Kilimanjaro trekking time: You have just got an idea of planning a Kilimanjaro trip! Great, but you may be asking yourself how and when to do it! Below on this page we have compiled information we have obtained from several trips we have organized to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. You will get almost all the information you will need to make a successfully Kilimanjaro trip from best time for trek, choosing the right and best route to equipment you will need for your Kilimanjaro trekking.
Best time recommended for Kilimanjaro trekking time.
Unlike Europe, Tanzania does not have summer and winter time instead the country only experience the dry and rain months due to its closeness to Earth’s equator. Though one can climb Kilimanjaro at any time of the year the driest and warmest months are recommended for Kilimanjaro climbing as the cold weather is not suitable for trekking in such high peaks capped with heavy ice. The best Months are January, February and September which are also the busiest months on the mountain with clear skies therefore, making it possible to see Kilimanjaro summit in the mornings and evenings.
The end of March to early June is the rain season making it difficult for visibility due to heavy clouds covering the mountain. June, July, and August are good months for trekking Kilimanjaro but it is windy and colder on the top. September and October still the best, the short rains start from November to early of December.
Best route recommend for Kilimanjaro trekking.
Depending on your hiking experience some routes are best for first climbers while others are best for experienced mountaineers.
For the first time climbers the Marangu or Rongai will power their summit success. The routes offer moderate treks and short walking hours between the camps. Marangu is the shortest and easiest route the top and is the only route with comfort beds at each campsite whereby accommodations are offered in huts unlike other routes where you spend the nights in the tents on the camping ground. Rongai offers fantastic views of the mountain from every turn, it is the one of the two Kilimanjaro routes with possibility of seeing wild animals on the way as you trek up. The accommodation is in tents on the camping ground and Rongai route joins the Marangu route at Kibo huts and the descend is through the Marangu spending the last nights at Horombo huts with other climbers who trek up and down the Marangu so you can expect the crowned night at this camp. Kilimanjaro trekking time.
If you have some trekking experiences the Machame and Lemosho routes are recommend for you. These two routes offer fantastic view from different points but are physical demanding through require commitment. Like Rongai route the Lemosho route offers chance for wild animals viewing on the first and second day of your trek. You will be accompanied by an armed ranger. The Shira route is beautiful but can be hard and challenging. The most difficult route on the mountain you can try is the Umbwe route and it is best for people with good hiking experience.
How many days are recommended for trekking?
Unless you go for day hike on Marangu route, the minimum days to climb Kilimanjaro is 5 on either Marangu or Umbwe routes. For the Marangu route anyone can do it for 5 days but Umbwe route is recommended only for hikers that are physically fit and well acclimatized to high altitude. 6 days is recommended on Marangu for better acclimatisation. Kilimanjaro trekking time. Kilimanjaro trekking time. Kilimanjaro trekking time.
Which tour company is recommended for Kilimanjaro treks?
No permission to unauthorized company. All trekking groups who wish to trek Mount Kilimanjaro must use a licensed Kilimanjaro operator employing qualified and experienced mountain guides, cook and porters who will escort you on your trek. The regulation has been implemented since 1991. Choosing a Kilimanjaro operator is of important decision as this will power your climb. You will need a company that has been in the industry for some years and who use experienced guides, well-paid porters and good equipment. An operator that is ready to respond on time in case of any emergency. The last but not least, the safety is on top of all the things while travelling abroad. All being said, using qualified, experienced and caring mountain team is the other half of ensuring a successful trip. Tanzania Adventures is proud to be best local company with amazing team:
Getting into Tanzania. Kilimanjaro trekking time
You can drive or fly into Tanzania, There are several bus services entering Tanzania from its neighbouring countries. Most people choose to fly into Tanzania or Nairobi airport in Kenya. If you fly into Nairobi you will need a connection flight or a 6 hours bus drive to Arusha Tanzania. If you will wish to fly direct into Tanzania Kilimanjaro international airport is recommend since it is close to Moshi and Arusha towns from where Kilimanjaro trekking and safari preparations are conducted. There are other international airports in Tanzania you can fly into – Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar. Make sure you have valid passport, visa and immunisations – you will need a yellow fever inoculation to enter Tanzania. Kilimanjaro trekking time. Kilimanjaro trekking time. Kilimanjaro trekking time.