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Africa's Highest Peak

Kilimanjaro Climbing Routes

At 5,895 meters (19,341 feet), Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak and the world's tallest free-standing mountain. Choose from our expertly guided routes.

Route Duration Difficulty Success Rate Accommodation Price From
Marangu 5-6 Days Moderate ~70% Mountain Huts $1,490
Machame 6-7 Days Challenging ~85% Camping $1,690
Lemosho 7-8 Days Moderate ~90% Camping $1,890
Rongai 6-7 Days Moderate ~80% Camping $1,750
The Coca-Cola Route

Marangu Route (5-6 Days)

Marangu Route Elevation

Route Highlights

Distance: ~72 km total

Start: Marangu Gate (1,870m)

Summit: Uhuru Peak (5,895m)

Accommodation: Mountain Huts

Best For: First-time climbers

Difficulty:
Moderate
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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Marangu Gate โ†’ Mandara Hut

Register at the gate and begin your trek through the lush rainforest. The trail is well-maintained and gradual. Look for colobus monkeys and exotic birds.

Distance: 8 km | Time: 4-5 hours | Altitude: 1,870m โ†’ 2,720m

Lunch, Dinner
Day 2

Mandara Hut โ†’ Horombo Hut

Leave the forest and enter the moorland zone. Views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks emerge. Vegetation changes to giant heathers and lobelias.

Distance: 12 km | Time: 6-7 hours | Altitude: 2,720m โ†’ 3,720m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3

Acclimatization Day at Horombo

Rest day for acclimatization. Optional hike to Mawenzi Hut or Zebra Rocks to help your body adjust to the altitude.

Time: 3-4 hours | Altitude: 3,720m (with hike up to 4,200m)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4

Horombo Hut โ†’ Kibo Hut

Trek through the alpine desert landscape. The air gets thinner as you approach Kibo Hut. Rest and prepare for the midnight summit push.

Distance: 10 km | Time: 5-6 hours | Altitude: 3,720m โ†’ 4,703m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5

Kibo Hut โ†’ Uhuru Peak โ†’ Horombo Hut

Begin summit attempt at midnight. Climb through the dark via Gilman's Point to Uhuru Peak. Watch sunrise from Africa's highest point. Descend to Horombo Hut.

Distance: 22 km | Time: 12-15 hours | Altitude: 4,703m โ†’ 5,895m โ†’ 3,720m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6

Horombo Hut โ†’ Marangu Gate

Final descent through the moorland and rainforest. Receive your summit certificate at the gate. Transfer back to your hotel.

Distance: 20 km | Time: 5-6 hours | Altitude: 3,720m โ†’ 1,870m

Breakfast, Lunch
The Whiskey Route

Machame Route (6-7 Days)

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Machame Gate โ†’ Machame Camp

Start your climb through the lush rainforest. The trail is steep but scenic. Listen for the sounds of exotic birds and possibly see blue monkeys.

Distance: 11 km | Time: 5-6 hours | Altitude: 1,490m โ†’ 2,980m

Lunch, Dinner
Day 2

Machame Camp โ†’ Shira Camp 2

Emerge from the forest into the moorland. Stunning views of Kibo peak. Walk across the Shira Plateau, a former lava flow.

Distance: 9 km | Time: 5-6 hours | Altitude: 2,980m โ†’ 3,840m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3

Shira Camp 2 โ†’ Lava Tower โ†’ Barranco Camp

Climb to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Valley. This "climb high, sleep low" approach improves success rates.

Distance: 15 km | Time: 7-8 hours | Altitude: 3,840m โ†’ 4,630m โ†’ 3,950m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4

Barranco Camp โ†’ Karanga Camp

Conquer the famous Barranco Wall, an exciting scramble with stunning views. Cross valleys to Karanga Camp with beautiful views of the southern glaciers.

Distance: 7 km | Time: 4-5 hours | Altitude: 3,950m โ†’ 3,995m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5

Karanga Camp โ†’ Barafu Camp

Trek through the alpine desert to Barafu Camp. Rest and prepare for your midnight summit attempt. Early dinner and sleep.

Distance: 4 km | Time: 3-4 hours | Altitude: 3,995m โ†’ 4,673m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6

Barafu Camp โ†’ Uhuru Peak โ†’ Mweka Camp

Begin summit climb at midnight. Reach Stella Point for sunrise, then continue to Uhuru Peak. Descend via Mweka route to Mweka Camp.

Distance: 18 km | Time: 13-15 hours | Altitude: 4,673m โ†’ 5,895m โ†’ 3,100m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7

Mweka Camp โ†’ Mweka Gate

Final descent through the rainforest. Receive your summit certificate at Mweka Gate. Transfer to your hotel for celebration!

Distance: 10 km | Time: 3-4 hours | Altitude: 3,100m โ†’ 1,640m

Breakfast, Lunch
Machame Route

Route Highlights

Distance: ~62 km total

Start: Machame Gate (1,490m)

Summit: Uhuru Peak (5,895m)

Accommodation: Camping (tents)

Best For: Scenic beauty, good acclimatization

Difficulty:
Challenging
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The Most Scenic Route

Lemosho Route (7-8 Days)

Lemosho Route

Why Choose Lemosho?

  • Highest summit success rate (~90%)
  • Most beautiful and pristine route
  • Excellent acclimatization profile
  • Less crowded, more wilderness
From $1,890 per person
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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Londorossi Gate โ†’ Mti Mkubwa Camp

Drive to the remote Londorossi Gate. Trek through unspoiled rainforest, home to buffalo, elephant, and other wildlife. Very scenic start!

Distance: 8 km | Time: 3-4 hours | Altitude: 2,100m โ†’ 2,780m

Lunch, Dinner
Day 2

Mti Mkubwa โ†’ Shira Camp 1

Leave the forest and cross the Shira Plateau. Views of Kibo peak open up. Walk across ancient lava flows.

Distance: 10 km | Time: 5-6 hours | Altitude: 2,780m โ†’ 3,500m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3

Shira Camp 1 โ†’ Shira Camp 2

Explore the Shira Plateau with its stunning views. Optional walk to the Shira Cathedral for acclimatization.

Distance: 8 km | Time: 4-5 hours | Altitude: 3,500m โ†’ 3,840m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4

Shira Camp 2 โ†’ Lava Tower โ†’ Barranco Camp

Climb to the Lava Tower at 4,630m for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Valley with its unique giant groundsels.

Distance: 15 km | Time: 7-8 hours | Altitude: 3,840m โ†’ 4,630m โ†’ 3,950m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5

Barranco Camp โ†’ Karanga Camp

Conquer the Barranco Wall, a thrilling scramble. Cross the Karanga Valley with spectacular glacier views.

Distance: 7 km | Time: 4-5 hours | Altitude: 3,950m โ†’ 3,995m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6

Karanga Camp โ†’ Barafu Camp

Short trek to Barafu Camp in the alpine desert. Rest, hydrate, and prepare for the summit push tonight.

Distance: 4 km | Time: 3-4 hours | Altitude: 3,995m โ†’ 4,673m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7

Barafu Camp โ†’ Uhuru Peak โ†’ Mweka Camp

Begin summit climb at midnight. Reach Stella Point at dawn, then continue to Uhuru Peak. Descend to Mweka Camp.

Distance: 18 km | Time: 13-15 hours | Altitude: 4,673m โ†’ 5,895m โ†’ 3,100m

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8

Mweka Camp โ†’ Mweka Gate

Final descent through the lush rainforest. Receive your summit certificate. Transfer to hotel for celebration!

Distance: 10 km | Time: 3-4 hours | Altitude: 3,100m โ†’ 1,640m

Breakfast, Lunch
The Quiet Route

Rongai Route (6-7 Days)

Route Overview

6-7 Days Camping
Difficulty:
Moderate
Approaches from the remote north
Less crowded than other routes
Beautiful wilderness experience
Good for dry season (drier than other routes)
Descent via Marangu route
From $1,750
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Quick Itinerary

6 Days

Day 1: Rongai Gate โ†’ Simba Camp

Day 2: Simba Camp โ†’ Second Cave

Day 3: Second Cave โ†’ Kikelelwa Camp

Day 4: Kikelelwa โ†’ Mawenzi Tarn

Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn โ†’ Kibo Hut

Day 6: Kibo Hut โ†’ Uhuru Peak โ†’ Horombo

Day 7: Horombo โ†’ Marangu Gate

Important Information

Kilimanjaro Climbing Tips

Acclimatization

Walk slowly ("pole pole"), stay hydrated, and choose longer routes for better acclimatization. Consider taking diamox as a preventive measure.

What to Pack

Layers are key! Bring moisture-wicking base layers, insulating mid-layers, waterproof outer shell, and warm sleeping bag (-10ยฐC rating recommended).

Best Time to Climb

The best months are January-March and June-October. These periods offer the clearest skies and best conditions for summit success.

Training

Start training 3-6 months before. Focus on cardiovascular fitness, strength training, and practice hikes with a loaded backpack.

All-Inclusive

What's Included

Included

  • Park fees & camping fees
  • Professional mountain guides
  • Porters & cook
  • All meals on the mountain
  • Camping equipment (tents, mats)
  • Emergency oxygen & first aid
  • 2 nights hotel (before & after)
  • Airport transfers

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa ($50)
  • Personal climbing gear
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for crew (recommended)
  • Personal expenses

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