Marangu6-day trek + 2 lodge nights
8 Days Marangu Route
Kilimanjaro’s hut route, approaching through rainforest and open moorland before the summit ascent from Kibo.
Private climbs · responsible support
Climb Mount Kilimanjaro
Choose a carefully paced route supported by experienced mountain guides, daily health monitoring and a dedicated crew from arrival to final descent.
Explore ClimbsAfrica’s highest mountain
The right route—and enough time
Kilimanjaro is a non-technical trek, but altitude, cold and consecutive walking days make it a serious undertaking. We favour thoughtful pacing, clear preparation and honest guidance over rushing to the summit.
Every Legacy climb is private, allowing our team to support your pace while treating the mountain crew fairly and responsibly.
Kilimanjaro itineraries
Choose Your Climb
Eight complete routes and combinations, adjustable around your fitness, dates and wider Tanzania journey.
MaranguMachame6-day trek + 2 lodge nights
8 Days Machame Route
A scenic camping route with varied terrain and a climb-high, sleep-low profile across Kilimanjaro’s southern side.
Rongai6-day trek + 2 lodge nights
8 Days Rongai Route
A quieter northern approach with gradual wilderness trails, Mawenzi views and descent through the Marangu side.
Lemosho7-day trek + 2 lodge nights
9 Days Lemosho Route
Beautiful western scenery and a measured acclimatisation profile across the Shira Plateau toward the southern circuit.
Northern Circuit9-day trek + 2 lodge nights
11 Days Northern Circuit Route
Kilimanjaro’s longest standard approach, circling the quiet northern slopes with generous time for acclimatisation and wide wilderness views.
Umbwe7-day trek + 2 lodge nights
9 Days Umbwe Route
A steep, direct and demanding southern approach for experienced trekkers, joined to a more measured summit schedule from Barranco onward.
Shira8-day trek + 2 lodge nights
10 Days Shira Route
A high western start across the broad Shira Plateau, best for trekkers already comfortable at altitude and seeking expansive volcanic landscapes.
Grand Traverse9-day trek + 2 lodge nights
11 Days Kilimanjaro Grand Traverse
A remote west-to-north traverse combining the Shira Plateau and Kilimanjaro’s quieter northern flank before the final summit approach.
Machame7-day trek + 2 lodge nights
9 Days Machame Route
The Machame route with an additional mountain day to improve pacing and preserve a steadier acclimatisation rhythm.
Lemosho8-day trek + 2 lodge nights
10 Days Lemosho Route
Our recommended Lemosho pace, adding valuable acclimatisation time and a more gradual progression toward summit night.
Mountain & wildlifeLemosho climb + private safari
14 Days Kilimanjaro & Tanzania Safari
Pair a carefully paced Lemosho climb with private game viewing in Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti.
Mountain, wildlife & beachLemosho climb + safari + beach
18 Days Kilimanjaro, Safari & Zanzibar
A complete Tanzania journey combining Kilimanjaro, a private northern safari and restorative time beside the Indian Ocean.
Safety comes first
Supported on every mountain day
Guides monitor wellbeing and acclimatisation throughout the trek. Emergency oxygen accompanies every climb, and climbers must carry high-altitude trekking and evacuation insurance.
Daily health checksEmergency oxygenExperienced mountain guidesPrivate paceResponsible porter careDetailed preparation guidance