best route to climb Mt kiliman

Safari summary

The best route to climb Mount Kilimanjaro depends on various factors such as your level of fitness, experience in high-altitude trekking, the number of days you want to spend on the mountain, and the scenic preferences you have. Kilimanjaro offers several routes, each with its own characteristics. Here are some popular routes and are the best to climb mt Kilimanjaro.

Machame Route (Whiskey Route): This is one of the most scenic routes and is known for its beauty. It's a bit more challenging than some other routes but allows for better acclimatization due to its gradual ascent.

Marangu Route (Coca-Cola Route): This is often considered the easiest route, with hut accommodations along the way. It's a shorter route, but the ascent is steeper, potentially impacting acclimatization.

Lemosho Route: This route is known for its beauty and fewer crowds. It offers diverse scenery and better acclimatization due to its longer duration. It often merges with the Machame Route.

Rongai Route: This is the only route that starts from the north side of the mountain. It's generally less crowded and offers a different perspective of the mountain.

Northern Circuit Route: This is the longest route and also the newest. It offers excellent acclimatization opportunities and breathtaking scenery, circling around the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking | trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• Airport transfers
• All drinks
• Meals

What’s not included?

• Alcoholic beverages
• Internal flights
• International flights
• Laundry
• Park fees
• Premium alcoholic beverages
• Tips and gratuities
• Visas