The Kilema Route on Mount Kilimanjaro is the only official cycling path on Africa’s highest mountain, offering a once in a lifetime opportunity to ride through multiple climate zones, from lush rainforests to barren alpine deserts, all the way toward Uhuru Peak (5,895m). This adrenaline pumping adventure blends endurance, nature, and achievement. You’ll cycle up to Horombo Hut (3,720m), push your limits on steep volcanic trails, and—if you’re up for it summit Kilimanjaro on foot before riding part of the descent back down.
Tour Features:
Africa’s only sanctioned highaltitude MTB climb
Summit attempt on foot, with bike portage back on Bike
Guided and supported with our logistics, meals, and medical backup
Ideal for experienced mountain bikers and adventure seekers.
The MTB Tour is only 6 days as the way from the Summit to the Gate is done in 1 day.
Kilema Gate (1,950m) – Camp 1 (2,720m)
Start riding uphill through lush rainforest and moorland
Track is a mix of steep dirt roads and rocky paths
Camp 1 (2,750m) – Horombo Hut (3,700m)
Start riding uphill through lush rainforest and moorland
Track is a mix of steep dirt roads and rocky paths
Acclimatization Ride – Mawenzi Viewpoint (4,300m) Acclimatization day with a ride or hike toward Mawenzi Hut or Zebra Rocks Overnight: Horombo Hut
Acclimatization Ride – Kibo Hut (4,700m)
Overnight: Horombo Hut
Horombo – Kibo Hut (4,700m)
Final summit briefing and early night
overnight Kibo Hut
SUMMIT DAY – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) –Descend to Kilema Gate
Start around midnight for the summit attempt on foot Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, at sunrise
Free Kilimanjaro Packing List with gear necessary for the hike and recommendations from African Wilderness Expeditions experts.
