Climbing Kilimanjaro in July

6 days—Climbing Kilimanjaro in July stands as the best time to trek Africa's Kilimanjaro, offering optimal trekking conditions with a price from $1200 pp.

$1200-2800 USD

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Safari summary

Climbing Kilimanjaro in July is the best time to trek Africa's Kilimanjaro and stands as an exceptional and rewarding hiking adventure amidst Tanzania's captivating landscapes. July signifies the start of the peak climbing season, offering optimal trekking conditions along the mountain's renowned routes. The weather tends to be drier and colder, especially at higher elevations, yet it provides clear skies and excellent visibility, allowing climbers to relish stunning panoramic views. The trails exhibit striking vistas and diverse terrain, with the mountain adorned in lush greenery following the rainy season. Despite the colder temperatures, July remains an ideal time for climbers to embark on this iconic journey, benefiting from favorable weather conditions and picturesque surroundings, ensuring a memorable ascent up Africa's tallest peak. Best tour to consider is 6-day Machame route, other tours are 7-day Lemosho route, 8-day Lemosho route, 7-day Machame route, 5 and 6 days Marangu route.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Photography safari—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals

What’s not included?

Park fees
Visas

Itinerary

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Kilimanjaro

Embark on the Machame route journey from the gate, trekking 11 km through the lush rainforest for 5-7 hours. Arrive at Machame Camp, nestled at 10,200 feet, to settle in, surrounded by the forest's serenity, marking the start of your ascent.

Machame Camp

Machame Camp to Shira Campsite

Kilimanjaro

Continue the climb, traversing through varied terrain for 4-6 hours, covering 9 km. Reach Shira Campsite at 12,600 feet, encountering the alpine moorland and capturing panoramic vistas, preparing for the next day's challenge.

Shira Campsite

Shira Camp to Barranco Valley

Kilimanjaro

Trek for 5-7 hours, covering 15 km, passing Lava Tower en route to Barranco Valley. Navigate diverse landscapes, including the striking Barranco Wall, fostering acclimatization before reaching Barranco Camp.

Barranco Valley

Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

Conquer Barranco Wall, trekking for 6–8 hours across 9 km, ascending to Barafu Camp at 13,000ft. Prepare for the summit bid, resting at this high campsite amidst the challenging alpine desert.

Barafu Camp

Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp

Kilimanjaro

Barafu Camp to Summit (5895 m/19,343 ft), down to Mweka Camp (3090 m/10,150 ft). Begin the ascent to the summit in the early hours, climbing for 5-7 hours. Descend to Mweka Camp over 5–6 hours, covering 6 km up and 13 km down, commemorating your summit victory before descending.

Mweka Camp

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Kilimanjaro

Descend through the rainforest, trekking 10 km for 3–4 hours. Arrive at Mweka Gate, concluding your remarkable Kilimanjaro adventure, celebrating the journey's end and your triumphant summit achievement.

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