At 5,895 m, Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and the world's tallest free-standing mountain. No technical climbing is needed, so fit and determined hikers can reach the summit, Uhuru Peak.
The climb passes through rainforest, heath, alpine desert and finally glaciers near the summit.
What you'll do in Mount Kilimanjaro
- Choose your route: Machame, Lemosho, Marangu, Rongai and others
- Summit night: a midnight start to reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise
- Walk through five climate zones in a few days
- Celebrate with your mountain crew
What to expect
- 5 to 9 days on the mountain; longer routes give better acclimatisation
- Cold nights and a very demanding summit day
- Experienced guides, cooks and porters
- A certificate when you reach the top
