Tanzania Treks

Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking Guide

You might have heard of the fascinating Mount Kilimanjaro views that the Amboseli National Park in Kenya has to offer. What if we told you there’s an even more special way of getting closer to the tallest mountain in Africa? Picture-perfect vi ...Read more

The Marangu Route | Kilimanjaro National Park

The Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca Cola Route Kilimanjaro” because of the availability of Coca Cola in the tea huts back in the day, is the easiest of all the Kilimanjaro routes due to its gradual slope and the removal of obstacles to ...Read more

The Machame Route | Kilimanjaro National Park

Approaching Mount Kilimanjaro from the southwest, the Machame Route is the second most popular of the Kilimanjaro routes. It is also known as the “Whiskey Route Kilimanjaro" since it is more arduous than the “Coca Cola” (Marangu) route o ...Read more

The Lemosho Route | Kilimanjaro National Park

Unlike other trails, the Lemosho Route starts at a very low altitude. It is a long and difficult, but it is lets you gain elevation gradually and introduces you to mesmerizing natural beauty at every step. An easier alternative to the Shira Route Approach ...Read more

The Rongai Route | Kilimanjaro National Park

Starting near the Kenyan border, the Rongai Route is the only approach that starts from the north of Mount Kilimanjaro. It is considered one of the easier routes with a gradual climb to the summit. A remote alternative to the crowded Marangu While Rongai ...Read more

Northern Circuit | Kilimanjaro National Park

As the newest kid on the block, its obvious that the Northern Circuit Route Kilimanjaro is nothing if not hip. It offers 360 degree views and boasts of untouched slopes that have very little footfall. The scenery is spectacular and the summit success rate ...Read more

The Umbwe Route | Kilimanjaro National Park

If you’re looking for the ultimate experience, it doesn’t get better than Umbwe. Your legs, thighs and calves will curse you all day long, but your eyes and senses will delight at the scenery on display. Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the ...Read more

Climbing Kilimanjaro: The 7 Best Kilimanjaro Routes

“Which is the best route for Kilimanjaro?” is a question we get asked very frequently from people who are planning on climbing Kilimanjaro. While the definition of “best” is very subjective, we will try to summarize each route ...Read more