Classic Kilimanjaro Treks

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the world’s most iconic adventures — a true test of determination, spirit, and resilience. Our standard treks offer the classic Kilimanjaro experience: hiking through ancient rainforests, crossing vast alpine deserts, and pushing toward the snows of Uhuru Peak with a skilled and friendly mountain crew by your side. These routes are designed for hikers seeking an authentic, back-to-basics ascent where the reward is earned step by step and every moment on the mountain feels raw, real, and unforgettable.

Accommodation is in well-maintained mountain tents or shared huts (depending on the route), with a warm sleeping bag, hearty meals prepared by your camp cook, and a shared dining tent where climbers gather each evening. It’s a simple, communal style of trekking — the way generations of climbers have experienced Kilimanjaro. Your guides handle altitude monitoring, safety, logistics, and motivation, while porters manage all equipment and camp setup, leaving you free to focus on the journey, the changing landscapes, and the excitement of taking on Africa’s highest mountain. Classic, challenging, and immensely rewarding — this is Kilimanjaro in its purest form.

All itineraries below are operated by Simba Safaris Tanzania