Choose from three routes to the summit of the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Kilimanjaro rises out of the African plains and is a breathtaking sight. On summit morning you’ll stand way above the cloud and watch the sun rise – we promise you it will remain one of the most vivid memories that you will ever have. You’ll feel regenerated after all the hard work.

Mount Kilimanjaro is remote, alluring and, simply put, awe inspiring. Starting close to Kilimanjaro on the dusty plains of equatorial Africa and trekking to near arctic conditions at the summit of Kilimanjaro; you will pass through tropical rain forest, moorland and alpine desert onto snow and ice. Your fist trip to Kilimanjaro will be nothing short of dramatic.

Located in Northern Tanzania and bordering Kenya, Kilimanjaro dominates the landscape. This, the worlds largest fee-standing mountain is in fact an extinct volcano and must be one of life's most impressive sights.

Kilimanjaro attracts nature enthusiasts as well as mountain climbers with the its distinctive eco-systems; also the accent to this majestic peak is a non-technical climb. Having said this Kilimanjaro also affords a full mountaineering experience, as the assent has its challenges and rewards. You must be in a strong physical condition attempt to climb Kilimanjaro which typically takes five days. It is better, if you are able, to coordinate your assent to the summit with the light of the full moon.

As the climb is classed as non-technical often climbers will underestimate the fineness level required to enjoy their trip and to succeed in climbing to the summit of Kilimanjaro. You should be comfortable in walking four to eight hours per day. The accent to the summit being the most demanding day of all; usually taking eight hours on the steep accent to Uhuru Peak and another seven hours on the decent of Kilimanjaro; this requires both strength and endurance. The secret, if there is one, is in taking the climb slowly; Kilimanjaro stands at an extreme high altitude and all too often this is underestimated; Uhuru Peak stands at 5,680 meters above sea level.

Best Times of Year to go really depend on what you want as Kilimanjaro can be trekked all year, with advantages and disadvantages each month. Mid December to March are the warmest months and fairly free from clouds. April and early May has heavy clouds, rain and even occasional snow blizzards; the mountain has few climbers this time of year. By late June to the end of August it is very cold at night with a clear sky above 3000 meters and fantastic views. September and October the mountain is warmer with October usually having little or no rain and mild temperatures. November to mid-December has the short rains with the possibility of thunderstorms in the afternoons - and occasional heavy snow towards the summit.