Kili Trekking 
As wide as all the world, great, high and unbelievably white in the sun was the square top of Kilimanjaro." - Ernest Hemmingway, The Snows of Kilimanjaro Kilimanjaro with its gleaming glaciers, is a magnificent mountain. It stands majestically amidst vast open plains, inviting you to the challenge to climb to the top through the farms, rain forest, pass through the moorland, to highland desert and witness the eternal snow on "The  Roof of Africa."

The Mountain Kilimanjaro stands 330 kms south of the equator, on the 
northern boundary of Tanzania. Its location on an open plain close to 
the Indian Ocean, and its great size and height strongly influence the 
climate and thus its vegetation, animal life and climbing conditions. Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa. It is composed of three extinct volcanoes: Kibo 5895m (19340ft), Mawenzi 5149m (16896ft), and Shira 3962m (13000ft).

It is one of the worlds highest free standing mountains, its bulk looming 4800m above an undulating plain that averages 1000m above sea level. On a clear day, it can be seen from more then 150 kms away. Its peak is permanently snow covered, though only 3 degrees below the equator. Kilimanjaro can be climbed by any physically fit person. No climbing experience is necessary.

Weather
Kilimanjaro can be climbed at any time of the year, but there are two 
rainy seasons - Late March to Mid June and October to November. The 
best Months are January to March and July to October, usually cloudless 
days. During the day temperature at 4000m tends to be 15°C. When the 
sun is covered,temperatures drop. At night, temperature falls to -10°C. At the summit, temperatures are about 5°C during the day and drop to between -18°C and -22°C at night.

Miscellaneous

Porters and guides accompany each group. The Kilimanjaro Central 
Control Unit has a reliable, equipped rescue team on the Marangu route. Equipment such as sleeping bags, mountain boots, thick sweaters, balaclava, gloves and so on are required, but we can arrange to have this equipment rented and ready for you to use. Kilimanjaro is not just a mountain to conquer, but also changing scenes and landscapes to enjoy, and rich in a wide variety of birdlife, flora and fauna. Mount Kilimanjaro climbing Routes

Accomodation
A larger, central communal living, surrounded by a village of small 
sleeping huts along the Marangu Route. Other routes lack the essential 
facilities available along the Marangu Route.

Hotels along the route 

Mt. Inn
Situated about 6 kms out of Moshi Town on the way to 
Marangu, Mt. Inn is a budget standard lodge. Accommodation consists of 14 doubles and 4 single rooms each of them having a private bath with hot 
water showers. The hotel is surrounded by a beautiful garden. Facilities include a bar and balcony resturant.


Marangu Hotel
Situated on the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro, 6 kilometres 
from the point from where climbers begin and end their climb. It stands in twelve acres of mature, well laid out gardens. It offers magnificent views of Kilimanjaro's twin peaks - ice capped Kibo and rocky Mawenzi. Guest accommodation is provided in cottages around the grounds. All rooms have private bathrooms with bath or shower. For recreation, the hotel has a croquet lawn. 


Capricorn Hotel
Situated at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro at an altitude of 1,700 meters and located less then three kms from the Marangu gate. The Hotel has 25 
ensuite self contained rooms, overlooking the surrounding gardens and 
lush greenery.


Protea Aishi Machame
Situated at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Aishi is located a few kilometres from the Machame Gate where climbers commence their ascent of this most majestic mountain by way of the picturesque Machame Trail. All en-suite bedrooms have just been completely refurbished and a restaurant and bar is available at the hotel. Nature walks and cultural tours around the 
area can also be organised by the hotel.

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