Photos taken by Chrissy Dunmore on her ascent to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.

Kilimanjaro-Marangu Trek!

Our exhilarating 6-day hike of Mount Kilimanjaro includes the services of a leader and local mountain guide, porters to carry gear, and accommodation in mountain huts.

'Shining Mountain' tour information

For serious mountain walkers, the most appealing way to experience East Africa is to ascend Kilimanjaro.

It is one of the world's most impressive sights soaring in majestic isolation above the game-filled plains to 5895m.

6-day Accommodated 'Kili' Trek

Starting the hike at 1800m you'll trek the classic Marangu Route staying in dormitory huts on the mountain.

As we gain altitude, we walk through distinct climatic zones - tropical rainforest, heath and moorland, alpine deserts and scree slopes to Gilman's Point.

Then, if feeling up to it, we make the final push to Uhuru Peak (5895m).

Reaching the top may not by any means be the ultimate goal.

There are magnificent views to be seen on the way and diverse flora and fauna to be enjoyed.

See details of our other trips to Tanzania.