The Lemosho route can be done in as little as 7 days (6 nights) on the mountain. However, it is ideally tackled over eight days (seven nights) for a better altitude acclimatization schedule. Access to the trail begins with a long drive from Moshi or Arusha to Londorossi Gate. This can take three to four hours.

Conquering Kilimanjaro is the ultimate adventure on every trekker’s bucket list; reaching the summit of Africa’s highest peak and watching the sunrise from the top of the world’s tallest freestanding mountain.

Often nicknamed the “Coca Cola” route for its popularity, the Marangu Route is the only Kilimanjaro route that uses the same path up and down, adding to the frustration of those trying to ascend and descend in the same space? The “Coca Cola” moniker also refers to the fact that the

The Lemosho route can be done in as little as six days (five nights) on the mountain. However, it is ideally tackled over eight days (seven nights) for a better altitude acclimatization schedule. Access to the trail begins with a long drive from Moshi or Arusha to Londorossi Gate. This can take three to four hours.

The northern Rongai route offers a relatively “easy” climb, a high success rate, a gradual and steady ascent, plus wildlife watching in the wilderness. The main draw of this Kilimanjaro route is the chance to get away from the crowds, so you can enjoy the incredible scenery. The six-day route via Mawenzi Tarn staying in well-staggered camps also means you’ll have more time to acclimatize and less risk of altitude sickness.

The most demanding, steep and exposed Kilimanjaro route, the Umbwe Route is arguably also the most spectacular in terms of scenery. However, this is only a real option for highly experienced climbers, due to the difficulty of the trails.

Shira route follows the Machame route up Mount Kilimanjaro, but with one big difference, the first day catapults you into some serious altitude. The first leg of the trek is via a road, which makes the most sense to drive along in order to conserve time and energy, but this means a leap to 3,500 metres.