Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro holds a magical attraction for adventurers, trekkers and everyone who hold Africa dear. It is more than Africa's highest peak it is a symbol of Africa's diversity, challenges and fierce beauty. Created through volcanic turmoil it stands 5895m above sea level and straddles both Tanzania and Kenya.

Kilimanjaro is a demanding mountain with climates ranging from lush rain forest, home to Colobus monkeys, harsh unforgiving volcanic scree to the defining snow-cap, this mountain is a delight to behold and a triumph to summit

GoVertical's experienced team will look after you from tropical base of Kilimanjaro to the icy nights nearer the summit. After a challenging day of hiking, your tented camp will be set up for you & a freshly prepared hot meal served on arrival at camp.

A taxing ascent of Mt Kilimanjaro, the Machame route is renowned for its spectacular scenery. Winding up the Western slopes of Kilimanjaro lush rain forest gives way to vistas of Shira, Kili's oldest volcano & Mt Meru in the distance.

Onwards & upwards through volcanic boulders, the huge Lava tower & giant Barranco Wall. A trek through boulder strewn desert with awesome views of Kibo bring us to the Karanga Valley & finally the last camp Barafu (meaning ice) before our midnight approach of Uhuru peak, the highest point in Africa at 5895m from Stella point.

Return is via the Mweka route on the Southern Slopes of Kilimanjaro. From Departure to the summit & back home 9 days total.

The Rongai Route ascends Kilimanjaro from the North Eastern side. A scenic & less travelled route it starts out from Nare moru a farming area, winding Southwards through rain forest past natural caves & opening up to views of the jagged Mawenzi peaks.

With 2 nights at Mawenzi Tarn, you're able to acclimatize successfully while exploring the second oldest volcano on Kilimanjaro - Mawenzi 5149m. We then trek Westwards across the saddle & tackle Uhuru peak 5895m on Kibo via Gillman's point.

Descend via Marangu route the last night on Kili at Horombo camp. From Departure to the summit & back home nine days in total.

The journey to the summit of Kilimanjaro is demanding & climbers need to be physically fit & prepared. We believe in maximizing your chances of a successful climb by providing:
QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED MOUNTAINEERING GUIDES- climb Kilimanjaro with you.
ADVICE- on weather, conditions, rescue procedures, common ailments including altitude sickness & hypothermia
TRAINING- To encourage you to train in the mountains we offer GoVertical's Kilimanjaro clients discount on our other South African adventures.GEAR- Professional advice on gear for the trek.
ACCLIMATISATION- All routes guided by GoVertical include an extra day for acclimatization, 7 days on Kilimanjaro.

Our Kilimanjaro trek includes return flights from Johannesburg (optional) to Kilimanjaro, transfers, tents, food, porters, guides, rescue and park fees and accommodation at hotel before and after the climb. All you need to is concentrate on enjoying the ultimate African trek to Uhuru, the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro
WEATHER - IT IS POSSIBLE TO CLIMB KILIMANJARO ALL YEAR ROUND
December to February and June to October are the driest months on the mountain
ACCESS
Closest airport: Kilimanjaro Tanzania. Closest towns Arusha or Moshi. All GoVertical treks include transfers from/ to Kilimanjaro Airports, Moshi and the Park gates.
FACILITIES
GoVertical chooses to patronize either the Impala Hotel or the Snowcrest Hotel in Moshi. These 4 star hotels offer secure accommodation & a range of comprehensive services including restaurants, forex facilities.
ON MT KILIMANJARO
The treks are all fully porter supported. Camp is set up by porters at designated campsites, All meals are prepared by staff. All gear is carried to the camps by porters, all you need to carry is a day pack with your personal gear for the day.