Mount Kilimanjaro
Climb Africa's Highest Peak
5,895 metres. Five routes. Expert local guides who know every trail, every camp, and every sunrise view on the mountain.
5,895 metres. Five routes. Expert local guides who know every trail, every camp, and every sunrise view on the mountain.
Each route offers a different experience. Longer routes give better acclimatization and higher summit success rates.
Known as the "Coca-Cola route," Marangu is the only route with hut accommodation instead of tents. The most straightforward path to the summit, ascending and descending on the same trail. Good for trekkers who prefer sleeping in huts.
The most popular route on Kilimanjaro and often called the "Whiskey route." Machame offers stunning scenery through five distinct climate zones, from rainforest to arctic ice. The "climb high, sleep low" profile gives excellent acclimatization.
Our most recommended route. Lemosho approaches from the west with fewer crowds and one of the highest summit success rates on the mountain. The scenic Shira Plateau offers views that no other route can match. Best for those who want a premium trekking experience.
The only route approaching from the north, near the Kenya border. Rongai is the driest route and the best choice during the rainy season. Quieter than Machame or Marangu, with a gentle, steady incline and views of the Kenyan plains.
The longest and most remote route on Kilimanjaro. Nine days circumnavigating the mountain with the best acclimatization profile and highest success rate. You will have sections of the trail entirely to yourself. For trekkers who want the ultimate Kilimanjaro experience.
A complete packing list for all five routes. The gear is the same whichever route you choose, only the duration changes. We send a printable version of this list when you confirm your trek.
Tents, sleeping mats, mess tent and chairs, dining and cooking equipment, all meals and hot drinks on the mountain, bottled or boiled water, oxygen and an emergency first-aid kit, certified mountain guides, cooks, and porters to carry your main duffel. You only need to bring the gear above and carry a daypack with your water, snacks, camera and a warm layer.
Need to rent gear? We can arrange high-quality rental kit in Arusha (down jackets, sleeping bags, poles, boots) on request when you confirm your trek.
Tell us your preferred dates and fitness level. Aaron will recommend the right route and build your perfect Kilimanjaro itinerary.