Climbing Kilimanjaro

Best Time to Visit


Kilimanjaro can be climbed all year round. However, the best times to visit are during the the warmer, drier months. January through Mid-March and July through September are good months to climb.

Kilimanjaro has two rainy seasons - long and short - which should be avoided. The long rainy season begins in mid-March and continues until the end of May. The short rainy season begins in November and continues until mid-December.

However, note that Kilimanjaro's weather is unpredictable. All climbers should be prepared for rain and cold regardless of the time of year.