Exploring the Various Routes to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

Is adventure, fun and thrill what you are looking for? Then you must make a plan to trek the tallest free standing mountain of the world, i.e. the Mount Kilimanjaro that is soaring above the undulating tea plantation and low hills of the northeastern Tanzania. Mt. Kilimanjaro is also the highest mountain peak in Africa and is 19340 feet (5891.8 m) high. Trekking Kilimanjaro is once in a lifetime experience that every adventurer must experience and enjoy the out of the world landscapes and experience the sunrise from the roof of Africa. There are various routes via which you can reach the summit of the mountain and every route has its own story to tell. So it is up to you which route to choose!

Below are the 5 popular routes recommended by experienced hikers: •Marangu Route: •Marangu route which is also known as the Coca Cola route is considered to be the easiest routes by hikers to reach the Uhuru peak (top) of Mt. Kilimanjaro. But unfortunately the success rate is lower. According to KINAPA’s official figures only 42% of climbers have successfully reached the summit via this route. But it is also a fact that, this is the only route that offers comfortable sleeping huts that are equipped with beds and mattresses. •Machame Route: •Machame route is the most popular, successful and beautiful trekking route to the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. It takes 5 nights and 6 days to acclimatize with this picturesque route and hence reach the Uhuru summit successfully.

•Umbwe Route: •Umbwe route is known for the caves and is the shortest route to the Southern Glaciers and the Western breach. It is the most scenic and non technical route to climb the Mount Kilimanjaro. •Shira Route: •Shira route is one of the most fascinating routes to trek Mount Kilimanjaro. The spectacular views make trekking a more soothing experience. You can drive 4 wheeler vehicles in this route depending on the weather conditions.

•Lemosho Route: •Lemosho route is considered as the most quieter routes to Kilimanjaro, but is also the longest route! It is the most picturesque and unspoilt routes and the wilderness can be experienced while crossing through the beautiful forests and moorlands. •Along with these 5 routes there are many other routes too, like Rongai route, Mweka route and much more. And to avoid any confusion while choosing a suitable and favorable route for you to reach Uhuru summit of Mount Kilimanjaro successfully, hire the expert tour operators and guides. Know more about the Kilimanjaro climbing tours here.

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