Mount Kilimanjaro at sunrise with climbers
The Roof of Africa

Mount Kilimanjaro

The highest free-standing mountain in the world and Africa's tallest peak. Journey through five climate zones from tropical rainforest to arctic ice.

Elevation

5,895m

Duration

5-9 Days

Difficulty

Challenging

Africa's Ultimate Climbing Challenge

Mount Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano composed of three cones: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. What makes Kilimanjaro unique is that you pass through five distinct climate zones—from tropical rainforest to arctic ice—all in the span of a single week.

Standing at 5,895 meters, Uhuru Peak is not just Africa's highest point but also one of the world's most accessible high-altitude summits. Unlike many other famous mountains, Kilimanjaro requires no technical climbing skills—just determination, proper preparation, and respect for the altitude.

Every year, thousands of trekkers from around the world make the journey to stand on the Roof of Africa, experiencing an unforgettable adventure through diverse ecosystems and breathtaking landscapes.

Elephant with Kilimanjaro in background

Five Climate Zones in One Trek

Experience a world of ecosystems as you ascend through distinct vegetation zones

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Cultivation

800-1,800m

Farmland & villages

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Rainforest

1,800-2,800m

Lush tropical forest

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Heather

2,800-4,000m

Moorland & heather

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Alpine Desert

4,000-5,000m

Barren landscape

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Arctic

5,000m+

Ice & glaciers

The 5 Main Routes of Kilimanjaro

Each route offers a unique experience with different scenery, difficulty, and success rates

1

Machame Route

(The Whiskey Route)

The most popular and scenic route with excellent acclimatization. Features the famous Barranco Wall scramble.

Diverse landscapesClimb high, sleep lowShira Plateau viewsSouthern icefields

Duration

6-7 days

Difficulty

Challenging

2

Marangu Route

(The Coca-Cola Route)

The oldest route with sleeping huts instead of camping. Well-defined steady path, though lower success rate.

Sleeping huts availableWell-established trailGradual ascentSame path up and down

Duration

5-6 days

Difficulty

Moderate

3

Lemosho Route

(The Scenic Route)

The most beautiful path with best acclimatization and highest success rate. Quiet and remote at the start.

Highest success rateBest acclimatizationPanoramic Shira PlateauRemote wilderness feel

Duration

7-8 days

Difficulty

Challenging

4

Rongai Route

(The Remote Route)

The only northern approach near Kenya. Driest route, perfect for rainy season with unique Mawenzi views.

Driest routeWild and remoteMawenzi Peak viewsLess crowded

Duration

6-7 days

Difficulty

Moderate-Hard

5

Umbwe Route

(The Challenger Route)

The steepest and most direct route. Only for experienced hikers confident in quick acclimatization.

Most challengingDramatic ridge lineVery quiet trailFor experienced trekkers

Duration

6 days

Difficulty

Very Hard

Kilimanjaro Gallery

Kilimanjaro sunset
Kilimanjaro aerial
Kilimanjaro hikers

Kilimanjaro Activities

Summit Trekking

Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,895m

Glacier Viewing

Witness the magnificent Furtwängler Glacier

Crater Camping

Spend a night inside the volcanic crater at 5,700m

Photography Tours

Capture five climate zones in one trek

Location

Ready to Conquer Kilimanjaro?

Let our experienced guides help you choose the perfect route and prepare for your once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the Roof of Africa.

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