Kilimanjaro
Well, first, the fact that Kilimanjaro is one of the seven summits. The highest mountain in Africa and one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. The mountain and experience are unique hiking through 5 climatic zones on a freestanding mountain. Kilimanjaro is like nothing else on earth.
Secondly, Kilimanjaro has 7 main routes, we have climbed them all, and prefer route is the Lemosho Route. We have gone a step further and developed our own unique itinerary using a High Camp at 16,000 feet offering our teams the best chance at the summit.
Thirdly, the experience. The mountain is what draws you to see if you have what it takes to reach the summit. What you leave with will be so much more than that. Not only will you experience lush forests alive with monkeys, birds, Giant Senecio and glaciers just south of the Equator.
And last but not least, the primary reason for people hiking Kilimanjaro lies at its very end – the magnificent summit, Uhuru Peak at 5,895m/ 19,341 feet. Or, to be more precise, traversing the massive crater rim of and standing on the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. one of the seven wonders of the world at sunrise. It’s not a view you forget.
After that remarkable summit, Kilimanjaro summiteers walk away knowing they have reach one of the coveted seven summits.
How Many Days Does Kilimanjaro take to climb?
In total, we run over 30 treks to Kilimanjaro each year. Our favored and popular Kilimanjaro tours is the 8-day Lemosho trek. We also run a number of safari trips across Tanzania to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara and many world class locations that Tanzania has to offer.
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The 8-day Lemosho route trek covers 42 miles and gives the visitor plenty of time for adequate acclimatization. Along with more time to truly experience the best of Kilimanjaro’s mountain scenery, without having to rush. For many, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so having the time to fully appreciate the beauty and spiritual connection to the mountain and people of Tanzania.
This is one of the most popular adventure treks in the world, as it takes you through some stunning mountain scenery passing three volcanos; the Shira Volcano, Kibo which you know as Kilimanjaro and Mawenzi Volcano.
Along the way, you will camp at the best campsites on Kilimanjaro, as well as no end of stunning natural beauty spots. And not only will you experience the remarkable beauty of the Barranco valley but you’ll also be resting your head in the best campsite for summit success on Kilimanjaro, Kosovo Camp.
Other Notable Kilimanjaro Routes
Our 7-day Machame route trip covers 37 miles, starting at the Machame gate. This route takes a direct route up the southern side of Kilimanjaro. This route encompasses the best of the southern side of Kilimanjaro, including the Barranco and Karanga valley’s. The trip finishes by reaching the Summit and exiting Kilimanjaro National Park by Mweka Gate. We can also run treks on the northern circuit.
Our 9-day Northern Circuit route covers 53 miles from the Lemosho Gate to the Mweka Gate. The northern route is a more baron route, with more acclimatization and less people. Along side the 8-day Lemosho Route, one of the benefits of the northern route is being able to get up to 4,900m/ 16,076 feet at school hut camp which helps greatly as accessing the summit of Kilimanjaro.
How Challenging Is the Kilimanjaro Trek?
Although hiking Kilimanjaro is not a technical peak it is an extremely challenging trek with a serious summit and gigantic downhill. The trail to the summit of Kilimanjaro is tough, leading through steep mountain terrain to the crater rim and Barranco wall.
The question how difficult is it to climb Mount Kilimanjaro is a very tough one to answer! There are a few factors to consider, but if you are a hiker used to carrying weight and walking up and down hills you may find Kilimanjaro relatively straight forward. If not you have a lot of training to do.
Also, due to high altitudes and steep ascents, it’s vital to prepare oneself before climbing Kilimanjaro. We’ll talk more about the preparing for Kilimanjaro in a moment.
Kilimanjaro Permits
The Tanzanian Government manage the permits for climbing the mountain and are very expensive. This is why most people look to climb Kilimanjaro in less days. The permit coverage daily rates and we manage all aspects of the permit and getting it booked for you.
Securing a Kilimanjaro permit is only possible through a certified tour company, such as Ian Taylor Trekking. That means you won’t be able to climb Kilimanjaro independently. That said, if you wish to hike on any route up Kilimanjaro, you can only do that through an approved tour operator.
What Is the Best Time to Climb Kilimanjaro?
When you’re thinking about booking your Kilimanjaro hike, you can either choose between hiking it during the dry season and wet season. The two differ immensely, so it’s important to consider their pros and cons.
Dry Season (January, February and June through October)
There are two dry seasons and they offer you seven good months for climbing Kilimanjaro. The most significant advantage is, of course, a significantly reduced chance of rain. Trekking Kilimanjaro in the rain makes it an even more challenging hike, so picking one of our dry season tours is probably the best choice for you.
On the other hand, the dry season coincides with the peak tourism seasons in Tanzania. That means a lot more hikers on the trail and fuller campsites. Additionally, with more people interested in hiking Kilimanjaro during summer, you will need to book your trip further in advance.
Wet Season (November, December and March – May)
There are two wet seasons on Kilimanjaro. The first is the main wet season. March through May. The second is traditionally a mini wet season in November and December.
During these periods, the trial is much less crowded, with more snow higher up and more risks with slippery and challenging trails. Hiking in the rain for the whole day can also be a pain, especially if you aren’t equipped with a top-quality rain jacket.
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