Machame
Scenic and varied, with an excellent seven-day profile.
5,895 metres · Roof of Africa
Kilimanjaro, one thoughtful step at a time.
A non-technical climb that still asks for patience, preparation and a mountain team you trust.
Know the mountain
The summit is only part of the story.
Kilimanjaro moves through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert and ice-edged summit country. We favour longer routes because acclimatisation, crew care and enough recovery time matter more than racing upward.
Highest point5,895 m
Recommended time7-8 days
Best fitPrepared first-timers
Route styleCamping expedition
Lemosho
A quieter western approach and our strongest eight-day acclimatisation choice.
Your preparation
Build steady aerobic fitness, test your boots and arrive ready to walk slowly.
Recommended route
Plan the climb
AdventureHiking
Kilimanjaro, Machame Route
Rainforest · Shira · Barafu · Uhuru Peak
A scenic, carefully paced route with strong acclimatisation and a supportive mountain crew from first step to summit night.
Best pacedHiking
Kilimanjaro, Lemosho Route
Londorossi · Shira · Barafu · Uhuru Peak
A longer, quieter approach across the Shira Plateau with excellent acclimatisation and wide mountain views.
Mountain hutsHiking
Kilimanjaro, Marangu Route
Marangu Gate · Horombo · Kibo · Uhuru Peak
Kilimanjaro’s hut-based route, planned over six mountain days to include an essential acclimatisation day at Horombo.
Northern approachHiking
Kilimanjaro, Rongai Route
Rongai Gate · Mawenzi Tarn · Kibo · Uhuru Peak
A quieter northern approach with a seven-day profile, broad views toward Kenya and descent through the Marangu forest.
Longest routeHiking
Kilimanjaro, Northern Circuit Route
Londorossi · Shira · Northern Circuit · Kibo · Uhuru Peak
Kilimanjaro’s longest mainstream approach, circling the quiet northern slopes with generous acclimatisation before summit night.
For experienced trekkersHiking
Kilimanjaro, Umbwe Route
Umbwe Gate · Barranco · Karanga · Barafu · Uhuru Peak
A steep, direct opening reserved for well-prepared trekkers, followed by extra acclimatisation time on Kilimanjaro’s southern circuit.
Prices vary by season, accommodation and group size. Your personalised proposal confirms the final rate and inclusions.
Your trip, your rhythm
Prepare well. Climb slowly.
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