Kilimanjaro Climb Cost
Climbing Kilimanjaro Cost, prices are determined by the route you choose and the duration of the route itinerary.
To give you an elaborate idea of the Mount Kilimanjaro cost, we have a table with most if not all the routes including the cost of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. The decision to choose a route is up to you but it is recommended you discuss with our Mount Kilimanjaro experts depending on your level of expertise in climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.
We Will guide you through in choosing the best suited route for you, whether it is your first time taking on the Kilimanjaro challenge, seeking to join a group or if you are a regular climber.
Mount Kilimanjaro Map
Kilimanjaro is composed of three volcanic cones: Kibo The highest point being Uhuru– (19,340 feet), Mawenzi Looks like Mt. Doom of Mordor – also known as Hans Meyer Peak – (16,893 feet ) and Shira – the oldest of the three is actually not particularly noticeable as a volcanic cone because it collapsed and was filled in by Kibo’s lava flows, creating the stunning Shira Plateau.
The Highest Walkable Mountain in the world!
The fourth highest of the Seven Summits, Kilimanjaro is also the highest walkable mountain in the world. It is the least technical of the seven and is more of a multi day strenuous hike than a climb.
Safety and Success in Summiting
it’s crucially important to research how to train for your Kilimanjaro climb. It’s often not the level of fitness but the onset of altitude sickness that hinders climbers. Choose an experienced operator and one that is prepared for any medical emergency.
Forest Vegetation and Wildlife
the lower slopes of mount Kilimanjaro is encircled by forest and wildlife. On the first day of the ascent, you may be fortunate to encounter elephants and colobus monkeys along the trail.
Cost for Climbing Kilimanjaro
Cost for Extra Accommodation
Cost for Extra Transfers
Cost Breakdown
The cost to climb Mount Kilimanjaro doesn’t come as a wish of any tour operator who organizes your strip. It is a combination of many expenses and expenditures for preparing the best trip. This is because mount Kilimanjaro is not a technical-based mountain climb. It requires a proper plan by the operator, preparation, and good health. Although mount Kilimanjaro doesn’t need physical fitness, a certain level of hiking fitness matters. So a lot of expenses will be going to facilitate the preparation of your climb.
Let’s check the mount Kilimanjaro climbing cost breakdown, one by one.
Kilimanjaro National Park Fee
Like any national park that you will visit in Africa, climbing mount Kilimanjaro will require any tourists to pay park fees introduced by the authority. The fees for climbing mount Kilimanjaro are $50 camping fee, $70 entry fee, and $60 hut fee at the Marangu route. These are the daily fees that should be added with a $20 rescue fee, US $15 fly doctor rescue fee. Depending on the number of days on the mountain, the average amount of the total fee on the mountain is up to the US $1,000, for a 7 days trip. The price includes the VAT.
Tour Operator’s Fee
You can not climb Mount Kilimanjaro without a certified operator. If you are thinking about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro yourself, you can’t do so for the case of Mount Kilimanjaro. The Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Authority put in place some of the regulations including that all tourists should climb the mountain with verified operators. A tour operator is the one who will take care of everything throughout your hike.
So your plan about mount Kilimanjaro climbing cost should include the charges that will be invoiced by the Operators. The charges of tour operators who will be ready to offer a mid-range service can start from $1,600 US to $3,000, depending on the operator you choose.
Mountain Crew/Porters Tips
Even if you go hiking mount Kilimanjaro as a Solo traveler, expect to have a mountain crew of more than two people. In each climb, you will need a mountain guide, 3 porters, and a cooker. Porters are the ones that will make your climb possible. Thy is responsible for handling all other activities like carrying your luggage, camping equipment, preparing food and so on. All the tasks can not be done by you and your mountain guide. So the crew will help you to have a smooth accend by dealing with little stuff like carrying your phone or a camera so you can enjoy your good time on the mountain.
The crew on mount Kilimanjaro consists of very cheap labour who are paid very little by tour operators. Some of the operators don’t pay them at all, their aim is to cut off the price of their packages and increase their margins. Some of the operators expect the crew to get their wages from tips. It is an unusual situation you can’t control.
In order to support the crew, any reasonable amount of tip would be appreciated by them and you will be directly supporting their families. You can budget $200 to $350, or even more as you can afford for tipping the crew.
Includes
- Transfer to the Booked Hotel in Moshi or Arusha
- Accommodation in Moshi or Arusha prior to the climb (BB, sharing a
twin room) - Transfer to the trail head;
- Professional mountain crew. All guides have “Wilderness First Responder” and “Wilderness First Aid”
certificates, along with over 7 years of experience in climbing. Each participant will be provided with a
porter (who can carry up to 15 kg of personal baggage); - Kilimanjaro National Park permits;
- Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees;
- Camping/hut fees;
- 3 square meals daily. The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh
fruit and vegetables; vegetarian options are available upon request; - Modern mountain hardware tent
- First aid kit;
- Warm and comfortable sleeping pads (3 inches thick);
- Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery);
- Meeting the group at the National Park exit and transfer to the hotel;
- Accommodation in moshi or Arusha Hotel after the climb (including breakfast; sharing a twin room);
- International certificates for a successful ascent;
- Spanish speaking mountain guide if required
- Return transfer to Kilimanjaro airport.
** Basic tour package price includes sharing a twin room. If you need a single bed
accommodation only, you should contact a manager a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the start of
the tour.
** During the climb, you will share a tent with 1-2 other climbers, depending on the number of participants. If you
need an individual tent, please, contact our manager. Single accommodation at sleeping huts on Marangu is
impossible.
Exclusions
- Airline tickets;
- Visa fee;
- Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the ascent);
- Personal gear rentals;
- Mountaineering insurance
- This tour starts and ends in Arusha/Moshi
- Africa Joy Tours as an operator can help select your international flights, but you’ll have to book them yourself
- Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport near Arusha/Moshi
- A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
