
How much does it cost to climb Kilimanjaro?
A seven-day Kilimanjaro climb costs around $2,500 to $3,200 on average when travelling with a reputable tour operator. This post explains all the costs involved in a Kilimanjaro climb so that you can make an accurate budget for yourself.

How far you must fly to get to Tanzania. How many days you want to spend hiking. How much luxury you want on the climb. The size of your group (because tipping guidelines vary greatly depending on group size).
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Overview
Travel to Kilimanjaro Tanzania visa Airport transfers Travel insurance Using tech devices in Tanzania Vaccinations and meds Trekking gear Trekking clothing Kilimanjaro tour operators Solo traveller supplement Choice of Kilimanjaro route Spending cash Tipping on Kilimanjaro
Travel to Kilimanjaro

Tanzania international airports
International Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) The Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
Internal flights

Catching the train to Kilimanjaro
Tanzania visa (US$50 or $100)
Airport transfers (US$25 each way)
Travel insurance (~US$100)
Delayed, cancelled or interrupted travel Medical insurance Lost or damaged luggage
Delayed, cancelled or interrupted travel

Medical insurance
Cover for lost or damaged luggage
Recommended cover
Cost of Kilimanjaro travel insurance

Using tech devices in Tanzania
Buying a local SIM card
Vodacom Airtel Zantel Tigo Halotel
Reception on Kilimanjaro

Vaccinations and meds
Vaccinations for Tanzania (~US$200)
Tanzania and malaria
Kilimanjaro and altitude meds

Trekking gear

Gear provided by tour operator

Double occupancy is the norm

Trekking clothing

Down jacket provided by Follow Alice

Kilimanjaro tour operator
What’s covered in a tour operator’s fee?
Kilimanjaro National Park daily fees Mountain crew wages Equipment and supplies Food and drinking water Kilimanjaro safety equipment and crew training Indirect taxes Accommodation for one night before and after the climb Tour operator’s commission
Kilimanjaro National Park fees
Mountain crew wages
Lead guide. He or she leads you safely up and down the mountain. Your lead guide is also a wonderful source of knowledge and encouragement. Assistant guides. They assist the lead guide in leading you safely up and down the mountain. They also provide vital advice and encouragement. Cook. He or she provides all of your meals on the mountain, as well as snacks and drinks. Porters. These folks carry all the food and gear, set up and dismantle camp, and more. And they work incredibly hard and are true superstars.


Lending donated clothing at no charge to the mountain crew for use while climbing Offering educational classes to porters Educating the public on porter working conditions and climbing responsibly Providing industry guidelines for proper porter treatment

Equipment and supplies

Food and drinking water
Safety equipment and crew training
Indirect taxes
Accommodation before and after climb

Tour operator's commission
Advice on choosing a tour operator
Budget tour operators Value-for-money tour operators Luxury tour operators
Kilimanjaro tour operator package fees
Budget Kilimanjaro tour operators are those who charge anywhere below US$1,900 for a seven-day climb.
Value-for-money Kilimanjaro tour operators usually charge between US$1,900 and $3,200 for a seven-day climb.
Luxury tour operators generally charge in the region of US$3,200 to $5,000, or even more, for a seven-day climb!

Different types of tour operator
Budget tour operators Value-for-money tour operators Luxury tour operators

Budget Kilimanjaro tour operators
Subpar safety policies Unprofessional mountain crew Poorly paid mountain crew Lean camping amenities and food Risk of fraud Mistreatment of mountain crew
Subpar safety policies
Unprofessional mountain crew
Poorly paid mountain crew

Lean camping amenities and food
Risk of fraud
Value-for-money Kilimanjaro tour operators
A well-trained and professional mountain crew Proper wages for mountain crew A focus on client safety Nutritious and plentiful food Quality camping facilities

The value Follow Alice offers

Luxury Kilimanjaro tour operators

Solo traveller supplement
At Follow Alice the single supplement fee is US$200.

Choice of route

Longer Kilimanjaro routes cost more

The seven Kilimanjaro routes

Kilimanjaro National Park fees

Kilimanjaro National Park fees per person per day
Kilimanjaro routes preferred by Follow Alice

Spending cash
Tanzanian currency
Most people bring US dollars with them to Tanzania. These notes need to be post 2013 and in good condition or they won't be accepted anywhere in Tanzania.
Cost of drinks

Tipping on Kilimanjaro
How much to bring for tipping
Recommended tip per day, per crew member
Total tip amount per climber for a SEVEN-day Kilimanjaro climb
Total tip amount per climber for an EIGHT-day Kilimanjaro climb
Total tip amount per climber for a NINE-day Kilimanjaro climb
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