Route Comparison

All Kilimanjaro Routes

Compare difficulty, scenery, success rates, and duration to find your perfect route to Uhuru Peak.

Most Popular

Machame Route

The Whiskey Route - Scenic and popular

6-7 days
Difficulty
  • 93% success rate
  • Best scenery
  • Good acclimatization
  • Camping accommodation
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Marangu Route

The Coca-Cola Route - Easiest path

5-6 days
Difficulty
  • 85% success rate
  • Hut accommodation
  • Easiest climb
  • Most popular
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Rongai Route

The only route from the north

6-7 days
Difficulty
  • 90% success rate
  • Less crowded
  • Dry conditions
  • Camping accommodation
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Longest Route

Northern Circuit

The longest route - Best acclimatization

8-9 days
Difficulty
  • 98% success rate
  • Best acclimatization
  • Very scenic
  • Low traffic
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Umbwe Route

The steepest route - For experienced climbers

5-6 days
Difficulty
  • 80% success rate
  • Shortest route
  • Challenging
  • For experienced hikers
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Quick Comparison

Route Days Difficulty Success Rate Traffic
Machame 6-7 Medium 93% High
Marangu 5-6 Easy 85% High
Lemosho 7-8 Medium 95% Low
Rongai 6-7 Medium 90% Low
Northern Circuit 8-9 Medium 98% Low
Umbwe 5-6 Hard 80% Low

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