In the country of the highest single standing mountain in the world, mountain climbers’ hearts beat faster. With breathtaking scenery, rugged mountains, diverse vegetation in front of unique cultural backdrops Tanzania fascinates visitors young and old alike. Our various trekking routes offer hiking fun for everyone, for every level of fitness and experience.
See all Kilimanjaro treks
While its size may be intimidating, with training and the all important acclimatisation, this impressive mountain really can be taken on by people of all backgrounds and different fitness levels thanks to the variety of routes that are offered by Viva Africa Tours.
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Distinguishing features
Tallest mountain in Africa and the fourth highest in the world
Wildlife
400 bird species, buffalos, giraffes, several monkey species e.g. baboons and colobus monkeys
Terrain
Kilimanjaro’s topography is incredibly varied, and our treks will take you through various habitats. As we climb higher, the lower slopes of banana plantations and dense rainforest give way to heath and moorland before reaching the granite moonscapes of Kibo Peak.
Comparison to Mount Meru
Much less technical, but with a higher altitude
Good to know
You may choose between two hiking alternatives to tackle Meru at a faster or somewhat slower pace.
Here are some factors that may influence conquering Mount Kilimanjaro:
Knowledgable and professional guides are extremely important, they know the weather conditions and what is and isn't possible when summiting. They can also give you sound advice to help you get up the mountain.
Being physically fit is important and is a key factor in summiting Kilimanjaro. Adequate preparation is important, but you do not need to be a super athlete to get to the top.
The dry season is a much better time to climb the mountain, the wet season can make certain routes much more challenging.
Longer routes generally give more time to acclimatise to altitude, whereas shorter ones may be harder to climb as the elevation gain is much higher in a shorter period of time
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$1500 USD
This is a scenic 8 to 9 day trek known as the “Whiskey Route,” offering diverse landscapes and a high summit success rate.
Summit success
Scenic
Challenging
8 - 9 days
Tours for this route:
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$1910 USD
The Lemosho Route on Mount Kilimanjaro is a longer, less crowded trek offering stunning scenery, great acclimatization, and one of the highest summit success rates.
Scenic
Remote
Successful
9 - 10 days
Tours for this route:
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$2615 USD
This is the longest and most scenic trek, circling the mountain allows for excellent acclimatisation and a high summit success.
Scenic
Remote
Summit success
11 days
Tours for this route:
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$1365 USD
Known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” is the easiest and only path with hut accommodations, but has lower summit success rates.
Popular
Comfortable
Challenging
7 - 8 days
Tours for this route:
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$1500 USD
This route is the shortest, steepest and most physically demanding of all. It is well known for its challenging nature and is perfect for expert hikers.
Steep
Remote
Challenging
8 days
Tours for this route:
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$2615 USD
This short, steep, and adventurous path offers dramatic scenery and a thrilling summit approach.
Steep
Adventure
Scenic
11 days
Tours for this route:
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$1500 USD
The Rongai Route on Mount Kilimanjaro approaches from the north, offering a quieter, gradual climb with a high chance of summit success.
Quiet
Gradual
Reliable
8 - 9 days
Tours for this route:
We offer a package for those that want to experience the best of both worlds
