Uhuru Peak is the highest of 3 summit points on Kilimanjaro, which include Stella Point, Gillman’s Point and Uhuru Peak. The mountain peak is situated on Kibo’s volcanic cone and is often approached at night from 3 base camps: Barafu Camp, Kibo Hut and Crater Camp. Even though the summit offers breathtaking views of Mawenzi...Read More

The Rongai route is 1 out of 7 Kilimanjaro routes, which boasts a summit success rate of roughly 80% and covers a hiking distance of nearly 81 kilometers (approximately 50 miles), as indicated in the 1:10,000 scale map below. Unlike the 5-day Marangu, the 6-day Umbwe, the 7-day Machame or the 8-day Lemosho routes, the...Read More

In 2023, the Marangu Route is ranked 7th out of 7 Kilimanjaro routes and has a difficulty scale of nearly 1 climbing grade (Yosemite Decimal System), a hiking distance of roughly 82 kilometers (50 miles) and summit success rates of approximately 42%, on a 5-day hiking schedule, and an improved 56%, covered over a 6-day...Read More

Compare 6-day Machame tours & realize a 73% Kilimanjaro summit guarantee when you hike this 6 day Machame route itinerary. This especially applies if you’re under 30 years of age and have no experience trekking at high altitudes. Request Trekking DatesCompare & get the best Mount Kilimanjaro trekking dates for your expedition. Details Itinerary Lodging...Read More

Compare 7-day Machame route itineraries & realize an 85% summit guarantee on this 7-day Kilimanjaro Hiking program. This especially applies if you’re under 30 years of age and have no experience hiking at high altitudes. Request Trekking DatesCompare & get the best Kilimanjaro trekking dates for your expedition. Details Itinerary Lodging Map FAQs Hiking Difficulty:...Read More

Climbing Kilimanjaro can be a bit tricky if you’re new to high altitudes, outdoor camping, and long marathons. That’s because many hikers attempting Mount Kilimanjaro suffer from altitude sickness, fatigue and a lack of sleep. This is often due to poor acclimatization opportunities and a lack of physical recovery after hikes. More importantly, not knowing...Read More

The Umbwe route is a challenging and less frequented way to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. Despite being the most direct route to the summit, it is also the steepest and shortest, requiring exceptional physical fitness and prior experience in high-altitude trekking. The route begins at the Umbwe gate, south of the...Read More

The Northern Circuit route is an extension of the Lemosho trail and is currently the best performing route on Mount Kilimanjaro. That’s mainly due to the route’s short hiking intervals and gradual ascents. This means you’ll get plenty of room to acclimatize during the trek, which will help prevent altitude sickness and improve your chances...Read More

The Machame route ranks third in overall performance but is the most popular route on Mount Kilimanjaro. That’s mainly due to the route’s affordable costs, in addition to its good acclimatization opportunities and gradual ascents. Just like the Lemosho trail, the Machame route is also known for its beautiful scenery, diverse landscapes and relatively high...Read More

The Lemosho route is the second best performing route on Mount Kilimanjaro and has the most scenic viewpoints compared to other trails on the mountain. (1) Since the route is less crowded, on the first two days of the ascent, you’ll get to experience and immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of its natural surroundings,...Read More