Lemosho boasts impressive summit success rates thanks to its extended path. Though there are no official data, an average 8-day trek sees a 90% success rate, and the 7-day option has an 85% rate. Our statistics indicate a 95% success rate for the 8-day journey and 92% for the 7-day trek.

Famed for its unparalleled scenic beauty, Lemosho offers trekkers a journey from Kilimanjaro's western rainforests. Eventually, it converges with the Lemosho path to traverse the striking Shira Plateau. It provides breathtaking panoramas, especially along the southern circuit.

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