Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and one of the most accessible high-altitude summits in the world. You do not need technical climbing skills or special equipment to reach the summit of Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres above sea level. What you need is fitness, acclimatisation time, determination, and a good guide. The mountain sits in northern Tanzania near the Kenyan border and is visible from much of the surrounding landscape, including Amboseli National Park on clearmornings. Kilimanjaro is technically a dormant volcano, and its peak is home to glaciers that are, unfortunately, retreating rapidly due to climate change. There are several routes to the summit. The Machame Route, sometimes called the Whiskey Route, is the most popular and offers a good balance of scenery and acclimatisation. The Lemosho Route is longer and considered one of the most scenic and rewarding. The Marangu Route, nicknamed the Coca-Cola Route, is the only one withdormitory-style hut accommodation and is often chosen for its relative comfort on the lower slopes. The best time to climb Kilimanjaro is during the two main dry seasons: January to March and June to October. These windows offer the clearest skies, the most stable weather on the upper mountain, and the best summit visibility. Most climbs take between five and nine days depending on the route chosen, with longer routes giving your body more time to adjust to altitude. Summit successrates rise significantly with more acclimatisation time. The mountain is accessed via Kilimanjaro International Airport near Arusha or Moshi. Climbing Kilimanjaro is a life-changing physical challenge, and reaching the roof of Africa at sunrise is one of the most rewarding moments any traveller can have