Kilimanjaro, formerly called Kaiser-Wilhelm-Spitze, is a mountain in north-eastern Tanzania close to the Kenyan-Tanzania Boarder. Kilimanjaro is the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, rising 4600 meters (15,000 ft) from the base, and includes the highest peak in Africa at 5,895 meters (19,340 ft), providing a panoramic view from the surrounding plains.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Routes To Mt Kilimanjaro

	Mt. Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route The Lemosho Route is un spoilt, remote, little used and stunning way up to the Shira Plateau. It can both be used to access the Western Breach route or followed by the Kibo South route to climb by the easier Barafu Route. The path is one of the few where groups may be escorted by an armed ranger on the first day, because the forests around the Lemosho Glades are full of buffalos, elephants and other big game wildlife.
	Mt. Kilimanjaro Machame Route Normally completed in a minimum of 6 days, the Machame route is perhaps the most scenic route up Kilimanjaro. The benefit to this is that it accords the hiker the much needed acclimatization. All your equipment and supplies are carried by porters with a cook preparing all meals. Accommodation on the Machame route is strictly in tents only. This makes this route better suited to the more adventurous hiker and thereby rewarding him with a scenic magnificence not seen on the other routes. From the late afternoon sunsets at Shira, to the misty revelations of Kibo at the great Barranco Wall, the Machame route offers the adventurous hiker a stunning scenic "slide show" over 6 days.
	Mt. Kilimanjaro Marangu Route Tenderly refered to as the "Coca-Cola route", Marangu is by any standards the most popular route to the top of Kilimanjaro. Mostly due to the fact that the Marangu is the least expensive route to use, but more so, possibly due to the fact that it is achievable to do the Marangu route in 5 days. This may not always the best way due to a shorter acclimatization period. The Marangu route does however offer you the option of spending an additional acclimatization day on the mountain thereby increasing your chances of success. Accommodation on the Marangu route is in huts hence the main difference from the other routes. Mineral water, soft drinks, chocolates and beers are also sold at all the camps on this route thus offering you the relative luxury.
	Mt. Kilimanjaro Rongai Route The Rongai route ascends Mount Kilimanjaro from the north-eastern part, along the border with Tanzania and Kenya. This route offers a sense of untamed wilderness and an unusual viewpoint on Kilimanjaro by accessing it from the north.
	Mt. Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route The Umbwe route is one of the shortest routes to the Southern Glaciers and the Western Breach. It is one of the most scenic and non-technical route of ascending Mount Kilimanjaro. It is somewhat challenging, mainly because of the relatively rapid ascent to higher altitude, but the expedition s rather rewarding. With a small number people, pristine forest line and shorter trekking distances make it a great choice for hikers who are fit. An overnight in the crater adds a great experience. Be among the few fortunate people to spend a night in Africa's principal volcano. This option is highly recommended, as this will give you the opportunity to get close to the gorgeous and captivating glaciers of Kilimanjaro and be able to stopover the ash pit.