Kilimanjaro trekking:
Astride the equator yet permanently snow-capped
at 5895m (19340ft) high, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s
roof top and the world’s highest free standing
mountain which can be climbed by any physically
fit person. John Rebmann, a German missionary, was
one of the first westerners to explore the mountain
in 1841. He announced to the world the existence
of Great Mountain “capped in a glacier”.
Mount Kilimanjaro is composed of
three peaks:
Kibo (5895m)- whose highest peak
is Uhuru Peak
Mawenzi (5150m)- which is a technical
climb -
Shira (3962 m).
Its mass rises 4800 m above a rolling plain that
averages 1000m above sea level. After reaching a
height of 5900m during its last major eruption 360,000
years ago, Kibo has been eroded by glaciers, rivers
and landslides to its present height. It is believed
that Kilimanjaro like its neighbor Mt. Kenya is
loosing glaciers due to global warming.
To avoid altitude sickness and failure, it is important
to acclimatize by ascending slowly and steadily.
It is best to plan a stay at a hotel in Moshi or
Arusha rather than climbing directly after arrival.
Due to the altitude, a minimum of five days is strongly
recommended, however most people do six days for
acclimatization reason, hence higher chance of reaching
the summit!
Mount Kilimanjaro climbing routes (click
on each route for more information):
MARANGU ROUTE:
This route the most popular and easy way up and/or
down. 7 days
MACHAME ROUTE:
A scenic, the most beautiful route, the next most
popular. 8 days
MWEKA ROUTE:
This is the most direct, fastest and steepest route
to the summit.
UMBWE ROUTE:
This route relatively short, steep and scenic. 7
days
LEMOSHO ROUTE:
The most fascinating and scenic Route. 9 days
RONGAI ROUTE:
This route is rarely used, spectacular views over
Masai plains of Kenya. 7 days. For those who like
much more challenging climbing the Summit Circuit
and Mawenzi & the Saddle routes are there to
be trekked! email us for more info together with
the special prices!
Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing
Routes Map:
We do also organize treks to Mt.
Meru, Oldonyo Lengai,
and Mt. Kenya.
Contact us for more details.
