Climb the Best Routes on Mount Kilimanjaro
The
Marangu ("Coca Cola") and Machame ("Whiskey") routes
are used by the vast majority of visitors on Mount Kilimanjaro. Despite
their popularity, these are not the prime routes on the Kilimanjaro.
These routes receive far too much traffic to provide any tranquility on the mountain, and do not offer the best views. Therefore, we avoid organizing climbs on the highly trafficked, poorer quality routes.
We have chosen the best routes to fit any skill level.
Whether it is your first time trekking or whether you have climbed dozens of peaks, we have a route for you. For an unrivaled experience on Mount Kilimanjaro, select the route that best suits you- and maximize your comfort, enjoyment, and chance of success.
We offer the quieter, lesser traveled camping routes of Shira and Classic Rongai, and the most innovative routes on Kilimanjaro -- the NEW Rongai South Summit and the Northern Circuit.
You won't find these exciting routes offered anywhere else!
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Classic Rongai: This 6-day climb begins at the remote, northern side of Kilimanjaro, near the Kenyan border. We hike through a true wilderness area towards the jagged Mawenzi Peak, then cross a barren desert saddle, before climbing up Kibo's eastern crater wall. The Rongai route is a more gradual ascent, and is therefore preferred by those with little or no backpacking experience, but is equally enjoyable for even the most hardened trekkers. Total trip duration is 8 days. |
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Rongai South Summit (NEW): This 7-day climb begins on the northern side of Kilimanjaro, just like Classic Rongai. However, after we pass under the jagged Mawenzi Peak, we drop down to the southern side of the mountain before summiting from Barafu Hut. This highly recommended variation of the Rongai route incorporates the climb high/sleep low principle of altitude acclimatization while adding an extra day on the mountain, improving summit success rates. Total trip duration is 9 days. |
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Shira Route: This 8-day climb approaches Kilimanjaro from the west. A 4x4 vehicle transports us through a rich, lush rainforest until we arrive at the ridge of the Shira Plateau, where our expedition begins. We trek across an alpine plateau and traverse the great Southern Icefield, before summiting from Barafu Hut. The Shira route is ideal for those with backpacking experience and those seeking a more challenging adventure. Total trip duration is 10 days. |
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Northern Circuit (NEW): This 9-day climb is the most amazing journey on Kilimanjaro. Starting at the north, this route traverses nearly the entire mountain before the summit push. This is absolutely the most scenic path available and has almost no traffic on its northern face. Become one of the first to enjoy the Northern Circuit's tranquility and stunning panoramic scenery. If you want something different, this is your route. Total trip duration is 11 days. |
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If you would like to climb another route, variations of these routes, and/or select a custom date, contact us at info@peakplanet.com to arrange a private climb. |
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Group Climbs
Classic Rongai
Quiet and remote, this 8-day trip is preferred due to its gradual ascent and unspoiled wilderness.
Rongai South Summit
This 9-day trip approaches the summit from the south and has a preferred acclimatization profile.
Shira Route
Spectacularly scenic, this difficult 10-day trip is for those seeking a more challenging adventure.
Northern Circuit
Traversing nearly the entire mountain, this 11-day trip is the most amazing journey on Kilimanjaro.
