Trail RunningNordic Walking

Kilimanjaro Summit

Trail Running and Nordic Walking covering 10 km to 67 km with up to 3,790 m D+ in Moshi (Kilimanjaro, Tanzania)

LocationMoshi, Kilimandscharo Region, TanzaniaShow on map(3.0668° S, 37.3479° E)
Date & StatusJanuary 31, 2027 to February 14, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +3,790 m

Kilimanjaro Summit is an endurance sporting event in Moshi, Kilimandscharo Region, TZ focused on Trail Running and Nordic Walking. Key features include High Altitude, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Snow.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including The Summit - 5895 meters high (67 km, +3,790 m D+), Kilimanjaro Trail Festival (21 km) (21 km, +798 m D+), and Kilimanjaro Trail Festival (10 km) (10 km, +380 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from January 31, 2027 to February 14, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailtobealive.fr).

Official website
Kilimanjaro Summit in Moshi (Work: "Snowshoe Trail", Photo: Christoph Strässler, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Snowshoe Trail" · Photo: Christoph Strässler · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

High AltitudeMountainNature & Off-RoadSnowMulti-Day

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
The Summit - 5895 meters highNordic Walking67 km+3,790 m2,249 m - 3,841 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Kilimanjaro Trail Festival (21 km)Trail Running21 km+798 m2,252 m - 2,587 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Kilimanjaro Trail Festival (10 km)Trail Running10 km+380 m2,255 m - 2,415 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
67 km
Elevation gain
+3,790 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,790 m D-
Altitude range
2,249 m - 3,841 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
11.3 % / 20.3 %
Course format
Loop course
67 km+3,790 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N102030405060FS3.0668° S, 37.3479° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2,249 m to 3,841 m above sea level (+3,790 m D+, -3,790 m D-)

Peak: 3,841 m·at 26.1 km·Ø 11.3 %
2,249 m2,780 m3,310 m3,841 m0 km13.4 km26.8 km40.2 km53.6 km67 km3,841 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Kilimanjaro Summit take place?

Kilimanjaro Summit takes place in Moshi, Kilimandscharo Region, TZ (start area at coordinates 3.0668° S, 37.3479° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from January 31, 2027 to February 14, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Kilimanjaro Summit?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including The Summit - 5895 meters high (67 km, +3,790 m D+), Kilimanjaro Trail Festival (21 km) (21 km, +798 m D+), and Kilimanjaro Trail Festival (10 km) (10 km, +380 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Nordic Walking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Kilimanjaro Summit?

The main competition (The Summit - 5895 meters high over 67 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,790 m of elevation gain and -3,790 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2,249 m and 3,841 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Kilimanjaro Summit?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailtobealive.fr).