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Mountain Climbing Kilimanjaro

The Challenge of a Lifetime Awaits

Rongai Route​

Rongai Route​

Kilimanjaro’s only northern approach, the quiet Rongai Route offers a gentle climb ideal for beginners, with views over the Kenyan plains, the chance to spot elephants, and a 7-day itinerary that descends via Marangu so you experience both sides of the mountain.

 
 

Rongai Route

Marangu Route

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Marangu Route

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Marangu Route

Kilimanjaro’s classic “Coca-Cola Route”, the only climb with hut accommodation, now with a 6-day option for extra acclimatisation on your way to Uhuru Peak.

Rongai Route

Kilimanjaro’s quiet northern route, offering a gentle climb ideal for beginners, sweeping views over the Kenyan plains and the chance to spot elephants along the way.

Northern Circuit Route

Kilimanjaro’s longest and most remote route, circling the mountain’s quiet northern slopes with breathtaking panoramas and the highest summit success rate of all.

Lemosho Route

Kilimanjaro’s most scenic route, through rainforest and across the stunning Shira Plateau, with one of the highest summit success rates.

Umbwe Route

Kilimanjaro’s steepest and most thrilling route, a wild 7-day challenge through dense rainforest and rugged ridges for experienced trekkers ready to test their limits.

Choose Your Path to the Roof of Africa

Since 2009, Hidden Valley Safaris has set out to raise the standard of mountain climbing in Tanzania. Built on the experience of our founder and a dedicated team of expert guides and tour consultants, we have spent more than 17 years delivering professional, high-quality Kilimanjaro climbs, achieving a 95% summit success rate with no accidents on the mountain.

Your safety is our highest priority. Every climb carries enough oxygen cylinders for all clients and a comprehensive first aid medical kit, and every climber is registered with AMREF Flying Doctors, providing air ambulance evacuation in the unlikely event of a serious medical emergency. With experienced guides, quality equipment and a team you can trust, you can focus on the adventure of a lifetime.

Kilimanjaro’s famous “Whiskey Route”, a stunning 7-day climb from rainforest to glacier, conquering the Barranco Wall on your way to Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa.

Marangu Route

Kilimanjaro’s classic “Coca-Cola Route”, the only climb with hut accommodation, now with a 6-day option for extra acclimatisation on your way to Uhuru Peak.

Rongai Route

Kilimanjaro’s quiet northern route, offering a gentle climb ideal for beginners, sweeping views over the Kenyan plains and the chance to spot elephants along the way.

Northern Circuit Route

Kilimanjaro’s longest and most remote route, circling the mountain’s quiet northern slopes with breathtaking panoramas and the highest summit success rate of all.

Lemosho Route

Kilimanjaro’s most scenic route, through rainforest and across the stunning Shira Plateau, with one of the highest summit success rates.

Umbwe Route

Kilimanjaro’s steepest and most thrilling route, a wild 7-day challenge through dense rainforest and rugged ridges for experienced trekkers ready to test their limits.