Mount Kilimanjaro Map And Routes

Mount Kilimanjaro Routes Map

Mount Kilimanjaro Map And Routes shows each route with each of the designed camps that climbers will path through and camp for their overnight until they reach the summit of Uhuru Peak on Kilimanjaro, these maps pinpoints all Kilimanjaro climbing routes such as Machame route, Marangu route, Lemosho Route, Rongai Route, Northern circuit and Umbwe Route.

Mount KilimanjaroMap And Routes shows each route with each of the designed camps that climbers will path through and camp for their overnight until they reach the summit of their Uhuru peak on Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro Marangu Route Map

The Marangu route on Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the most crowded and luxurious routes due to its hut accommodations along the trail. This route is about is more than 72 Km to the summit and begins at 1,860 meters (6,100 feet) and reaches Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet). Marangu route is commonly referred to as "Coca-cola" due to its comfort huts along the way

Mandara hut (2,700 meters / 8,858 feet): Your Kilimanjaro adventure begins here. Nestled in the lush rainforest, Mandara Hut provides a scenic start to your journey.
Horombo Hut (3,720 meters / 12,205 feet): After a day's hike, you'll reach Horombo Hut. This camp offers stunning views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks and provides the first sense of higher altitude.
Kibo Hut (4,700 meters / 15,420 feet): Your final camp before the summit push, Kibo Hut is frankly beautiful but lacks the lushness of the lower camps. It's here that you'll rest before your early morning ascent to Uhuru Peak.

Mount Kilimanjaro Map And Routes - Machame Route

Mount Kilimanjaro Map And Routes pinpoints this famous and most favorite route among trekkers in a very special way, the Machame route is among the most special route for trekking Mount Kilimanjaro with unique terrain and scenic beauty like no other. The Machame route covers more than 62 Km to the top and the tour starts at an elevation of 1,490 meters.

Machame Camp (3,010 meters / 9,875 feet): This camp marks the start of your Kilimanjaro Machame route journey. Set in the rainforest, it offers a calm environment for your first night on the Kilimanjaro mountain.
Shira Camp (3,845 meters / 12,615 feet): After a very daring hike through the heath and moorland, you will very much so arrive at Shira camp, Shira has the best view of the Shira plateau.
Barranco Camp (3,960 meters / 12,995 feet): Situated in the Great Barranco Valley, this camp is known for its dramatic setting beneath the Barranco Wall. It's a vital stop at Barranco camp for acclimatization, acclimatizing at Kilimanjaro mountain is vital to your hike.
Karanga Camp (4,035 meters / 13,238 feet): Positioned on a rocky ridge, Karanga Camp offers broad views and prepares you for the final ascent.
Barafu Camp (4,680 meters / 15,357 feet): The last camp before your summit push, Barafu Camp is stark and windy. Rest up here before the ultimate challenge.

Mount Kilimanjaro Map And Routes - Lemosho Route

The Lemosho route is one of the scenic routes on Mount Kilimanjaro Map And Routes, the route is more than 70 Km from the summit and the chance of succeding to reach the Uhuru summit is 85%-90%. The Lemosho route has recently become popular among hikers competing with the likes of Machame and Marangu due to its scenery and overall terrain of this trail. The route camps are as adventurous as they come, here are the Lemosho route camps as allocated by Mount Kilimanjaro Map And Routes:

Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters / 6,890 feet): While not a camp, this is your entry point to the Lemosho Route. You'll complete the paperwork and start your hike here.
Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters / 9,250 feet): Your journey begins in the rainforest, with the first camp at Mti Mkubwa, surrounded by colossal trees.
Shira 1 Camp (3,505 meters / 11,500 feet): Your route joins the Machame Route briefly, and you'll camp at Shira 1, surrounded by the vast Shira Plateau.
Shira 2 Camp (3,840 meters / 12,600 feet): A higher-altitude camp on the Shira Plateau, offering stunning views of the landscape.
Barranco Camp (3,960 meters / 12,995 feet): You'll join the Machame Route again at Barranco Camp for a night, taking advantage of its excellent acclimatization opportunities.
Karanga Camp (4,035 meters / 13,238 feet): A critical stop before the summit push, Karanga Camp is hanging on a rocky ridge with broad views.
Barafu Camp (4,680 meters / 15,357 feet): Your final camp before the summit push, Barafu Camp is stark and windy. It's here you'll rest before the ultimate challenge.

Mount Kilimanjaro Rongai Route Map

The Rongai route as observed on Mount Kilimanjaro Map And Routes is the only route that approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the north, this route covers a distance of more than 73 Km to reach the summit and the Rongai route tour starts at an altitude of 1950 meters high.

Rongai Gate (1,950 meters / 6,400 feet): Your Rongai adventure begins at the gate, where you'll start your ascent through a less-traveled path.
Simba Camp (2,625 meters / 8,611 feet): This is the first camp on the Rongai Route, the route offers lush surroundings and a quieter start to your trek.
Second Cave (3,450 meters / 11,319 feet): As you ascend, the landscape changes, and you'll spend a night at Second Cave, surrounded by heath and moorland.
Kikelewa Camp (3,600 meters / 11,811 feet): This camp provides excellent acclimatization opportunities as you prepare for higher altitudes.
Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330 meters / 14,206 feet): Situated near the spectacular Mawenzi Peak, this camp is a true gem and offers incredible scenery.
Kibo Hut (4,700 meters / 15,420 feet): Your final camp before the summit push, Kibo Hut is starkly beautiful but lacks the lushness of the lower camps. It's here that you'll rest before your early morning ascent to Uhuru Peak.

Mount Kilimanjaro Northern circuit Route Map

Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters / 6,890 feet): Similar to the Lemosho Route, you'll start your journey at Londorossi Gate.
Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters / 9,250 feet): Your initial camp is located in the rainforest, offering a serene start to your adventure.
Shira 1 Camp (3,505 meters / 11,500 feet): Joining the Machame Route temporarily, you'll camp at Shira 1 with expansive views of Shira Plateau.
Shira 2 Camp (3,840 meters / 12,600 feet): Located on the Shira Plateau, this camp provides breathtaking vistas of the surrounding landscape.
Moir Hut (4,200 meters / 13,780 feet): Offering solitude and an opportunity for acclimatization, Moir Hut is a quiet stop before you join the Northern Circuit.
Buffalo Camp (4,020 meters / 13,189 feet): As you board on the Northern Circuit, Buffalo Camp offers a sense of remoteness and tranquillity.
Third Cave Camp (3,870 meters / 12,697 feet): A quiet camp situated in the heath and moorland, providing a peaceful night's rest.
School Hut (4,750 meters / 15,584 feet): Your final camp before the summit push, School Hut is well-named, as it's a place to learn about the challenges ahead and prepare for your ascent.

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