How high is Kilimanjaro?

 This standing along the mountain is standing at 5,895m or 19,340  from sea level. This is the highest free-standing mountain in the world. 

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro Cost 

Climbing Kilimanjaro has two alternatives, you can either go as a group with a fixed departure date or you can opt for private trekking. For Group, costs start from $2500 per person upward however Private climbs vary with the number of climbers and route chosen. Consult Us to arrange for your best trekking at a reasonable rate.

 The best time to climb Kilimanjaro

During the Rain seasons of March to May, it is not a great time to climb Kilimanjaro. Apart from that the rest of the year can offer you success even though dry seasons of July to October are the perfect time which can enable you to extend to Safari holidays. After all, this dry season will give you an opportunity to reach the summit on a clear day and have an amazing view from the highest point in Africa. 

How long does it take to climb Kilimanjaro?

Days to spend on Kilimanjaro, depend on the route chosen and the pace you want. However the more the days the higher the rate of success. The fastest assent can take 4 nights, generally, 6-8 nights is the best option.

Overall mountaineering fitness required?.

Yes, it is possible to summit Kilimanjaro without any previous mountain trekking skills or professional equipment. But still hard to succeed if you are not physically fit, and lack stamina. 

Umbwe Route

The shortest of all routes which you climb directly to the top without diversification. However, the route is considered to be the most difficult from the bottom until you reach the first camp at Umbwe cave. This session is popular for steep slopes and muddy tracks with rough trails. Besides that, the Umbwe route does not offer stages for acclimatization thus makes the success rate to be very low. If you are looking for trekking adventures this is the route for you.

Rongai Route

If you want to experience the true wilderness while climbing Kilimanjaro this is the route for you. This route approaches the summit from the Northern side of the Mount. This route is easier for all routes and suitable for those with less Trekking experience.

Marangu Route.

The oldest route, and is the only route that has huts for accommodation. Being the shortest and cheaper option makes the Marangu route to be more popular than others. Even though the route is shorter but has a lower success rate compared with previous ones. For success, we advise you to take not less than a 6-day itinerary.

Machame route.

The Machame route is another way to the roof of Africa. This route is starting a bit lower attitude as compared to the Lemosho route. Like the later route Machame route offers better acclimatization with a higher summit success rate too.This route is known as Whiskey route  because it is the easiest route ,with over 35% of all Kilimanjaro mountain climbers using this trail.

Each day of your trekking your experience quite distinct ecosystem form tropical rainforest ,Alpine meadows, moorland ,Desert to the snow and Ice at the peak.

Lemosho route.

This is the best route as it offers great acclimation. For the best result, you are advised to trek for 7 or 8 days. This route is known for having higher summiting success rates and awesome scenery.  

• Always let the slowest climber in your group take the lead. Not only will this give them a fair chance to summit, but it’ll also allow other climbers to conserve energy.
• Take plenty of snacks. To retain your energy during climbing make sure you pack a lot of Sugary sweets, biscuits, and energy, and chocolate bars. 
• Make sure to have a lot of high-quality cotton socks. Good socks will protect your feet all the time . Having dry, comfortable socks are more important than having expensive mountain boots.
• You always have to take extra care against wet weather! Make sure you pack very well in such a way that your garments are not caught by cold.
• Plan to spend not less than 6 nights.  The key here, for your success and safety, make sure you spend not less than 6 nights on the mountain.
• Plan to start the climb on a weekday. Monday is the perfect day to start your Trekking. As this  day will keep you  away  from congestion on the routes.
• Approach your climb as you would a marathon, not a sprint. Start climbing slowly, which will help you to reserve energy for the coming days. Starting off quickly will drain your energy so fast that will affect your last days when you will be in need of more energy, cold, and lack oxygen.
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