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Five Ways to Trek Kilimanjaro

Confused which route to choose? After more than 20 years of experience guiding walkers up Kilimanjaro, we have picked the best rou... Read more
20 Jan 2026 26 minute read
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Five Ways to Trek Kilimanjaro

Confused which route to choose? After more than 20 years of experience guiding walkers up Kilimanjaro, we have picked the best routes to get to the summit. Here’s how to do it the KE Way!

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1. Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro Summit Ascents (KAM)

Double up and maximise your chances of summit success by first climbing Mt Meru (4,566m), a dormant volcano visited by few tourists. This extra acclimatisation increases your chances of summiting Kilimanjaro via the challenging Machame Route.

Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro Summit Ascents

Tanzania , Kilimanjaro

Maximise your chances of summit success by climbing Mt Meru (4566m) AND Kilimanjaro (5895m)

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
CHALLENGING CHALLENGING

12 days from

£3,155 without flights

£4,355 with flights

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2. Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route (KLR)

For a more remote experience, the Lemosho Route is a great choice as it’s the quietest and varied of all routes trekking across the Shira Plateau and Karanga Valley over 8 days. This is KE’s longest itinerary with the highest summit success rate.

Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

Tanzania , Kilimanjaro

Trek the 8-day Lemosho Route to summit success on this Kilimanjaro climb

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
CHALLENGING CHALLENGING

10 days from

£2,725 without flights

£3,575 with flights

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3. Kilimanjaro Rongai Route (KRR)

The scenic Rongai Route offers easier, gradual climb through forest, farmland and open moor. As an aid to acclimatisation, we include a rest day at the idyllic Mawenzi Tarn Camp, beneath the imposing rock spires.

Kilimanjaro Rongai Route

Tanzania , Kilimanjaro

Climb Kilimanjaro (5895m), Africa's highest peak, by trekking the beautiful Rongai Route

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
CHALLENGING CHALLENGING

9 days from

£2,395 without flights

£3,395 with flights

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4. Climb Mount Kenya and Kilimanjaro (KAK)

This twin peak trekking holiday, aims to summit the trekker’s peak on Mt Kenya (4,985m) and Kilimanjaro (5,895m), and is the ultimate East African mountain challenge. On no other holiday can you see the sunrise from the highest mountains in both Kenya and Tanzania.

Climb Mount Kenya and Kilimanjaro

Trek to the summit of Africa's highest mountains Mount Kenya (4985m) and Kilimanjaro (5895m) on this iconic small group adventure holiday

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
CHALLENGING CHALLENGING

15 days from

£3,975 without flights

£5,025 with flights

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5. Kilimanjaro Northern Route Traverse and Circuit (KNR)

The Northern Route, one of Kilimanjaro's least walked paths, offers a quieter, personal experience. 9 days provide excellent acclimatisation before descending via Marangu, the shortest descent route.

Kilimanjaro Northern Route Traverse and Circuit

Tanzania , Kilimanjaro

Summit Kilimanjaro (5895m) via the remote Northern Circuit, the route taken by the Comic Relief 2019 team

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
CHALLENGING CHALLENGING

11 days from

£2,895 without flights

£3,895 with flights

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