Step into a world where nature’s wonders unfold before your eyes in the heart of Africa
Difficulty: Moderate.
Duration: 5–6 days.
Distance: ~72 km (45 miles).
Key Features:
The only route with hut accommodation, reducing the need for tents.
Popular and affordable, but with lower success rates due to its shorter itinerary.
Scenic but less varied compared to other routes.
Best For: Budget climbers or those who prefer hut accommodations.
Difficulty: Challenging.
Duration: 6–7 days.
Distance: ~62 km (39 miles).
Key Features:
Known for its scenic beauty, passing through diverse landscapes.
Higher success rates due to better acclimatization opportunities.
Requires camping.
Best For: Adventurers seeking a balance of scenery and challenge.
Difficulty: Moderate to difficult.
Duration: 7–8 days.
Distance: ~70 km (43 miles).
Key Features:
Begins in the western forests and offers stunning views of Shira Plateau.
Low traffic and excellent acclimatization.
A favorite for those seeking a quieter and more scenic climb.
Best For: Photographers and climbers with time for an extended trek.
Difficulty: Moderate.
Duration: 6–7 days.
Distance: ~72 km (45 miles).
Key Features:
The only route approaching from the northern side.
Drier and less crowded, with views of Kenya's landscapes.
Less scenic than southern routes but great for those avoiding rainy seasons.
Best For: Climbers starting during the wet season or seeking a quieter experience.
January to March: Cooler weather and fewer crowds; a chance of snow at the summit.
Best Time to Climb Kilimanjaro
June to October: Warm, dry season and the most popular time to climb.
November and April-May: Rainy seasons with fewer climbers but more challenging conditions.
