The Lemosho route is one of the best routes for acclimatization. The route is less used and a beautiful way up to the Shira Plateau. The route is one of the few where groups may be accompanied on the first day by an armed ranger, as the forests around the Lemosho Glades are inhabited by buffalo, elephants, and other wildlife.

This is arguably the most beautiful Kilimanjaro route, and it’s very popular. It begins on the western slope and then skirts around the south of Kibo Peak. You descend the mountain’s southeastern slope via the Mweka route.

This is the only Kilimanjaro route to offer hut accommodation. It’s also very popular, especially among budget tour operators and trekkers. It ascends the eastern slope and you then descend via the same route.

This is the only route that climbs the northern slope and so it’s one of the quietest routes. You descend the mountain’s eastern slope via the Marangu route.

This is the shortest, steepest and hardest Kilimanjaro route. It goes up the southern slope. You descend the mountain's southeastern slope via the Mweka route.