Mt. kilimanjaro

Climb to the roof of Africa

Add some adventure to your trip by climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa and tallest freestanding mountain in the world, with an altitude of 5,895 meters above sea level. And while the journey to the roof of Africa may be a strenuous 5-7 day climb, trust us, the payoff is well worth it! Mt. Kilimanjaro’s highest point, Uhuru, is the highest peak in Africa from where you can enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime view and see some of the most magnificent wild animals including lions, elephants, rhinoceros, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs and more on your way up. If you’re seeking a physical, mental and spiritual challenge and memories to last a lifetime, strap on your hiking boots!

Types of accommodations:

Light mobile tents set up by porters

While climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, you will be staying in light mobile tents when you stop for the night. The large Eureka tents accommodate up to 2 people and will be set up for you. Porters organize and carry all the gear up the mountain for your group including tents, chairs, cooking equipment, food, water, etc. A lead guide will be in charge of organizing your group’s necessities and will bring along assistant guides, porters and cooks. By the time you get to the campsite, the porters will have set up tents and cooking gear for your group.

Where to go:

There are many routes you can take to reach the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Routes vary in difficulty, scenic beauty and traffic. The least difficult routes are Marangu and Rongai and the longer, more difficult routes are Machame, Shira and Limosho. The longer routes may have more difficult hiking but these will give your body a chance to adjust to the altitude and increase your chances of reaching the summit.

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Best time to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro

The best time to go to Tanzania for climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro is from July to October and from January to March. It is not advisable to go climbing during the rainy season (from March to May and in November).

Climb for a cause

Many people decide to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro for a cause. They get friends and family together to raise money for the cause of their choice, and then make their way to Kilimanjaro’s summit, holding up a flag or a piece of paper with the charity’s name on it when they get there. Feel free to select the charity of your choice, or we can also suggest a local Tanzanian charity that you can raise money for.

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