Kilimanjaro
Africa's Highest Peak

Africa's Highest Peak

Kilimanjaro
Routes & Climbs

Choose from 8 expert-guided routes to Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Every route is fully supported with KINAPA-licensed guides, full porter team, oxygen, and a 90%+ success rate.

5,895mSummit Altitude
8Route Options
92%Success Rate
$1,685.00Starting Price
About Kilimanjaro

The World's Tallest Free-Standing Mountain

Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the world's Seven Summits and the highest peak in Africa at 5,895 metres above sea level. Unlike other high-altitude summits, Kilimanjaro requires no technical climbing skills - making it accessible to any reasonably fit person willing to train and commit.

The mountain offers eight distinct routes, each with its own character - from the remote wilderness of the Lemosho approach to the classic Machame route with its iconic Barranco Wall. The key to success is choosing the right route for your fitness level and allowing enough days for proper acclimatization.

Mashuba Tours' expert KINAPA-licensed guides have led hundreds of climbers to Uhuru Peak. Our Lemosho 8-day route boasts a 92% success rate - the highest of any operator in the region.

LocationKilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
SummitUhuru Peak - 5,895m
Climbing SeasonYear-round (best Jan - Feb, Jun - Oct)
Technical SkillsNone required
Minimum Age10 years (with guardian)
Permit RequiredYes - included in all packages
All Routes

Choose Your Kilimanjaro Route

Every route reaches the same summit - the right one for you depends on your days available, budget, and preferred experience.

Lemosho Route
Challenging
92% success
Low crowds

Lemosho Route

The Lemosho Route is widely regarded as the most scenic and best-acclimatized route on Kilimanjaro. Approaching from the remote western slopes, trekkers traverse pristine wilderness before joining the Southern Circuit with sweeping panoramic views.

Duration
6D/9N
Altitude
5,895m (19,341 ft) - Uhuru Peak
Max Group
10 pax
Scenery Rating
From
$1,875.00
AcclimatizationScenery
Londorossi GateMweka Gate
Machame Route
Challenging
85% success
Low crowds

Machame Route

The Machame Route offers dramatic scenery, excellent acclimatization, and a real adventure feel through multiple climate zones.

Duration
6D/8N
Altitude
5,895m
Max Group
10 pax
Scenery Rating
From
$1,875.00
AcclimatizationScenery
LondorossiMweka
Rongai Route
Moderate
80% success
Low crowds

Rongai Route

The only route approaching from the north - dry, uncrowded and spectacular. Excellent choice during the rainy season.

Duration
5D/8N
Altitude
5,895m
Max Group
10 pax
Scenery Rating
From
$1,785.00
AcclimatizationScenery
LondorossiMweka
Northern Circuit Route
Challenging
98% success
Low crowds

Northern Circuit Route

The newest and longest route, circling the northern slopes with nearly 360-degree views.

Duration
9D/11N
Altitude
5,895m
Max Group
10 pax
Scenery Rating
From
$2,355.00
AcclimatizationScenery
LondorossiMweka
Marangu Route
Moderate
75% success
Low crowds

Marangu Route

The classic Coca-Cola route - the only route with hut accommodation instead of tents.

Duration
5D/7N
Altitude
5,895m
Max Group
10 pax
Scenery Rating
From
$1,685.00
AcclimatizationScenery
LondorossiMweka
Umbwe Route
Expert
65% success
Low crowds

Umbwe Route

The steepest, most direct and least-traveled route on Kilimanjaro. For fit trekkers only.

Duration
6D/8N
Altitude
5,895m
Max Group
10 pax
Scenery Rating
From
$1,875.00
AcclimatizationScenery
LondorossiMweka
Londorossi Route
Challenging
88% success
Low crowds

Londorossi Route

An extended Lemosho variation with more time in the pristine rainforest.

Duration
6D/8N
Altitude
5,895m
Max Group
10 pax
Scenery Rating
From
$1,995.00
AcclimatizationScenery
LondorossiMweka
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Route Comparison

Compare all routes at a glance to find the best match for your goals.

CategoryLemosho RouteMachame RouteRongai RouteNorthern Circuit RouteMarangu RouteUmbwe RouteLondorossi Route
RouteLemoshoMachameRongaiN. CircuitMaranguUmbweLondorossi
Days6659566
DifficultyChallengingChallengingModerateChallengingModerateExpertChallenging
Success Rate92%85%80%98%75%65%88%
CrowdsLowHighLowLowHighLowLow
Scenery★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
From$1,875.00$1,875.00$1,785.00$2,355.00$1,685.00$1,875.00$1,995.00

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