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Mount Kilimanjaro

Tanzania | 5,895m / 19,341ft | Africa's Highest Peak

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Elevation

5,895m / 19,341ft

Location

Northern Tanzania

Duration

5-9 Days

Summit Temp

-7ยฐC to -29ยฐC

Routes

3 Main Routes

Success Rate

Up to 95%

Marangu Route

The "Coca-Cola" Route

Moderate
5-6 Days
Shortest route
Hut Accommodation
Only route with huts
From $1,760
per person
85% Success
5-day option

The oldest and most established route on Kilimanjaro, Marangu is the only route with dormitory-style hut accommodation. Known as the "Coca-Cola" route, it offers a relatively gentle gradient but has lower success rates due to shorter acclimatization time. Recommended with the 6-day option for better acclimatization.

Pricing Options

6 Days
2 - 4 Pax
$1,985
per person
6 Days
4 - 7 Pax
$1,960
per person
5 Days
2 - 4 Pax
$1,795
per person
5 Days
4 - 7 Pax
$1,760
per person

Perks

  • Only route with hut accommodation
  • Most affordable option
  • Gradual ascent profile
  • Same route up and down

5-Day Itinerary Overview

Day 1Marangu Gate (1,860m) โ†’ Mandara Hut (2,700m) | 8km, 4-5 hrs
Day 2Mandara Hut โ†’ Horombo Hut (3,720m) | 12km, 6-8 hrs
Day 3Horombo Hut โ†’ Kibo Hut (4,703m) | 10km, 6-8 hrs
Day 4Kibo Hut โ†’ Uhuru Peak (5,895m) โ†’ Horombo Hut | Summit night!
Day 5Horombo Hut โ†’ Marangu Gate | 18km, 5-7 hrs descent
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Machame Route

The "Whiskey" Route - Most Popular

Challenging
6-7 Days
Recommended 7 days
Camping
Tent accommodation
From $2,055
per person
90-93% Success
7-day option

The most popular route on Kilimanjaro, Machame offers stunning scenery through five diverse climatic zones. Known as the "Whiskey" route, it's more challenging than Marangu but provides better acclimatization with its "climb high, sleep low" profile. The 7-day option is highly recommended for best success rates.

Pricing Options

7 Days
2 - 4 Pax
$2,265
per person
7 Days
4 - 7 Pax
$2,215
per person
6 Days
2 - 6 Pax
$2,090
per person
6 Days
4 - 7 Pax
$2,055
per person

Perks

  • Excellent acclimatization profile
  • Stunning scenic variety
  • High success rate on 7-day
  • Good value for money

7-Day Itinerary Overview

Day 1Machame Gate (1,800m) โ†’ Machame Camp (2,835m) | 11km, 5-7 hrs
Day 2Machame Camp โ†’ Shira Camp (3,750m) | 5km, 4-6 hrs
Day 3Shira Camp โ†’ Lava Tower (4,630m) โ†’ Barranco Camp (3,960m) | 10km, 6-8 hrs
Day 4Barranco Camp โ†’ Karanga Camp (4,035m) via Barranco Wall | 5km, 4-5 hrs
Day 5Karanga Camp โ†’ Barafu Camp (4,640m) | 4km, 4-5 hrs
Day 6Barafu Camp โ†’ Uhuru Peak (5,895m) โ†’ Mweka Camp (3,080m) | Summit night!
Day 7Mweka Camp โ†’ Mweka Gate (1,640m) | 10km, 3-4 hrs descent
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Lemosho Route

The Most Scenic Route

Moderate
7-8 Days
Recommended 8 days
Camping
Tent accommodation
From $2,235
per person
93-95% Success
8-day option

Widely considered the most beautiful route on Kilimanjaro, Lemosho approaches from the west and offers panoramic vistas, abundant wildlife on the first day, and excellent acclimatization. The 8-day option provides the highest success rates. Perfect for photographers and those wanting a quieter experience.

Pricing Options

8 Days
2 - 4 Pax
$2,495
per person
8 Days
5 - 7 Pax
$2,430
per person
7 Days
2 - 4 Pax
$2,285
per person
7 Days
4 - 7 Pax
$2,235
per person

Perks

  • Most scenic and beautiful route
  • Excellent wildlife viewing Day 1
  • Highest success rates
  • Less crowded than Machame

8-Day Itinerary Overview

Day 1Londorossi Gate (2,100m) โ†’ Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820m) | 6km, 3-4 hrs
Day 2Mti Mkubwa โ†’ Shira 1 Camp (3,500m) | 8km, 5-6 hrs
Day 3Shira 1 โ†’ Shira 2 Camp (3,850m) | 7km, 4-5 hrs
Day 4Shira 2 โ†’ Lava Tower (4,630m) โ†’ Barranco Camp (3,960m) | 10km, 6-8 hrs
Day 5Barranco Camp โ†’ Karanga Camp (4,035m) | 5km, 4-5 hrs
Day 6Karanga โ†’ Barafu Camp (4,640m) | 4km, 4-5 hrs
Day 7Barafu โ†’ Uhuru Peak (5,895m) โ†’ Mweka Camp (3,080m) | Summit night!
Day 8Mweka Camp โ†’ Mweka Gate (1,640m) | 10km, 3-4 hrs
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