Fly to
Kilimanjaro (for Northern Tanzania), Dar es Salaam (for Selous, Ruaha, Zanzibar)
flying time
11 hours 30 minutes including transit stop
time difference
GMT +3 hours
Visas
Required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow fever certificate required
Best time to travel
December - March, July - October
Weather
Due to Tanzania's proximity to the equator the climate is generally warm year round ranging between 25°C to 32°C, there are however regional variations. With two rain seasons, the 'short rains' fall between November and December whilst the 'long rains' between February and into early May. The best time to travel to Tanzania is between December and March and July and October.
Itineraries
Kilimanjaro - Machame Route
Highlights - Take reputedly the most scenic route to climb the tallest freestanding mountain in the world... Read more ...
Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route
Highlights - Reputed to be the easiest of the routes, Marangu is the most comfortable in terms of facilities and is considered to be one of the most scenic trails... Read more ...
Selous & Ruaha
Highlights -Take advantage of your lodge’s fantastic location by heading out on a walking, boating or jeep safari;take a flight to Ruaha National Park... Read more ...
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Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa, standing at 19,340 feet (5,896m). Located in Northern Tanzania, bordering Kenya, it also spans five different ecological zones, making it one of the most varied peaks on Earth to climb.
Nearly 800 clients climb Kilimanjaro with A&K every year and we are the only international tour operator with our own dedicated Kilimanjaro climbing operation. We use only the finest mountain apparatus, safety equipment, communications network and specialist tents on the mountain. Safety is our priority, therefore we are one of the few operators carrying oxygen bottles, altitude chambers, first aid kits and multiple communication measures on every climb. All of our guides are trained in first aid, mountain craft, natural history as well as ecological awareness, ensuring a once in a lifetime experience.
The Routes
There are a number of routes to choose from for the Kilimanjaro climb. The durations detailed are the minimum number of days to climb, however we strongly advise additional acclimatisation days where possible. In addition to the detailed Machame route and Marangu route, we can also guide you on the Umbwe and Rongai routes.
Kilimanjaro climbing holidays with Abercrombie & Kent will help you to experince first-hand the wonders of this amazing region.
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Guest Testimonial
This is my first booking with A & K and the whole experiance was outstanding. I would say it was 110%.
- NC, Bath
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