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Mount Kilimanjaro, Your Summit

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Choose a well-paced route with experienced mountain guides, careful acclimatisation and personal support—then continue to a Tanzania safari or Zanzibar if you wish.

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Find Your Kilimanjaro Climb.

Compare Kilimanjaro trekking itineraries by route, duration and acclimatisation, including standalone climbs and journeys extended with a Tanzania safari or Zanzibar.

Kilimanjaro Safari Collections
Machame Route
7 Day Machame Route
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Rongai Route
Rongai Route
6 Day Rongai Route
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Lemosho
Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
8-Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro Trek
Price From USD: 3,070
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YOUR CLIMB, FULLY SUPPORTED
What Supports You on Kilimanjaro.

A Kilimanjaro climb depends on more than fitness. Careful pacing, experienced leadership, reliable equipment and a well-supported mountain crew shape your safety, comfort and overall experience.

Acclimatization-First Pacing

Our longer, carefully paced itineraries give your body valuable time to adjust as the altitude increases.

Guide & Safety Support

Your climb is led by WFR-qualified guides and supported with first aid, emergency oxygen, GPS and satellite communication.

Comfort on the Mountain

Quality tents, nourishing meals and a dedicated support crew help you rest and recover between trekking days.

Responsible Mountain Crews

We promote fair treatment, suitable equipment and responsible working conditions for the porters who make every climb possible.

“With SafariHQ, your Kilimanjaro climb is personally managed from the pre-trek briefing to your final descent, combining WFR-qualified guides, carefully planned acclimatization, dependable safety systems and a dedicated mountain crew to support you every step of the way.”

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FIND YOUR WAY TO THE SUMMIT
Choose Your Kilimanjaro Route.

Compare our featured Kilimanjaro climbing routes and choose the scenery, pace and accommodation style that best matches your summit ambitions.

LEMOSHO ROUTE

Choose a scenic western approach with varied landscapes, a quieter beginning and more time for gradual altitude acclimatization.

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MACHAME ROUTE

Follow Kilimanjaro’s popular camping route through rainforest, moorland and dramatic high-altitude scenery towards the summit.

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MARANGU ROUTE

Take Kilimanjaro’s classic hut-based route, following a more direct trail with overnight accommodation in permanent mountain huts.

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RONGAI ROUTE

Approach Kilimanjaro from its quieter northern side, following a remote camping trail through open wilderness with fewer climbers.

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KILIMANJARO ROUTE COMPARISON
Compare Kilimanjaro Routes.

Compare each route by duration, accommodation, scenery, trail atmosphere and acclimatization to find the climb that best suits your experience, pace and summit goals.

Lemosho
Machame
Marangu
Rongai
Best For
Scenery & acclimatisation
Classic Kilimanjaro experience
Hut accommodation
Quieter trails
Typical Duration
7–8 days
6–7 days
5–6 days
6–7 days
Accommodation
Tented camping
Tented camping
Mountain huts
Tented camping
Scenery
Remote and highly varied
Dramatic and varied
Rainforest and alpine landscapes
Open northern wilderness
Trail Atmosphere
Quiet at the beginning
Popular and sociable
Direct and established
Remote and peaceful
Acclimatisation
Excellent when well paced
Better over seven days
Limited on shorter climbs
Better over seven days
Ideal For
First-time climbers wanting more time
Fit climbers seeking the classic route
Climbers who prefer not to camp
Climbers prioritising fewer crowds
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From Tanzania and Kenya to Uganda and Rwanda, our specialists draw on first-hand local knowledge to recommend the right destinations, experiences and seasons for a safari designed around how you want to travel.

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Every lodge and tented camp we recommend is chosen for its location, hospitality and guest experience — ensuring each stay complements your safari rather than simply accommodating it.

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Your journey is backed by comprehensive insurance through ICEA Lion / Lloyd’s of London, 24/7 on-the-ground support and dedicated safari specialists before, during and after your journey.

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8-Day Mara River Crossing Safari
We were out and about for ten days with our guide James. I could not have imagined a better companion, and we saw many beautiful animals – including the Big Five. We watched the wildebeest river crossing. James knew everything about the animals and was always friendly. In addition, he answered every one of our questions.
Benjamin B
2026-08-28
7 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti
The best safari company ever! We did 7 days across Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti. The best trip of my life. The organisation from SafariHQ was amazing and the guides were incredible! Our guide Daniel was so kind, patient and super knowledgeable on all the animals and plants. We saw so many animals and Daniel was an excellent spotter. He is a super driver and we got amazing views of all the animals. I will definitely be doing another safari with SafariHQ. Thanks to Daniel and all of SafariHQ for the trip of a lifetime.
Nikki Gander
2026-07-23
3 Day Serengeti National Park
We had a very beautiful and unforgettable safari, during which we saw the Big 5 and many other great animals. Our guide James was very knowledgeable about everything regarding Tanzania and its wildlife. He was very nice and a great driver.
Felix S
2026-08-26
8 Days Tanzania Safari
Our guide Emmanuel was absolutely amazing. I felt he went above and beyond to make sure we saw every animal there was to see in Ngorongoro Carter and Lake Manyara National Park. Not only did we get to see the animals, we also so amazing flora, scenery and Emmanuel was full of knowledge about the area, people and animals. Overall our time in Tanzania was made exceptionally better because of the guides we had. Emmanuel was absolutely brilliant to make sure we had good viewing of all sights and animals. No task was to hard. He was friendly, polite, and I felt very safe in his company.
SafariHQ guide showing guests elephants during a game drive in Tanzania on a guided wildlife safari.
Richelle H
2026-07-09
3 night private Masai Mara NP
We were met by Simon from Safari HQ upon arrival in Nairobi and taken to our hotel which was s great way to start our Kenyan experience. Early the next morning, we were collected by Steve our Safari driver in our Safari vehicle for the long drive to the Zebra Valley Mara Lodge located adjacent to the Masai Mara National Game Reserve. Over the next 3 days, we enjoyed a series of fantastic early morning and late afternoon game Safari drives. Steve our driver was exceptional. Being an ex park ranger, his knowledge of the game reserve, the flora and fauna was fantastic. Given the condition of the roads, Steve was never in a rush and always allowed plenty of time to get us some great opportunities to view the amazing wildlife in the Mara reserve. We were extremely privileged that Steve manage to find great sighting / viewings of Elephants, Hippos, Giraffes, Ostriches, Lions, Cheetahs, numerous types of antelopes, Nile crocodiles, Wilderbeast, Zebras – the list goes on. Highlights included lunch under an Umbrella Acacia tree inside the game park. Given were on a 4 person private game Safari, Safari HQ and our Driver Steve were fantastic and the experience provided certainly exceeded our expectations.
Abmoet
2026-06-10
7 Day Tanzania Safari
We spent three days in the Ngorongoro conservation area, three days in the Serengeti National Park and one day in the Lake Manyara National Park. We did our safari with Safari HQ. Our guide Emmanuel, was amazing. Not only was he a skilled Driver over the rugged and extremely challenging terrain, he knew exactly the right spots and angles to enable us to get the most spectacular photos. We saw the big five and much, much more many times over. I can only say it was a totally immersive and life changing experience. I would recommend Safari HQ and Emanuel in particular, to anyone wishing to undertake a Safari in Africa.
JC Melbourne
2026-07-09
Frequently Asked
Kilimanjaro Climb FAQs

Quick answers for planning your Kilimanjaro climb.

A professionally supported Kilimanjaro climb typically costs USD 2,500–4,500 per person, depending on the route, duration, group size and service level. Your quotation should clearly confirm park fees, mountain crew, meals, accommodation, equipment and transfers.

Lemosho suits climbers prioritising scenery and acclimatisation, while Machame offers the classic camping experience. Marangu provides mountain huts, and Rongai offers a quieter northern approach. The best route depends on your fitness, available time and preferred comfort.

Most Kilimanjaro routes take six to nine days on the mountain. Seven or eight days generally provides better acclimatisation than a shorter ascent. You should also allow at least one night before and after the climb.

The most popular climbing periods are January to March and June to October, when conditions are generally drier. Kilimanjaro’s weather can change quickly, and summit temperatures remain extremely cold throughout the year.

You do not need technical climbing experience, but good walking endurance, leg strength and determination are essential. Begin consistent cardiovascular, strength and hill-walking training approximately eight to twelve weeks before departure.

Experienced guides maintain a gradual pace, monitor climbers daily and respond to symptoms of altitude sickness. Altitude can affect anyone, regardless of fitness. Your guide may delay or end your climb if continuing would place your health at risk.

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