Making the Most of Kilimanjaro Climbing Holidays
Our Hints and Tips for Climbing Kilimanjaro!
Our local, expert guides know Kilimanjaro’s routes like the backs of their hands. And it’s this knowledge and expertise that allows us to help you fulfill your dream of trekking to Africa’s highest peak.
From the moment you make contact with us to the jubilation at the summit, and all the way back to the airport transfer, we’re with you every step of the way.
These Tanzania hiking tours are usually once-in-a-lifetime trips, so we treat our guests how we would want to be treated.
We strive to provide life-changing travel experiences. Challenging yourself to summit Kilimanjaro with Roam Wild Adventure will truly change your outlook on life.
Below, we’ve laid out some of the most important points you need to know before making your way to Tanzania.
But if you have any other questions about our Kilimanjaro guided climbs, please feel free to get in touch.
Are you looking for Tanzania walking safaris or 4×4 safari adventures? Learn more about our range of safari tours in Tanzania.
First and foremost, we love giving back to the places we visit and we love it even more when you do too! Embrace a truly life-changing journey and conquer the roof of Africa while doing some good for your favorite charity. We can help any person or group with their charity Kilimanjaro climbs, just get in touch with us to get started.
One thing we need to highlight before we go any further: Mount Kilimanjaro is not a technical climb and no special mountain climbing experience is needed. In fact, out of all the Seven Summits (the highest mountains on each of the seven continents on earth), Kilimanjaro is the only one that can be said to be truly “walkable”. Below are our recommendations on how to prepare for the climb, as it will be challenging but 100% achievable and preparation is the key.
Mt. Kilimanjaro is truly one of the great trekking experiences on earth. But there are several factors that make this a tough but totally achievable climb. The walk itself is strenuous on your muscles and joints, regardless of the number of days you choose. The higher you go, the thinner the air gets and acclimatization is imperative to a successful climb. Nearing the summit, you’ll have roughly half the amount of oxygen per breath than you normally would have. We deliberately include acclimatization days on our climbs to give us the best possible chance for our bodies to adjust and for us to reach the summit. Lastly, the days leading up to the summit push aren’t overly difficult but the last day before summiting is tough both physically and mentally. A midnight start with an ascent over 1500m and a descent of nearly 3000m totalling 16-18 hours is a challenge.
So, as the saying goes, failure to prepare is preparing to fail. We would recommend a minimum of 2 long hikes a week (we recommend increasing this dramatically to almost daily as you approach your date) leading up to your climb with a weighted backpack to help with leg strength and endurance for the long haul of Kilimanjaro. For more specific training information, reach out to our professional team.
Don’t skimp out on expensive equipment as you will suffer the consequences on the mountain. Our best piece of advice is don’t turn up with brand new walking boots, ensure they have been the same ones you have been training in and you are certain you will be comfortable. Next is your head. For the hot temperatures, ensure you have something that provides solid sun protection. As we near the summit, a woolly hat or even a balaclava is highly recommended. A four-season sleeping bag, trekking poles to assist your knees on the way back down, a comfortable daypack, and sunscreen are also high on the priority list.
Good question. Each route has its pros and cons. We offer 5 options (please see our selection below): Lemosho Route, Northern Circuit, Rongai Route, Machame Route, & the Marangu Route.
Lemosho: The Lemosho route is known to be one of the most scenic routes on Mt. Kilimanjaro. This is an eight-day trek, allowing extra time for acclimatization, in turn, making this a very achievable climb. With an overall success rate of 95%, the Lemosho Route is hailed as one of the least crowded and most accessible routes on Kilimanjaro.
Northern Circuit: This relatively new route ascends the more scenic and tranquil western slope of Kilimanjaro and crosses nearly the entire mountain before the summit. This is easily one of the most picturesque paths and tranquil journeys up Africa’s highest point, as there are almost no other groups on the northern face.
Rongai: The upside is: there are very few climbers on the same path as you, adding to the vast, open wilderness and the incredible scenery. The downside? Because of the route profile, it isn’t as easy to acclimatize BUT, as we mentioned before, we do add an extra day to aid acclimatization.
Machame: Due to its high success rate (90% for a 7-day trek), it is one of the better routes to aid acclimatization. The views on this route are incredible and you also get the added challenge of the Great Barranco Wall. If your goal is solely to reach the summit, this should be your choice.
Marangu: The Marangu Route is considered to be one of the easier paths to the summit, given its gradual slope and direct path. Being only 6 days long, it can be slightly more challenging to acclimatize because the paths are more direct than others.
Another good question to ask. Simply put, the area surrounding Kilimanjaro is under monsoon conditions during April and May, and one shorter season in November. We take this into consideration as our tour availability ranges from January through mid-March, mid-June through October, and then December. Outside the monsoon season, the weather is typically dry and clear.
Tanzania has three major international airports: Dar es Salaam (DAR), Zanzibar (ZNZ) and Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO). The latter is the most convenient for Kilimanjaro, sitting only 42 km away from the mountain town of Moshi and 50 km from Arusha. In addition to flights to Tanzania, you may consider flights to Nairobi in Kenya, which is only a 5-hour shuttle bus ride to Arusha or a 1-hour plane ride to JRO. Note, however, that by choosing to fly to Kenya you may need a multiple-entry Kenya visa (if you are flying out of Kenya, too, for example, and spend longer than a fortnight in Tanzania), which can cost as much as $122 USD – thereby reducing or eliminating any saving you may have made in airfares.
In deciding which flights to book, you should take the full trip into consideration. For example, if you would like to spend a couple days in Zanzibar after the climb, it might be best to book one-way tickets from your home to Kilimanjaro Airport for the climb, from Arusha to Zanzibar after the climb, and then from Zanzibar back to your home.
Our Hiking Tours on Kilimanjaro
Lemosho Route
8-Day Trek
$2,610 USD
Northern Circuit Route
9-Day Trek
$2,970 USD
Rongai Route
7-Day Trek
$2,349 USD
Machame Route
7-Day Trek
$2,349 USD
Marangu Route
6-Day Trek
$2,400 USD
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Adventure awaits you in beautiful Tanzania. Conquer the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, which is Africa’s highest peak, the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, and one of the great seven summits. Explore some of Earth’s grandest wildlife parks, abundant with species of every sort. If this sounds like a dream vacation for you and your family or friends, contact us to help you plan this once in a lifetime experience.
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Did you know that when you climb Mt. Kilimanjaro you pass through 4 distinct climate zones? The treks start in the lush green Forest Zone, then ascends through the Heather-Moorland Zone identified by its giant senecio trees and low-lying bushes and shrubs. Further up the mountain you arrive at the Alpine Desert Zone, and finally summit in the Arctic climate zone. The diversity of flora and fauna is a delight to see.
Spend an incredible adventure getaway with us exploring all of Mt. Kilimanjaro’s wonders!
Now booking for dates in February 2023!
Join our group trek for the 9-day Northern Circuit Route starting January 28th, February 6th or February 11th.
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Memorable Serengeti migration safari trip with @roamwildadventure
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Explore two of 7 natural wonders of Africa with in single trip. You will Watch the breathtaking wildebeest migration at Serengeti and spot one of the rare rhinos in Ngorongoro Crater. On this safari, you will experience an African adventure beyond your wildest dreams.
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Mout Kilimanjaro , the Roof of Africa and the highest free standing mountain in the World.
Remember it can be seen from anywhere, but you can climb it only when you are in Tanzania. Come one, come all.
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Take only pictures, leave only footprints.Winter kilimanjaro trip has started! Time to leave home with a broken heart as always,through with a great partner roamwildadventure.🧗🏼♂️ For those willing to follow our expedition we will have a page at www.roamwildadventure.
We hope you’re enjoying the weekend as much as we are 😎. Sunset views on Mt. Kilimanjaro give us all the feels. Book your trip now or contact us to help plan your ultimate Kilimanjaro adventure. info@roamwildadventure.com
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Hmmm, climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro is supposed to be hard 🤔…These folks look like they’re having a ton of fun! 😀. Leave it to Markus and Ezekiel to make a multi day trek on the tallest mountain in Africa seem like just another happy day out on the trails. Fun times! Lots of jokes! We’re glad to see the smiles and high fives from these amazing guests 😍💚💛
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The haunting beauty of the Chilean Patagonia landscape takes one’s breath away. Here we are about to begin our ice hike on Grey Glacier in Torres del Paine National Park. It’s truly an unspoiled hidden gem on this earth. It’s the place to be to lose oneself and yet find oneself. Although it’s sure to be a bucket list travel destination for many adventurers, let’s try to keep it pristine and wild forever. #LeaveNoTrace
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Here are some highlights from our guests’ recent successful Mt Kilimanjaro climb. We send huge congratulations to Carly and Claire!! So proud of these amazing women! 👏🏼👏🏼🤗😍. Well done ladies! And as always, big big thank you to our guides and porters. You are everything to us and WE ❤️ YOU!! #climbingkilimanjaro #mountainsummit #kilimanjaro #mtkilimanjaro #success #goals #badassladyhikers #amazingwomen #trekking #bestguide
The Marangu Route is considered to be one of the easier paths to the summit, given its gradual slope and direct path.
Our expert guides will ensure everything goes smoothly from top to bottom while you enjoy the challenge of summiting Kilimanjaro.
Being only 6 days long, it can be slightly more challenging to acclimatize because the paths are more direct than others.
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This 2-day safari adventure is perfect for those short on time. This short but action-packed tour is the ideal choice to see some of the best of Tanzania’s wildlife.
We’ll visit the Ngorongoro Crater which is home to over 25,000 animals and the best opportunity to see the Big Five! We’ll also visit the spectacular Tarangire, where big families of elephants meet all year round by the river.
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Lake Tanganyika is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the world by volume and depth; second only to Lake Baikal in Siberia. In fact, it is so large that it belongs to four different countries; Tanzania, Burundi, Zambia, and Congo. The lake is fed by at least 50 streams and rivers and is regarded as one of the world’s most biologically rich and scientifically valuable habitats. Lake Tanganyika holds an astounding 8 percent of the world’s freshwater, and is home 500 fish species; most of which stay within 20 metres of the surface.
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If you are looking to expand your palate, then Tanzania is the place for you. In Tanzania, you’ll have the chance to sample wild game like crocodile, warthog, antelope, or even ostrich. Other local favourites include tilapia fish, pilau rice, and samosas.
It’s the spices that really make this food special and the use of coconut, cardamom, garlic, and turmeric feature prominently in a number of traditional recipes.
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I am so excited and happy to announce our partnership with Tomorrow's Air and Evertreen! One of our goals as a tourism company is to ensure we are doing everything we can to support sustainability initiatives, including supporting the environment and supporting local communities. I'm really proud to say that with these two partnerships we achieve both 🥰.
Tomorrow's Air is leading the charge in developing direct air carbon dioxide capture. Their mission is to unite and empower travelers to accelerate towards a stable climate future for everyone. Learn more at https://www.tomorrowsair.com/
You can contribute directly, or as an add-on option when booking your trip on our website. A $20 contribution directly removes 28kg of carbon dioxide from the air. Roam Wild Adventure has committed to matching each donation 100%.
With Evertreen, people and businesses can plant real trees, offsetting Co2 and alleviating poverty by providing income for people. We have purchased our own plot in Madagascar and have planted 500 trees!!
If you would like to monitor the growth of our forest and purchase your own trees to help this initiative, see our page here:
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Thanks to everyone for all the support you've show this small but rapidly growing adventure tourism company. We have many new exciting things in the works. I hope you'll continue to join us for the journey ahead XOXO
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Tanzania is everything a traveller looks for in Africa. ⠀
It’s light, colour and life every moment. ⠀
☀️ The sun at sunrise tinges the landscape gold and life, revives both human and animal life. ✈️ And then the traveller finds himself suddenly surrounded by so much natural beauty that he can hardly believe it.⠀
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