Tanzania’s numerous parks and reserves offer many climbing options for the avid explorer.
The most frequent expeditions are obviously to Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru, but there are also other destinations such as the Crater Highlands. Trekking companies will happily put together an itinerary that suits your preferences and our “things to bring” section will help to make sure that you are adequately prepared. It is advisable, especially when climbing at higher altitudes, to take things slowly and allow your body to acclimatize.
Mountaineering is sport, hobby or profession of walking, hiking, backpacking and climbing mountains.
Tanzania’s Mountains vary in height, location, climate etc. Kilimanjaro which is the highest mountain in Africa have attracted many climbers from around the globe. Mount Meru (4566m.) and Ol Donyo Lengai (active volcano) are also popular. Other mountains in Tanzania are Mt. Hanang (3417m.), Longido (2629m.), Usambara Mountains, Mt. Lemagrut, Mt. Lolmalasin, Mt Oldean, Uluguru Mountains, etc.
Every mountain is unique from each other, and this makes it important to be well informed before deciding which one to climb. In Tanzania, most climbers opt for Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. Meru is Africa’s fifth highest peak with fabulous views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the Momela Lakes from the summit. The challenging ascent to the crater of Ol Donyo Lengai passes through some fantastic scenery with panoramic views of the Rift Valley. The trek to the top of Lengai is very steep and a true challenge which is attempted only by hikers with good level of fitness.
Welcome to Your Mountain Adventure
At Gateway East Africa Safaris, we believe every climb is more than just a journey to the summit — it’s a story waiting to be lived. Each step on Kilimanjaro or Mount Meru carries you through shifting worlds: lush rainforests alive with birdsong, sweeping moorlands under endless skies, and alpine deserts where the stars shine brighter than anywhere else on earth.
Our mountain itineraries are carefully designed to balance challenge with comfort, adventure with safety, and breathtaking scenery with unforgettable memories. Whether you choose the classic Marangu Route with its cozy huts, the dramatic Machame Route with its famed Barranco Wall, or the remote Shira Plateau with its sweeping horizons, you’ll find each path offers its own rhythm, its own magic, and its own reward.
This is not just about reaching Uhuru Peak or gazing across the Rift Valley — it’s about the friendships formed on the trail, the quiet moments of reflection above the clouds, and the pride of standing tall at the Roof of Africa.
With Gateway East Africa, your climb is more than an itinerary. It’s an experience crafted with care, authenticity, and East African pride.
Your mountain story begins here. Lets write it together. Please choose from our wide array of Itinerary