Lemosho Route
- Londorossi Gate (Lemosho trailhead)
- Mountain tents
A scenic, quieter approach from the west, crossing the entire Shira Plateau — often chosen for its excellent acclimatisation.
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Kilimanjaro route
Machame Route
- Machame Gate
- Mountain tents
Kilimanjaro's most popular route: varied scenery, the famous Barranco Wall and a good ‘climb high, sleep low’ acclimatisation profile.
The Machame route climbs from the southern rainforest onto the Shira Plateau, then traverses beneath Kibo's southern ice fields via the Lava Tower and Barranco Valley before the summit push from Barafu Camp.
It is commonly climbed over six or seven days; the longer option allows extra acclimatisation and generally improves the chance of reaching the summit comfortably.
Route highlights
- Rainforest, moorland and alpine desert
- Lava Tower acclimatisation day
- The Barranco Wall scramble
- Sunrise views from Stella Point
Preparing for this route
The Barranco Wall involves a non-technical scramble using hands for balance. Good hiking fitness, broken-in boots and warm layers for the summit night are essential.
Itineraries are a starting point. Final routing, accommodation and pricing are confirmed in your personalised proposal.
Along the route
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Marangu Route
- Marangu Gate
- Mountain huts
The only route with hut accommodation; a steady trail ascending and descending on the same path from the south-east.
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Rongai Route
- Rongai Gate (Nale Moru)
- Mountain tents
The only route from the north, near the Kenyan border — drier, quieter and with a gentle gradient.
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Northern Circuit
- Londorossi Gate (Lemosho trailhead)
- Mountain tents
The longest route, circling the quiet northern slopes of Kibo for outstanding acclimatisation and solitude.
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Umbwe Route
- Umbwe Gate
- Mountain tents
The steepest and most direct route — best for experienced, fit trekkers who have acclimatised beforehand.
View route: Umbwe Route
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