Climb Kilimanjaro
Climbing Kilimanjaro is the experience of a lifetime. Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and the world’s highest free-standing mountain
An experience of a lifetime
Rising 5,895 metres above sea level, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain and one of the world’s great adventure journeys. From tropical rainforest to alpine desert and finally the summit of Uhuru Peak, every stage of the climb brings a completely different landscape.
We’ll help you understand the routes, choose the right itinerary and shape your climb around your time, budget and travel style.
Best Kilimanjaro Routes
LEMOSHO REMOTE
Scenic, gradual and excellent for acclimatization. Offers 6–8 day treks with stunning views across the Shira Plateau and a high summit success rate.
Pros: Great acclimatization · Scenic · High summit success
Cons: Busier in peak season · More expensive
MACHAME ROUTE
Scenic and diverse, taking you from rainforest to alpine desert. Offers 6–7 day treks, with the 7-day option providing better acclimatization.
Pros: Varied landscapes · Good acclimatization on 7-day route
Cons: Can be crowded in peak season · 6-day route has less acclimatization time
MARANGU ROUTE
The most straightforward route, with dormitory-style mountain huts instead of tents. Offers 5–6 day treks from the eastern side of Kilimanjaro.
Pros: Hut accommodation · More affordable
Cons: Same trail for ascent and descent · Shorter routes mean less acclimatization time
RONGAI ROUTE
A quieter, drier route approaching Kilimanjaro from the north, making it a good choice for rainy-season climbs. Offers 6–7 day treks with diverse scenery.
Pros: Less crowded · Drier conditions · Unique northern scenery
Cons: Longer drive to the trailhead · 6-day route has less acclimatization time
Kilimanjaro Itinerary
You’ve decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, now comes the exciting part: choosing your route to the summit.
There are seven main routes up Africa’s highest peak. One approaches from the north, while the other six begin on the mountain’s southern side. Each offers a different mix of scenery, pace, challenge, and chance to acclimatize.
Savannah & Summit offers itineraries for every Kilimanjaro route. The question is: which one feels right for your adventure?
