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Climbing
Kilimanjaro
Climbing Kilimanjaro is on many people’s list of lifetime achievements
and around 22,000 climbers set out each year to conquer it, making it the
most climbed mountain in the world. Few things can compete with standing
at the top of Kilimanjaro and gazing at the African continent.
Kili is the tallest mountain in the world that you can simply walk up! None
of the routes require mountaineering skills, specialized equipment, or even
previous climbing experience. Still, hiking to the Roof of Africa is physically
and mentally demanding and should not be underestimated. Altitude sickness
can set in above 3,000 metres and there’s no prior indication as to
who might suffer from it. It’s important to work closely with your
guide and to listen to his advice. Porters carry gear and supplies up and
down the mountain and cook all meals.
Kili can be climbed at any time of the year, but the rainy seasons (April-June;
November-December) make the forest more slippery and the summit might be
blocked by snow. Be prepared for climatic extremes, from rain in the forest,
intense sun in the alpine desert and freezing temperatures at the summit.
It’s essential to have warm clothes and a good sleeping bag.
At the summit, exhaustion fades away; as the sun rises above Kilimanjaro’s
crater rim you know you have finally met this exhilarating African challenge. |
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Lemosho/Shira Route
This 9 day route takes you up the less travelled western slopes of Kilimanjaro. You gain 4000m in altitude over 90km, traversing rain forest, moorland, alpine desert, snow fields and ice cliffs.
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Marangu Route
The easiest and most popular route is the 34 km 5-6 day Marangu route,
which provides comfortable sleeping huts.
Rates from : USD 1402 p.p.
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Machame Route
The 6-7 day Machame route is the most scenic route leading to the
summit but it’s physically more challenging. Accommodation is
in tents.
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