This splendid mountain is commonly referred to as the "Rooftop of Africa" and is recommended for tourists who can endure the climb and is definitely an attraction for seasoned trekkers as well as new climbers. The awe-inspiring views that tourists can avail from their ascent and descent consist of the Amboseli National Park, Rift Valley and the Masai Steppe.
There are several routes that have been officially identified for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro including Machame, Marangu, Rongai, Londorossi Lemosho, Umbwe, Shira and Mweka (descent only).