7R Kilimanjaro Treks & Safaris

Seven routes. One summit.

Each path up Kilimanjaro offers a different rhythm, scenery and challenge. Use the comparison below to find your fit — then open a route for the full day-by-day story.

RouteDifficultyDurationApproachFrom
Marangu Route Moderate 5–6 Days Southeast Approach $1,950
Machame Route Challenging 6–7 Days Southern Circuit $2,400
Lemosho Route Challenging 7–8 Days Western Breach $2,700
Rongai Route Moderate 6–7 Days Northern Approach $2,134
Umbwe Route Most Challenging 5–6 Days Steep Direct $2,150
Shira Route Challenging 7 Days Shira Plateau $2,500
Northern Circuit Most Challenging 9–10 Days Full Traverse $3,200
Explore each route

Find the trek that fits you

Lush montane rainforest on the lower slopes of the Marangu Route 01 Moderate

Marangu Route

5–6 Days Southeast Approach

The classic "Coca-Cola" route. The only route with hut accommodation, making it the most comfortable choice for trekkers.

From $1,950per person
Trekkers ascending the dramatic Barranco Wall on the Machame Route 02 Challenging

Machame Route

6–7 Days Southern Circuit

The "Whiskey Route" — the most scenic path on the mountain. Stunning views through moorland and alpine desert.

From $2,400per person
Giant groundsel plants dotting the high moorland traversed by the Lemosho Route 03 Challenging

Lemosho Route

7–8 Days Western Breach

Longest and most remote. Highest success rates thanks to superior acclimatization and a stunning traverse of the entire mountain.

From $2,700per person
A trekking camp beneath the vast night sky on the quiet northern side of Kilimanjaro 04 Moderate

Rongai Route

6–7 Days Northern Approach

The only route approaching from the north, offering a wilderness feel and spectacular views of Kenya's rolling plains.

From $2,134per person
The steep, glaciated upper slopes reached quickly by the Umbwe Route 05 Most Challenging

Umbwe Route

5–6 Days Steep Direct

Short, steep, and breathtaking. For experienced trekkers who want the most direct ascent with dramatic elevation gains.

From $2,150per person
The wide, high-altitude Shira Plateau with Kibo rising beyond 06 Challenging

Shira Route

7 Days Shira Plateau

Begins at a high-altitude plateau, offering excellent acclimatization, and merges with the Lemosho route for summit day.

From $2,500per person
The remote northern slopes of Kilimanjaro circled by the Northern Circuit 07 Most Challenging

Northern Circuit

9–10 Days Full Traverse

The newest and longest route on Kilimanjaro — a full 360° traverse offering unmatched solitude and the best acclimatization of all.

From $3,200per person

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