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Trekking Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro trekking is an adventure of a lifetime. It is not only about reaching the highest point of Africa (5,895 m/19,341 f) - your Kilimanjaro trekking adventure entails stunning vistas, virgin jungles, amazing wildlife and outdoor experiences.

Trekking Mt Kilimanjaro is an ideal activity for a memorable family vacation, meeting of old friends, a celebration of your graduation, teambuilding and hundreds of other events. Its magnificent slopes are an excellent source of inspiration for creative professionals. Anyone in need of unwinding in nature is welcome here.

Altezza Travel is the No1 wildlife adventures outfitter in Tanzania. With profound environmental ethics in mind, we will make your Kilimanjaro trekking adventure genuinely immersive, safe and comfortable. Click here to know more about Kilimanjaro trek routes and the best season for climbing.

Kilimanjaro Trekking Routes

Trekking Mt Kilimanjaro is allowed by one of the six official routes, designated by the tourism authorities of Tanzania to make sure that the future generations will enjoy the grandeur and beauty of Kilimanjaro wildlife. Off-route trekking is strictly prohibited and severely punishable because of that policy.

Recommended Routes:

For climbing novices (for whom Mount Kilimanjaro trek is a first time mountaineering experience) - Lemosho and Rongai programs;
For beginners (those, who have some experience) - Northern Circuit Route and Machame programs;
For experienced hikers - Marangu and Umbwe programs;

All routes feature camping accommodation. The only exception is Marangu route, where the climbers stay in shared huts.

Our favorite route, this trail begins on the picturesque western side of Kilimanjaro and offers stunning views of Shira Plateau.

6-8 day climbing

+ 2 days in a hotel

Lemosho route

Featuring captivating scenic vistas, pristine wildlife, excellent acclimatization opportunities and low traffic of climbers, Lemosho is our personal first favorite for reaching the roof of Africa.

After a 4-hour long drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate you'll find yourself on the western slope of Mt Kilimanjaro, from there the ...

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from $2043

Approaching Kilimanjaro from the north, the Rongai route is a great way to explore the less- travelled paths on Kilimanjaro.

6-7 day climbing

+ 2 days in a hotel

Rongai route

Rongai is the only of routes of Kilimanjaro starting on the northern slope of the mount. Though this part of the Mountain is rarely visited by hikers, it is not less interesting than the popular southern and western slopes. We recommend Rongai to all those who like reclusive hiking experiences.

Getting to the trailhead - Nalemu...

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from $2062

The second most popular climb onKilimanjaro, Machame route boasts excellent acclimatization and great views.

6-7 day climbing

+ 2 days in a hotel

Machame route

The second most popular option among the climbers is the Machame route, also known as “the Whiskey Route”. This route offers a wide variety of views, landscapes and experiences. The starting point of the route, Machame Gate, is only a 20-minute drive from Aishi Machame Hotel. Located on the southern slope of Mt Kilimanjaro, Machame Gate ...

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from $1988

The newest route on Kilimanjaro offers great acclimatization and amazing views on the northern slopes of the Mountain.

8 day climbing

+ 2 days in a hotel

Northern Circuit

The longest and the newest route on Mount Kilimanjaro, Northern Circuit, is known for excellent acclimatization and breathtaking views of the Kilimanjaro northern slopes. For the present moment a very limited number of travelers have set foot on this trail, and the route is hardly ever crowded.

It is recommended to those who en...

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from $2668

The shortest, steepest and most challenging trail on Mt Kilimanjaro. Recommended for the seasoned travellers.

6 day climbing

+ 2 days in a hotel

Umbwe route

Daring experienced climbers seeking adventure and challenge will find just what they want on Umbwe. A short steep climb traversing all the climate zones - from tropical rainforest to eternal ice - will put your strength and endurance to the test. Like no other route on Kilimanjaro Umbwe gives a sense of achievement to those who reach the sum...

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from $2008

The most popular route on Kilimanjaro and the only route offering accomodation in huts.

5-6 day climbing

+ 2 days in a hotel

Marangu route

Marangu or “Coca-Cola” route is the best route to Kilimanjaro today. It is the only route where overnight stays are in huts. This makes Marangu a good option for hiking during the rainy season.

The route takes its start at the south-east of Mt Kilimanjaro. The entrance to the route, Marangu Gate, is quite close to our clim...

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Kilimanjaro Trek Tours

Below you will find our scheduled Kilimanjaro tour trek expeditions. You can join any of them. All departures are guaranteed. If you are looking for a private expedition with us, contact our experts at office@altezza.travel.

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Climbing Kilimanjaro Information

Trek Kilimanjaro: the best time to visit
Trek Kilimanjaro: the best time to visit

In contrast to other popular mountaineering destinations, you may climb Kilimanjaro trek expeditions are available all year round, however there April-May (“the big rainy season”) and November (“the small rainy season”) are rainy months in Tanzania. At the same time, they feature two great advantages:
1. The number of other climbers on the Mount Kilimanjaro is minimal;
2. The wildlife is booming in the rainy season;
At the same time, Lemosho and Northern Circuit Route are the least frequented routes throughout the whole year. Therefore you should not specifically focus on the rainy seasons if you prefer a seclusive Mt. Kilimanjaro trek. Opting for Lemosho and Norther Circuit routes is always a good alternative.

See our Kilimanjaro trek best time of year article for further insights.
Mt. Kilimanjaro Weather

Mt. Kilimanjaro Weather

Mt Kilimanjaro weather follows its temperature pattern. Because the Mount Kilimanjaro has five distinct climatic zones, the temperature here varies from “tropical heat” (+20⁰C-25⁰C) at the onset of your trek to “arctic cold” in the summit camps. Trekking up to Uhuru Peak you the difference in temperatures will be noticeable.

If your friends are trekking Mt. Kilimanjaro right now, you may check the weather on Mt Kilimanjaro today through this link.
Mt. Kilimanjaro Temperature

Mt. Kilimanjaro Temperature

The Mount features different temperature regimes. Starting from +20-25⁰C (68-77F) at the lower camps, the temperature gradually decreases to -10-15⁰C (50-59F) in the Mt. Kilimanjaro snow area.

Make sure to check your Kilimanjaro trekking expedition packing list to ensure that you have adequate protection against both scorching equatorial sun and arctic coldness.

Trek Kilimanjaro: the best time to visit

In contrast to other popular mountaineering destinations, you may climb Kilimanjaro trek expeditions are available all year round, however there April-May (“the big rainy season”) and November (“the small rainy season”) are rainy months in Tanzania. At the same time, they feature two great advantages:

The number of other climbers on the Mount Kilimanjaro is minimal;
The wildlife is booming in the rainy season;

At the same time, Lemosho and Northern Circuit Route are the least frequented routes throughout the whole year. Therefore you should not specifically focus on the rainy seasons if you prefer a seclusive Mt. Kilimanjaro trek. Opting for Lemosho and Norther Circuit routes is always a good alternative.

See our Kilimanjaro trek best time of year article for further insights.

Mt. Kilimanjaro Weather

Mt Kilimanjaro weather follows its temperature pattern. Because the Mount Kilimanjaro has five distinct climatic zones, the temperature here varies from “tropical heat” (+20⁰C-25⁰C) at the onset of your trek to “arctic cold” in the summit camps. Trekking up to Uhuru Peak you the difference in temperatures will be noticeable.

If your friends are trekking Mt. Kilimanjaro right now, you may check the weather on Mt Kilimanjaro today through this link.

Mt. Kilimanjaro Temperature

The Mount features different temperature regimes. Starting from +20-25⁰C (68-77F) at the lower camps, the temperature gradually decreases to -10-15⁰C (50-59F) in the Mt. Kilimanjaro snow area.

Make sure to check your Kilimanjaro trekking expedition packing list to ensure that you have adequate protection against both scorching equatorial sun and arctic coldness.

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Thoroughly recommended

Richard K

We were very happy with the support provided during the trek and I feel that the local mountain crew did everything they could to make the trek a success. The attitude of the crew was professional, the food provided was first rate and every day we were monitored for blood oxygen level and pulse rate. The pre-trek hotel used at Aishi is an idyllic oasis of calm on the edge of the forest and we had equipment check and briefing lecture so that as little as possible was left to chance to ensure a memorable experience.

An unforgettable experience

Bookyourwellness

An unforgettable experience For some years it was high on my list to go with my daughter (12 years old) travelling, to let her see elephants in the wild. This year was the year, we went to Tanzania with Altezza Travel to Tanzania and it was an unforgettable experience. For me to see how my daughter is experiencing her great adventure, I will never forget it and I am very grateful for having these memories now. I booked a private safari of 4 days, Simon was our guide and driver, we were fortunate to be in his company, we not only enjoyed his professionality but also we had a very good time together and I thank him very much for giving us this experience! We visited 3 parks; Tarangire National Park, were we saw elephants for the first time! Ngorongoro Conservation Area (which is inside an unactive volcano) and Serengeti National Park, here my daughter also celebrated her 12th birthday at The Sound of Silence, at diner the entire Sound of Silence team came singing and dancing for her, you should see her face! Unforgettable!!! Thank you, Jan (owner) and your entire team, for such a hart warming birthday celebration!! After the Serengeti back on the East African Highway for an African massage (because according to Simon, it is the worst highway in Tanzania, it is a very long dirt road), were we spent our last night at Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge. The next day we continued our journey to Zanzibar for more amazing experiences. Thank you very much Altezza, Anastasia, Ana and Simon for giving us such a wonderful, everlasting experience,

Great experience climbing Kili

GLD5959

We completed the Kili climb with Altezza which we'd highly recommend. They were very professional and had our safety and goals in mind the entire trip. The climb was very organized, they communicated with us each step of the climb. Our guides Victor, Peter, Amos, and Joseph were very very knowledgeable and helpful. They got us to the summit on a beautiful morning safely and made the experience more than we anticipated. The whole team was committed to our success. We would definetly recommend Altezza if you plan on making the climb. And we'd recommend climbing Kili its a really cool experience.

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