Kilimanjaro trekking
Climb Kilimanjaro, the roof of Africa
Three carefully chosen routes, safe acclimatisation and licensed guides — join a group or climb privately.
Choose your route
We start with three routes that give good acclimatisation. Other routes can be arranged on request.
8 days · Challenging
Lemosho Route
Our recommended route: a quiet western start, wide views across the Shira Plateau and an unhurried, well-acclimatised summit approach.
from $2,945 USD pp · park fees included
Route details7 days · Challenging
Machame Route
Kilimanjaro's most popular route: varied and scenic, with a well-proven acclimatisation profile on seven days.
from $2,575 USD pp · park fees included
Route details7 days · Moderate to challenging
Rongai Route
The only route from the north: quieter, drier and gentler, with a beautiful night beneath Mawenzi.
from $2,620 USD pp · park fees included
Route details| Route | Days | Join a group | Private (2) | Difficulty | Start | Acclimatisation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemosho Route | 8 | $2,945 | $3,170 | Challenging | Londorossi Gate (Lemosho trailhead) | Very good — gradual ascent with a 'climb high, sleep low' day via Lava Tower and eight days on the mountain. |
| Machame Route | 7 | $2,575 | $2,770 | Challenging | Machame Gate | Good on the 7-day version, with a 'climb high, sleep low' day via Lava Tower. The 6-day version is not recommended. |
| Rongai Route | 7 | $2,620 | $2,840 | Moderate to challenging | Nale Moru / Rongai Gate (north-east) | Good on seven days, with a night at Mawenzi Tarn. Gentler gradients but less 'climb high, sleep low' than Lemosho or Machame. |
Join a group
Group departure calendar
Join other climbers on a scheduled date. Filter by route, month, price and availability.
Group departure dates are being scheduled
We publish dates only once they are approved by our operations team. Tell us when you would like to climb and we'll match you with other climbers or open a new departure.
Statuses: Open for enquiries — date proposed, not yet scheduled · Scheduled — awaiting operator confirmation · Confirmed — approved by our operations team · Fully booked. Deposits, group limits and cancellation terms are set out in your booking confirmation.
Join a group
Climb on a scheduled date with other travellers. You share the crew and the experience — ideal for solo travellers and small parties.
See the departure calendarPrivate climb
Your own dates, route and crew — for couples, friends, families, charity groups and teams. We plan the pace around you.
Request a private climbSafety first
- • Altitude sickness can affect anyone, regardless of fitness. Ascend slowly, drink plenty and tell your guide about any symptoms.
- • Your guides check your health twice a day and can stop the ascent for your safety. Their decision is final.
- • Severe symptoms mean immediate descent — the most effective treatment.
- • Consult your doctor before booking, especially about heart, lung or blood-pressure conditions and altitude medication.
- • All climbs operate under current Kilimanjaro National Park (KINAPA) regulations with licensed guides.
Combine with a safari or Zanzibar
Many climbers rest their legs on safari afterwards. Our short cultural safari or a Ngorongoro trip fits perfectly after the descent.