Kilimanjaro Climbing Routes

Explore all available routes to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Each route offers unique challenges, scenery, and experiences for different skill levels.

Umbwe Route

The steepest and most direct route, for experienced climbers only.

6
Days
70%
Success Rate
Very Challenging

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Elevation Profile

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Detailed breakdown of each day's activities and waypoints

Day 1: Starting the Journey

2 waypoints
1
Umbwe Gate
1,650m

Starting point of the Umbwe route

2
Umbwe Cave
2,850m

First camp in the forest

Day 2: Acclimatization

1 waypoint
1
Barranco Camp
3,950m

Camp below the Barranco Wall

Day 3: Higher Ground

1 waypoint
1
Karanga Camp
3,995m

High camp for acclimatization

Day 4: Base Camp

1 waypoint
1
Barafu Camp
4,600m

Base camp for summit attempt

Day 5: Summit Day 🏔️ SUMMIT DAY

1 waypoint
1
Uhuru Peak
5,895m

Highest point in Africa - SUMMIT!

Route Comparison

Compare all routes at a glance

Route Days Difficulty Success Rate Best For Action
Lemosho Route
8 days Moderate
95%
Most climbers View Details →
Machame Route (Whiskey Route)
7 days Challenging
90%
Experienced View Details →
Marangu Route (Coca-Cola Route)
6 days Moderate
85%
Most climbers View Details →
Rongai Route
7 days Moderate
80%
Most climbers View Details →
Umbwe Route
6 days Very Challenging
70%
Experts only View Details →