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Mount Kilimanjaro

Known as "The Roof of Africa"


The famous Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895 metres above sea level) is the tallest mountain on the African continent and the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Which makes it the 4th most topographically prominent peak in the world, after Mount Everest, Aconcagua, and Denali.

Kilimanjaro

Hiking Routes

Marangu Route

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The Marangu route is known as the “Coca Cola route” and is one of the most popular routes leading to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Many hikers believe that Marangu route is the easiest route to Uhuru peak, since it is the route which can be hiked in 5 days (making it lower budget option).

Lemosho Route

It is a very beautiful and unspoilt route and its route comes with an armed ranger on the first day of the trek. As the forests around the Lemosho Glades are inhabited with buffalo, elephant and other wildlife. Its possible you get a glimpse of them along your trek.

Lemosho route is one of the quieter routes up Kilimanjaro, this advantage however disappears when the route combines with the Machame route on the 3rd day of the hike.

Machame Route

The Machame route is also known as the “Wiskey route” and most popular and successful route leading to the summit of Kilimanjaro. The Machame route is considered a difficult route, and is better suited for more adventurous trekkers and those with some hiking or backpacking experience. Because of the longer hiking hours and the steeper trails compare with the Marangu route.

Rongai Route

Also known as the “Fanta route” is one of the easiest routes and the success rate is very high. The route starts on the north side of the mountain at the south of the Kenyan border, and is one of the least travelled routes. The premier advantage of this route is that the climbers will see the mountain from many different viewpoint because they will descent on the south eastern side of the mountain.

Umbwe Route

Known for its caves, the first night you actually sleep at the Umbwe Cave Camp with two more caves that can be visited en route the following day. Umbwe route is one of the shortest routes but more steep then Machame route, to the Southern Glaciers and the Western Breach. It is probably one of the most scenic, non-technical routes on Kilimanjaro.

The Northern circuit

Is the area that connects the northern side of Kilimanjaro with the western side. The area is pristine with great views and very few hikers. On special request, can we arrange to include the Northern circuit in your hike, as follows:
Start the hike on the Rongai route and instead of heading east towards Mawenzi peak, head west towards the Shira plateau where you connect with the Machame route, attempt the summit from the Barafu camp and descend via Mweka route.

Trekking Notes

Packing List

What should you wear on Kilimanjaro? What equipment do you need? You must remember that you are going to experience a wide variety of different conditions on your climb, as you transcend various ecosystems and rise to nearly 6,000 metres. When it comes to clothing, the key word is ‘layering’: you should take several breathable layers that ‘wick’ moisture – that is, take the sweat away from your body. Taking several layers will give you the maximum flexibility to adapt to the changing temperatures as you climb

TECHNICAL GEAR

  • This small pack will let you carry personal items such as your camera, phone, suncream, sunglasses, water, snacks etc

  • Make sure your main bag, which will be carried by the porters, is waterproof. Use separate plastic bags to compartmentalise your gear and provide extra waterproofing

  • A four-season sleeping bag is essential, and a fleece sleeping bag liner provides extra comfort and warmth

  • Very useful for Kilimanjaro, especially for summit day and generally for descent. 95% of accidents happen on the descent

  • As the campsites are not on totally level ground, a camp pillow is a good thing to have


TECHNICAL CLOTHING

  • Essential, as weather can be unpredictable in any season. Makes sure this outer garment is large enough to put over multiple layers of clothing

  • To keep you dry in light and moderate rain. Best if this garment has a durable, water-repellent outer layer

  • The moisture-wicking qualities will ensure that your shirts can be dried quickly, should they get wet

  • The moisture-wicking qualities will ensure that your shirts can be dried quickly, should they get wet

  • These are useful, not just against the rain, but also against the wind

  • Two pairs of these quick-drying, convertible garments are recommended.

  • These are ideal for use when you are in camp, but also as an extra layer on summit night

  • These can be useful in the warmer temperatures at lower altitudes

  • Again, these can be useful in camp, or for ‘layering’ on summit night/

  • Easy-to-dry versions are best; bring one pair for every two days

  • These are comfortable when walking. Easy-to-dry fabric is recommended


FOOT WEAR

  • Boots should provide good ankle support, especially important for the descent from the summit in loose scree

  • 4 pairs should be enough (you can ‘rotate’) but include an extra-thick woollen pair for summit night

  • These can be useful in muddy sections and when walking on the summit screen

  • Light, comfortable trainer/tennis shoes are great for wearing in the camp

  • Crampons are useful when walking on slippy glaciers


HAND WEAR

  • A pair of good, waterproof ski-gloves is particularly useful at high altitudes and the summit attempt

  • A lighter pair of thinner gloves can assist by providing extra grip on rocky sections


HEAD WEAR

  • This type of hat, with a brim, will protect against the strong sun

  • A knotted hat will keep hikers warm, especially useful at camp

  • A balaclave or buff protects against the cold wind and dust. Very useful on summit night

  • A scarf (or buff) protects against the cold wind and dust. Very useful on summit night


Suggested

Itineraries

8 Days
Machame Route

8 Days
Marangu Route

9 Days
Lemosho Route

9 Days
Umbwe Route

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