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.
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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.
Rongai approaches Kilimanjaro from the north. The landscape is wilder and drier than on the southern routes, and the trail usually sees fewer climbers.
It is commonly climbed over six or seven days and descends via the Marangu route, giving you views of both sides of the mountain.
Route highlights
- Quiet northern wilderness
- Often drier during the rainy seasons
- Views towards Kenya's plains
- Descent through a different side of the mountain
Preparing for this route
A good option for steady walkers who prefer a gentler gradient. The summit night is still long and cold.
Itineraries are a starting point. Final routing, accommodation and pricing are confirmed in your personalised proposal.
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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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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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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.
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