Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a life goal for many people. Nearly 40,000 climbers set out to conquer her each year, making Mt. Kilimanjaro one of the most climbed high altitude mountain in the World. Standing at 19,341 feet above sea level, Mt. Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in the world that does not require any mountaineering skills, specialized equipment, or previous experience. However, to climb Mount Kilimanjaro should not be taken lightly. Reaching the summit is physically and mentally challenging, testing the endurance of even the most physically fit Trekkers. Unfortunately Altitude Sicknesses cause many to abandon their Trek before reaching Uhuru Peak. There are six official routes used to trek to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro. While each route arrives at Uhuru peak, they are significantly different. It is important to consider the route’s scenery, difficulty, traffic, acclimatization characteristics and overall summit rate in order to select the route that is best for you.