Kilimanjaro Routes

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Mount Kilimanjaro Treks

Plan your perfect Kilimanjaro Adventure! Make sure you choose the best Kilimanjaro Routes which will give you the best chance of getting to the top safely.

There are several routes to trek to summit the Kilimanjaro peak and the choice to pick one of them can become confusing.  We at Materuni Tours offer Treks on five of the best Kilimanjaro Routes to summit the “Roof Of Africa”. Below we have listed the routes on which we offer treks to the Kilimanjaro peak

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Lemosho Route:

The Lemosho Route is a standout amongst the most heavenly route to Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro because of its grand trail and the wonderful pleasant view on both the sides of the mountain.

As one of the new routes it is increasingly best because of low group, and higher achievement rates. It permits to incorporate the all-encompassing perspective that encompasses it. It begins from the Londorossi Gate. In short it boosts that the climber will achieve the summit and get an excellent view en route.

Rongai Route:

Rongai Route is the main route which is from the north of Kilimanjaro. It is one of the low hovered areas however it is picking up popularity. It has a remote area which offers an unspoiled wild trial where you can spot numerous wild creatures like elephant, antelope. 

Rongai Route has more steady slant than alternate routes, it additionally gives the trekker clear and unclouded perspective on the mountain. It is suggested for those with less hiking knowledge. The beginning point of this route is the Rongai Gate through which the climbers begin their journey.

Machame Route:

Machame Route is otherwise called the Whiskey Route as it is a hard hitting test to climb. It is additionally one of the regular routes because of its beautiful excellence. This route approaches Kilimanjaro from the South.

The trail of the Machame Route is steep, testing and troublesome and is additionally best appropriate for the bold people with the experience required for climbing and trekking.This route likewise covers some sensational view which is a great site to watch. The beginning point of this route is the Machame Gate.

Umbwe Route:

Umbwe Route is viewed as a standout amongst the most hardest and testing trail to climb Kilimanjaro. It is troublesome in light of the rising profile which gives the climber no time to changing in accordance with the altitudes. It is a perfect route for the individuals who need a testing climb and are exceptionally sure about their capacity to trek.

In spite of the fact that the group is low on this route yet the achievement rate is additionally low. It approaches the Kilimanjaro from the South. Additionally, Umbwe Route is one of the briefest, steepest and direct route to Kilimanjaro. The beginning point of this is the Umbwe Gate.

Marangu Route: 

Marangu Route is one of the most memorable and orthodox route in Kilimanjaro as it is the main route which gives accommodation to the climbers. It is one of the least demanding and most brief route so Marangu Route is otherwise called the Coco-Cola route. It approaches the mountain Kilimanjaro from the south east. It is one of the most established route so it is extremely swarmed. It likewise has a less beautiful view as the rising and drop are actually the equivalent. The beginning point of this route is the Marangu Gate.

Mount Kilimanjaro having 5 different routes all are having their own unique specifications. If you are little bit hesitate to choose your best Kilimanjaro Climbing Routes, then feel free to contact with Materuni Tours.

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MOUNT KILIMANJARO Trekking ROUTE

Marangu Route

Famously known as the “Coca-Cola” route as you can get a Coca-Cola at each hut on the way up Kilimanjaro.

Machame Route

The Machame route is known as the “Whiskey” route and is now very popular as it offers excellent acclimatisation

Lemosho Route

Both the Lemosho and Shira routes approach Kilimanjaro from the west and cross the Shira Plateau. 

Rongai Route

 

Rongai is the only route that approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the north, close to the Kenyan border and does offer the closest to a wilderness experience.

Umbwe Route

 

Is the hardest and most challenging routes on Mt Kilimanjaro. It also has the highest incidence of altitude sickness and the lowest summit success rate.

Mweka Route

 

Is recognized to be the shortest route path from and to the summit of Mountain Kilimanjaro, the route is mainly used in descending and is extremely used