Mount Kilimanjaro above the clouds
Trekking

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

Nine routes to the Roof of Africa, led by certified guides who have stood on Uhuru Peak hundreds of times.

Choose your route

Longer routes give more time to acclimatise and a higher chance of reaching the summit.

7 daysChallenging Machame Route Starts at Machame Gate 6 daysModerate Marangu Route Starts at Marangu Gate 8 daysModerate Lemosho Route Starts at Londorossi Gate 7 daysModerate Shira Route Starts at Shira Gate 7 daysModerate Rongai Route Starts at Rongai Gate 6 daysVery difficult Umbwe Route Starts at Umbwe Gate 9 daysModerate Northern Circuit Starts at Londorossi Gate 10 daysChallenging Northern Crater Route Starts at Londorossi Gate 9 daysChallenging Lemosho Crater Route Starts at Londorossi Gate

Plan your climb

Trekking equipmentHuts, tents, toilets and a full packing list. AccommodationHotels and lodges in Moshi before and after your climb. Our guidesCertified guides with 100–200+ summits each. Dates & pricesGroup departures and private climbs on your dates.

Mt. Kilimanjaro highlights

Five climate zones, from rainforest to arctic summit, each with its own plants and wildlife.

HighlightsPlants & trees on Kilimanjaro HighlightsBirds of Kilimanjaro HighlightsWildlife on Kilimanjaro National parkMt. Kilimanjaro National Park

Kilimanjaro day trips

Short adventures from Moshi for rest days or travellers short on time.

Full dayKilimanjaro Day Hike Full dayMateruni Waterfalls & Coffee Half to full dayChemka Hot Springs Full dayWest Kilimanjaro Bike Trip