KILIMANJARO MOUNTAIN SAFARI

 

Kilimanjaro is the world’s highest free-standing, snow-covered equatorial mountain.

Now charted and climbed; stories of her resident man-eating spirits are relegated to the realms of folklore.

But Mount Kilimanjaro continues to preserve a mysticism that defies all recent knowledge of her slopes.

Images of the towering snow-covered cone rising majestically from fertile green foothills have become a powerful motif of Tanzania’s extraordinary extremes.

Few could deny a very distinct sense of awe when the cloud clears to reveal a glimpse of the towering peaks, shining bright in the African sun.

Routes up the Mountain

The cloud-swathed peaks of Africa’s highest mountain inspire climbers of all ages and abilities. This magnificent, still partially ice-capped peak crowns fantastically lush volcanic slopes, with plenty of wildlife interest along the lower forest trails. Climbs can be arranged up a variety of different routes, and with various options for accommodation. It is worth having the time to enjoy the climb and acclimatise.

We tend to run trips up the two main, more commonly used routes; Marangu (known as the Coca-Cola route) takes 4 nights (or 5 nights including an extra night of acclimatization), and the quieter Machame Route takes 5 nights (or 6 nights including an extra night of acclimatization). Nearby Mount Meru, Africa’s fifth highest peak, is a 3 or 4 day round trip.

Marangu Route, Kilimanjaro

For those who cannot bear sleeping in a tent or who are planning to climb during the wettest months, the Marangu route remains a good choice. It is, however, very busy, and does not see as much of the mountain as western routes; it is the shortest route up the mountain.

Machame Route, Kilimanjaro

Machame Route, Kilimanjaro
The Machame Route is one of our favourite choices for the best experience of Kilimanjaro. It is popular, but not as crowded as others, and this route has the greatest success rate for reaching the summit. A beautiful, scenic and attainable climb, over a period of 8 days.

MANDARA HUT

HOROMBO HUT

KIBO HUT