Kilimanjaro Treks
Ten route options up the Roof of Africa — pick by duration, difficulty, accommodation style or summit success rate.
Shortest5-Day Marangu Route
The shortest and most affordable Kili summit — the classic "Coca-Cola Route" with dormitory huts.
Hut Sleeping6-Day Marangu Route
Marangu with an essential extra acclimatisation day at Horombo — better summit chances than the 5-day.
Northern Side6-Day Rongai Route
Standard Rongai — Kilimanjaro from the quiet, dry northern side with a Marangu Route descent.
Whiskey Route6-Day Machame Route
The standard Machame — Kilimanjaro's most popular route through five climate zones and the Barranco Wall.
Most Challenging6-Day Umbwe Route
The steepest, most direct path to the summit — for experienced high-altitude trekkers only.
Quietest7-Day Rongai Route
The 7-day Rongai with an extra acclimatisation day at the spectacular Mawenzi Tarn — higher summit success.
Most Popular7-Day Machame Route
The 7-day "Whiskey Route" with a Karanga acclimatisation day — ~85% summit success and our best-seller.
Scenic7-Day Lemosho Route
The most scenic Kili route in seven days — Shira Plateau crossing, Lava Tower and Barranco Wall.
Best Success Rate8-Day Lemosho Route
The Lemosho with two acclimatisation days — ~90% summit success and our premium recommendation.
Highest Success9-Day Northern Circuit
The longest, quietest route — a full 360° around Kilimanjaro with the highest summit success on the mountain (~95%+).
Climb Rates at a Glance
| Route | Days | Style | Price (per person) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marangu | 5 | Huts | $1,510 |
| Marangu | 6 | Huts | $1,670 |
| Rongai | 6 | Tents/Huts | $1,720 |
| Machame | 6 | Tents | $1,720 |
| Umbwe | 6 | Tents | $1,801 |
| Rongai | 7 | Tents/Huts | $1,840 |
| Machame | 7 | Tents | $1,840 |
| Lemosho | 7 | Tents | $1,900 |
| Lemosho | 8 | Tents | $2,150 |
| Northern Circuit | 9 | Tents | $2,410 |
*Additional acclimatisation days available on most routes — please ask.
