Mount Kilimanjaro trek
Tanzania · Africa · Multi-day trek · score 89/100
At a glance
| Countries | Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Kilimanjaro NP |
| Type | Multi-day trek |
| Length | 62 km |
| Typical duration | 5-9 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 5895 m |
| Best season | Jan-Mar, Jun-Oct |
| Start | Machame or Lemosho gate (route-dependent) |
| End | Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) |
| Permit / guide | guide required (licensed guide mandatory); park fees |
| Special gear | none (trekking poles) |
Score
89/100
Africa's highest and the world's most famous trekable peak: five climate zones to a 5,895 m summit with no technical climbing; crowds and cost are the trade-offs.
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
Distance 62-70 km by route (Machame ~62 km); 5-9 days by route.
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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