Africa’s great volcanic peaks offer some of the most accessible high-altitude trekking in the world. Climb Kilimanjaro, the continent’s highest summit, via the scenic Lemosho Route, or trek Mount Kenya’s glaciers and alpine moorlands on the classic Sirimon–Chogoria route. Small-group, guided expeditions for every level of climber.
Mount Kenya, Kenya – February 2027
In the heart of Africa rises Mount Kenya, the continent’s second highest peak and one of its most spectacular…
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania – December 2026 & March 2027
As one of the Seven Summits, Kilimanjaro is best experienced via the Lemosho Route, which offers stunning scenery and…
Kilimanjaro (5,895 m) is the highest mountain in Africa and the classic: 9 days on the Lemosho Route, one of the most scenic, with plenty of time to acclimatise on the way up. No climbing technique is needed; the challenge is the altitude.
Mount Kenya is the quieter option: 6 days crossing the mountain from Sirimon to Chogoria, through alpine moorland and past glacial lakes, up to Point Lenana (4,985 m). It is shorter, far less crowded, and a very good first high-altitude trek. We compare the two in Mount Kenya vs Kilimanjaro.
Both mountains are best in the dry seasons. On Kilimanjaro, the driest periods are January to early March and June to October; on Mount Kenya, January to February and July to September. More detail in the best time to climb Kilimanjaro and in our guides to Tanzania and Kenya.
Do I need climbing experience for Kilimanjaro?
No. The Lemosho Route is a trek with no technical sections. What you need is good fitness and time to acclimatise, which is why our itinerary runs 9 days.
Is Mount Kenya harder than Kilimanjaro?
Point Lenana (4,985 m) is lower than Kilimanjaro’s summit (5,895 m) and the trek is shorter, so the altitude asks less of you. It is a non-technical trek, with a long and cold summit morning like Kilimanjaro’s.
What is the best time to climb Kilimanjaro?
The driest months, January to early March and June to October. The heavy rains come between March and May.
Can you organise a climb for my own group?
Yes. If you are travelling with friends or your own group, get in touch and we will look at dates and options with you.