One of Kilimanjaro's most scenic approaches, passing through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert and the spectacular Southern Circuit.

• Beautiful and varied landscapes
• Shira Plateau
• Lava Tower area
• Barranco Valley and Barranco Wall
• Excellent acclimatization profile
• Summit sunrise from Uhuru Peak
• Camping throughout the mountain

Lemosho begins on the western side of Kilimanjaro and offers a beautiful, quieter approach before joining the Southern Circuit. The additional time provides a more gradual acclimatization schedule and lets you experience a wide variety of Kilimanjaro's landscapes.

• Remote western approach
• Lemosho rainforest
• Spectacular Shira Plateau
• Lava Tower
• Barranco Wall
• Excellent mountain scenery
• More time for acclimatization
• Professional private trekking experience

Known as the classic Kilimanjaro route, Marangu is the only main route where climbers sleep in mountain huts rather than tents. It follows the same path up and down, with comfortable hut accommodation and established facilities along the way.

• Mountain hut accommodation
• Gradual trail profile
• Mandara and Horombo Huts
• Kibo Hut
• Summit attempt from Kibo
• Beautiful rainforest and alpine landscapes

Rongai approaches Kilimanjaro from the northern side, close to the Kenya border. It offers a different perspective of the mountain and is known for its quieter wilderness experience.

• Northern side of Kilimanjaro
• Remote and peaceful landscapes
• Mawenzi Peak views
• Mawenzi Tarn
• Unique wildlife and wilderness scenery
• Descent through the Marangu side
• Camping experience

The longest route on Kilimanjaro, making a spectacular circuit around the northern slopes before approaching the summit. More time on the mountain allows extensive acclimatization and a slower, immersive experience.

• Explore almost every side of Kilimanjaro
• Remote northern slopes
• Lemosho and Shira landscapes
• Beautiful views of Mawenzi Peak
• Very low-traffic sections
• Extended acclimatization
• Unforgettable summit experience

Umbwe is a steep and direct approach to Kilimanjaro. It is more demanding than many other routes and is best suited to experienced and physically prepared trekkers.

• Dramatic mountain landscapes
• Steep Umbwe Ridge
• Barranco Valley
• Barranco Wall
• Remote trail sections
• Challenging trekking experience
• Spectacular summit approach

The Shira Route approaches from the west and crosses the spectacular Shira Plateau before joining the Southern Circuit. Because it begins at a relatively high elevation, it requires appropriate acclimatization planning.

• Spectacular Shira Plateau
• Western Kilimanjaro scenery
• Lava Tower area
• Barranco Valley
• Dramatic alpine landscapes
• Camping adventure
• Summit through the Southern Circuit

Mweka is primarily used as a descent route after summit attempts on several Kilimanjaro itineraries. It is not normally offered as an independent ascent route.