Climbing Kilimanjaro is adventurous for hikers around the world as they get to Uhuru Peak. Climbing Kilimanjaro offers the best hiking Trekking Tours to all travelers on Trekking expedition along Mountain Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. These trekking expeditions are ideal for all travelers on safari vacation in Tanzania and can include other experiences like wildlife safaris in Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater.
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is an exceptional adventure to do as you hike to the highest point along the Mountain Uhuru Peak elevated (5,895 m) making it the highest point in Africa hence the tallest free-standing mountain in the world. The Mountain is situated in the Northern Park of Tanzania close to the border of Kenya and a dormant stratovolcano with three major peaks i.e Kibo (highest), Mawenzi and Shira. Uhuru Peak on the Kibo Rim.
Climbing Routes along Mountain Kilimanjaro
Mountain Kilimanjaro can be climbed following various routes each with different scenery, difficulty and success rates These are chosen according to the preferences of the travelers or hikers and they include;
Machame Route which takes you a period of 6 to 7 Days to accomplish following along moderate to hard to achieve trails. It is famous with great scenic views. It is also referred to as the whiskey Route.
Marangu Route takes a period of 5 to 6 Days to finish. It is moderate requiring hikers to be physically fit to get to the top of the mountain. It is also called the coca cola route with hut accommodation in which hikers spend their nights.
Lemosho route is another route to follow to the Uhuru Peak and takes you a period of 7 to 8 Days hence one of the longest routes hikers take. The hike is challenging but rewarding. It is beautiful and less crowded offering the highest success rates.
Rongai Route is exceptional to follow to get to Uhuru Peak. This takes a period of 6 to 7 Days to finish. It is a moderate hike for all adventurers and is dry, quieter hence ideal for travelers interested in less crowded hikes.
Shira Route takes 7 to 8 Days to accomplish offering moderate to hard hiking adventure. The route offers scenic views of the terrain and adjoins with Lemosho Route later.
Umbwe Route is also another route that takes a period of 5 to 6 Days to accomplish. It is very challenging to conquer and is steeper, faster hance with less success rates.
Best Time Climbing Kilimanjaro Mountain
Climbing Kilimanjaro Mountain can be done anytime around the year by travelers from all over the world. The hiking adventure is determined by two varying seasons and these include;
Dry season which takes place in the months of January–March. It is less challenging to climb the Mountain as these are Quieter, cooler making hiking very exceptional as you navigate through the steep terrain watching bird species, plains at a distance. In the months of June to October the trails are navigable and the skies are clearer making this period the most popular period for Climbing Kilimanjaro.
The Rainy season is not ideal to hike the Mountain and this happens in the months of April–May and November. Hence we advise travelers not to hike the Mountain in the rainy season.
Climbing Kilimanjaro Mountain Cost
While on an adventure in Tanzania, climbing Kilimanjaro costs in between $2000 to $5000.
This includes Park Fees too i.e $1000 regulated by TANAPA.
