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Snow ridge above a sea of clouds on Kilimanjaro
TREKKING · ABOUT 5,895 M

Kilimanjaro

Africa's highest mountain, with seven routes to the top.

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About Kilimanjaro

Africa's highest mountain is also the world's tallest free-standing peak, and you can walk to the top with no technical climbing. On the way you pass through rainforest, moorland and alpine desert to the glaciers near Uhuru Peak.

The real challenge is altitude, so the route and number of days you choose matter more than anything else. There are seven routes, and we'll help you find the one that suits you.

Highest point
Uhuru Peak, about 5,895 m
Where
Northern Tanzania, near Moshi
Best time
January to March, and June to October
Starts from
Your choice of route gate
Good for
Fit walkers; no climbing experience needed
7 ITINERARIES, DAY BY DAY

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Kilimanjaro rising above high moorland
10days
Challenging
Kilimanjaro Trek

Kilimanjaro Machame Route Trek

Arusha · Kilimanjaro

The classic scenic climb to Uhuru Peak, with an extra day on the mountain to help you adapt to altitude.

Highest point5,895 mPrice on request
Snow-capped Kibo peak of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the moorland
10days
Challenging
Kilimanjaro Trek

Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Trek

Arusha · Kilimanjaro

A quieter western approach with eight days on the mountain, giving you more time to adapt and enjoy the scenery.

Highest point5,895 mPrice on request
Mount Kilimanjaro seen above acacia trees on the plains
10days
Challenging
Kilimanjaro Trek

Kilimanjaro Marangu Route Trek

Arusha · Kilimanjaro

The only Kilimanjaro route with hut beds instead of tents, with an extra day at Horombo to help you adapt.

Highest point5,895 mPrice on request
Kilimanjaro rising above high moorland
10days
Challenging
Kilimanjaro Trek

Kilimanjaro Rongai Route Trek

Arusha · Kilimanjaro

The quiet northern approach, drier than the southern slopes, with a dramatic night beneath Mawenzi.

Highest point5,895 mPrice on request
Rocky ridge high on Kilimanjaro above the clouds
10days
Very challenging
Kilimanjaro Trek

Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route Trek

Arusha · Kilimanjaro

The steepest and most direct route on the mountain, for fit trekkers with experience at altitude.

Highest point5,895 mPrice on request
Snow ridge above a sea of clouds on Kilimanjaro
10days
Challenging
Kilimanjaro Trek

Kilimanjaro Shira Route Trek

Arusha · Kilimanjaro

A drive-in start high on the Shira Plateau, skipping the forest for wide views from the very first day.

Highest point5,895 mPrice on request
Aerial view of the Kilimanjaro summit crater and glaciers
11days
Challenging
Kilimanjaro Trek

Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Trek

Arusha · Kilimanjaro

The longest way up: nine days circling almost the whole mountain, with the most time of any route to adapt.

Highest point5,895 mPrice on request
COMPARE THE ROUTES

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to the summit.

More days on the mountain generally give your body more time to adapt to altitude. We will recommend a route for your experience.

RouteTypical lengthSceneryCrowdsBest for
Lemosho itinerary7–8 daysExceptionalModerateScenery and acclimatisation
Machame itinerary6–7 daysExcellentBusyA varied, popular climb
Northern Circuit itinerary8–9 daysExceptionalQuietSolitude and extra time to adapt
Rongai itinerary6–7 daysGoodQuietA gentler northern approach
Marangu itinerary5–6 daysGoodBusyMountain huts instead of tents
Umbwe itinerary6–7 daysDramaticQuietFit, experienced trekkers
Shira itinerary6–7 daysExcellentModerateA drive-in start high on the plateau
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