Via Mawenzi or Kikelelwa Camp then Kibo Hut or School Hut.
The only northern approach to Kilimanjaro.
Offers a true wilderness experience on the early stages of the climb.
Very tough final summit night from the north. Fewer acclimatisation opportunities.
Also known as the Nalemuru route. Although the scenery is not as varied as the western routes, Rongai makes up for this by passing through true wilderness areas for days before joining the Marangu route at Kibo camp. Rongai is a moderately difficult route, and is highly recommended, especially for those with less backpacking experience.
Fully catered camping only

360 degrees trip, start and finish at Rongai Gate.
The Northern Circuit is the newest route up Kilimanjaro and also the longest. It takes a minimum of 8 days to complete. Because of its length, the Northern Circuit has is the best for acclimatization and has the highest summit success rate.
The only route to traverse all of the Northern Slopes on a 360 degrees circumnavigation of the mountain. The route circles around the quieter northern slopes to the east side of the mountain. There are a number of route variations, but generally the Northern Circuit approaches the summit via Gilman's Point before descending on the same route as the Machame and Lemosho.
With the option to stay inside the crater for one or two nights then visit the Kilimanjaro ash pit.
Start at Rongai Gate, then back down at Marangu Gate.
Fully catered camping only.

Start at Rongai Gate, then back down at Marangu Gate.
The Northern Circuit is the newest route up Kilimanjaro and also the longest. It takes a minimum of 8 days to complete. Because of its length, the Northern Circuit has is the best for acclimatization and has the highest summit success rate.
The only route to traverse all of the Northern Slopes on a 360 degrees circumnavigation of the mountain. The route circles around the quieter northern slopes to the east side of the mountain. There are a number of route variations, but generally the Northern Circuit approaches the summit via Gilman's Point before descending on the same route as the Machame and Lemosho.
With the option to stay inside the crater for one or two nights then visit the Kilimanjaro ash pit.
Fully catered camping only.

Nicknamed the "Coca-Cola" route because the route is popularized as easy and cheap. This, however, is a misconception as the route is more difficult due to the 'not as good acclimatization profile' as Machame/Rongai/Lemosho routes.
Often selected because of its reputation for being the "easiest" route. It is the shortest and cheapest route, but offers less time to acclimatize, therefore it has a lower success rate.
The only route to offer dormitory style accommodation in huts.

Nicknamed the "Whiskey" route because the route is popularized as somewhat difficult and more expensive than the Marangu route. On an overall comparison of the routes to scale Kilimanjaro, this is one of the best routes to take, both in terms of acclimatization and cost. In certain sections this route is steeper than the Marangu and Rongai routes and physically more demanding but is easier overall.
Great for acclimatization with many walk high, sleep low opportunities.
Challenging trek with scenery through five diverse climatic zones.
Good opportunity to split pre-summit day climb to leave climbers rested before summiting.
Fully catered camping only.

Starts higher above Forest Zone.
Shira offers higher start point compared to Lemosho, and poorer acclimatisation.
Fully catered camping only.

Via Lava Tower Camp.
The Lemosho route approaches Kilimanjaro from the west. Rather than simply intersecting Shira Plateau (like Machame), Lemosho crosses it from Shira Ridge to Shira 2 Camp, in a pleasant hike. Climbers encounter low traffic until the route joins the Machame route. Afterwards, Lemosho follows the same route through Lava Tower, Barranco and Barafu, known as the southern circuit. There are several options to complete the trek, based on experience.High summit success rate. Good for acclimatization, especially on the longer itineraries.
Remote and spectacular, dramatic gorges and views of west Kilimanjaro.
Converges with Machame at Baranco Camp.
Fully catered camping only.

Normal route or via Kibo Northern Circuit.
The Lemosho route approaches Kilimanjaro from the west. Rather than simply intersecting Shira Plateau (like Machame), Lemosho crosses it from Shira Ridge to Shira 2 Camp, in a pleasant hike. Climbers encounter low traffic until the route joins the Machame route. Afterwards, Lemosho follows the same route through Lava Tower, Barranco and Barafu, known as the southern circuit. There are several options to complete the trek, based on experience. High summit success rate. Good for acclimatization, especially on the longer itineraries.
Remote and spectacular, dramatic gorges and views of west Kilimanjaro.
Converges with Machame at Baranco Camp.
Fully catered camping only.

Bespoke, based on your wishes.
If none of the standard routes meets your demand.

Waterfalls.
Blacksmiths area.
Tunnel under the caves where people used to live in the old days.
Coffee plantation and how it gets prepared.
Traditional Tanzanian dinner and ceremony.
Gives our guests the chance to experience indigenous attractions and scenery of rural Tanzania, tour tribal areas, meet the people and experience their traditional way of life.