Compare Kilimanjaro Routes
Every route reaches the same summit. Which one is right for you depends on your experience, schedule, and how you want to spend your days on the mountain.
| Lemosho Route | Machame Route | Marangu Route | Northern Circuit Route | Rongai Route | Umbwe Route | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Anyone prioritising the highest summit success rate | Experienced trekkers who want the classic scenic challenge | First-timers on a tight schedule who prefer sleeping in huts | Adventurers seeking maximum solitude and the full mountain traverse | Those wanting a quieter northern approach with a gradual ascent | Fit, experienced hikers who want the steepest, most direct route |
| Duration | 7–8 days | 6–7 days | 5–6 days | 9–10 days | 6–7 days | 6–7 days |
| Distance | 70 km | 62 km | 72 km | 98 km | 65 km | 53 km |
| Difficulty | Challenging | Challenging | Moderate | Challenging | Moderate | Difficult |
| Summit success | 90% | 85% | 65% | 95% | 79% | 60% |
| Best season | January–March, June–October | January–March, June–October | Year-round | January–March, June–October | Year-round, best April–May | January–March, June–October |
| Price (pp) | $2,530 | $2,250 | $1,830 | $2,880 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| Learn more — Lemosho Route | Learn more — Machame Route | Learn more — Marangu Route | Learn more — Northern Circuit Route | Learn more — Rongai Route | Learn more — Umbwe Route |