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Climbing Kilimanjaro for Beginners: Tips, Routes, and Advice

The Best Time to Climb Kilimanjaro falls between December and mid-March, as well as from mid-June through October. These dry periods promise clear skies, breathtaking views, and minimal rainfall, ensuring an optimal Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing experience.

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    TOP ROUTES IN KILIMANJARO

    Welcome you to explore some of the untouched routes of Kilimanjaro

    Lemosho Route 1

    Starting on Kilimanjaro’s western side, the Lemosho Route has a remote trailhead. One of the key highlights is the famous Shira Plateau and the Cathedral Peak (3,962m/13,000 feet). The latter is the highest point of Kili’s western slope. Lemosho offers the finest acclimatization on Kilimanjaro. Our experts believe it to be the best climbing Kilimanjaro route for group and individual treks. Or at the very least one of the best.

    Lemosho Route 2

    Starting on Kilimanjaro’s western side, the Lemosho Route has a remote trailhead. One of the key highlights is the famous Shira Plateau and the Cathedral Peak (3,962m/13,000 feet). The latter is the highest point of Kili’s western slope. Lemosho offers the finest acclimatization on Kilimanjaro. Our experts believe it to be the best climbing Kilimanjaro route for group and individual treks. Or at the very least one of the best.

    Lemosho Route 3

    Starting on Kilimanjaro’s western side, the Lemosho Route has a remote trailhead. One of the key highlights is the famous Shira Plateau and the Cathedral Peak (3,962m/13,000 feet). The latter is the highest point of Kili’s western slope. Lemosho offers the finest acclimatization on Kilimanjaro. Our experts believe it to be the best climbing Kilimanjaro route for group and individual treks. Or at the very least one of the best.

    Lemosho Route 4

    Starting on Kilimanjaro’s western side, the Lemosho Route has a remote trailhead. One of the key highlights is the famous Shira Plateau and the Cathedral Peak (3,962m/13,000 feet). The latter is the highest point of Kili’s western slope. Lemosho offers the finest acclimatization on Kilimanjaro. Our experts believe it to be the best climbing Kilimanjaro route for group and individual treks. Or at the very least one of the best.

    Lemosho Route

    7-9 Days Starting From

    $1950

    Shira Route

    6-9 Days Starting From

    $1920

    Machame Route

    6-7 Days Starting From

    $1900

    Rongai Route

    6-8 Days Starting From

    $1902

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    Kilimanjaro Guides Faq's

    Kilimanjaro guides are highly experienced professionals who provide valuable assistance in navigating the mountain's various routes, providing critical knowledge about the terrain, weather, and potential hazards. They can also offer guidance on pacing and adjust to the altitude, which can be especially important for climbers who are not accustomed to high-altitude environments.
    Most Kilimanjaro guides speak English, which is the primary language used on the mountain, but they may also speak other languages, such as Swahili.
    Tipping Kilimanjaro Climb guides is customary and typically based on the quality of service provided. The recommended tipping amount is around $20-$25 per day, per the guide. Tipping is usually done at the end of the climb.
    While it is technically possible to Climb Kilimanjaro without a guide, it is highly recommended to hire a licensed Kilimanjaro guide for safety and to comply with Tanzanian park regulations. The guides are trained to handle emergencies and provide a safe climbing experience.
    Kilimanjaro guides take a range of safety measures, including monitoring climbers for signs of altitude sickness, ensuring proper acclimatization, and providing emergency medical assistance if needed. They also carry equipment such as radios, oxygen tanks, and first-aid kits, and are trained to handle a range of emergencies.
    The number of guides needed for Kilimanjaro climbing depends on the size of the climbing group, the route, and the specific park regulations. Typically, a group of two to three climbers will have one guide, while larger groups may require more, Mt Kilimanjaro guides.

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