Kilimanjaro
Our climbs start from $490 per person. Here is what moves the price.
Our climbs
Starting prices. The final price depends on group size and dates, and is confirmed in your quote.
What moves the price
Days on the mountain
Each extra day adds park fees, crew time and food.
Route
Some routes need longer drives, more camps or special permits.
Group size
Fixed costs are shared, so larger groups often pay less each.
Crew
Guides, cooks and porters are paid per day. Fair pay is part of the price.
Park fees
Charged per person per day and a large part of any quote.
Extras
Gear hire, hotel nights and transfers before and after.
Before you accept a quote
A much lower price usually leaves something out. Ask what.
Example: 7-day Machame
Included
Not included
A mid-range Tanzania safari typically costs around US $250–450 per person per day, so a 5-day northern-circuit safari usually lands between US$1,500 and US$2,500 per person sharing. Budget camping safaris can be lower; luxury lodge and fly-in safaris run higher. A large share of the price is fixed government park and concession fees, not operator profit, which is why prices rarely drop below a certain floor.
All our Kilimanjaro packages include: park and conservation fees, an experienced lead guide and assistant guide, all porters, full board meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner, hot drinks), camping equipment (tent, sleeping mat, dining tent), rescue fee, and airport transfers. Excluded: international flights, Tanzania visa, personal gear, tips, and travel insurance.
Yes: travel insurance with high-altitude medical evacuation cover is mandatory for all Kilimanjaro climbers. Your policy must cover helicopter evacuation and repatriation up to 6,000m. We recommend policies from World Nomads, SafetyWing, or Battleface.
Yes. A deposit of roughly 20–35% to confirm a booking is standard practice across reputable Tanzanian operators, with the balance due before or on arrival. Operators need the deposit to pre-pay park permits and reserve lodges. Be cautious of anyone demanding 100% upfront with no contract, or who only accepts untraceable payment methods.
The two best seasons are January–February (short dry season) and June–October (long dry season). These months offer stable weather, clear skies, and the best summit views. Avoid April–May (long rains) when trails are wet and muddy. March and November are shoulder months: possible but wetter.
You don't need to be an elite athlete, but you should be able to hike 6–8 hours per day at altitude. We recommend training with 3–4 months of regular hiking (ideally on hilly terrain), cardiovascular exercise, and at least one multi-day hike before your climb. Previous experience at altitude is helpful but not essential.
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From, per person
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From, per person
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From, per person
$1,600
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