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The Mount Kilimanjaro climbing normally offers great trekking experiences to Africa’s highest peak. There are total of 7 summit points to Mount Kilimanjaro, each offering unique sceneries with different difficulties and durations to the summit. There are other routes that are shorter and direct, others being longer and with better acclimatization. Whether you are a seasoned hiker or just but a beginner, there is always something for you.
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Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the tallest mountains in Africa towering an elevation level of 5,895 meters above the sea level. It is the largest free-standing Mountain worldwide with 7 summit points. It has a snow capped peak towering above the vast savannah. Whereas mount Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano mountain, it is quite an inspiration to many climbers around the world. As a premium Mount Kilimanjaro trekking tours and travel company, we manage every aspect of your expedition professionally and we never outsource or act as a third-party travel agent.
In a nutshell, Mount Kilimanjaro has 7 routes leading to summit point.One of the routes basically starts from the northern side whereas the rest are from the southern side.The main trick to ensuring that you summit is to have more days at the mountain to maximize on acclimatization.
The Lemosho Route
Lemosho route when Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is well known for its panoramic views and also excellent acclimatization. Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro through this route would typically take between 6 and 8 days and it merges with the Machame route near Lava tower.
This route is considered by many climbers as the most beautiful route up Mount Kilimanjaro and is very popular because of low foot traffic and high rate of summit success. The Lemosho route begins at Londorossi on the western side of Kilimanjaro.
In the first two days of your trek using the Lemosho route, you will advance through the rainforest and later through the beautiful sceneries of health zone with abundance of Erica. Normally, it takes 8 days to summit to the peak making this route to be one of the longest route to use.
From the third day, it will be parallel to the Machame route. This route is quite difficult but also the best when it comes to acclimatization and is always considered a difficult one compared to Marangu and Rongai options.
Machame Route
The Machame route is also referred to as the Whiskey route and is a route which is quite popular with scenic views. It traverses different landscapes from the rainforest to alpine desert. Most of Mount Kilimanjaro climbers opting to use this route takes a minimum of 6 days to summit. It is the best for the adventurers and also for those with hiking experience. This route is the most popular one with our guests owing to its challenging conditions and spectacular views.
With the Machame route, it is quite windy and you are most likely to face heavy rainfall during climbing. When it comes to steepness, this route is steeper that both Marangu and Rongai routes, making it more physically demanding. The route is best option for acclimatization. The Machame route joins with Lemosho route at the New Shira Camp.More than 60% of climbers for Mount Kilimanjaro uses this route.This option is great for those hikers fit for hiking.
How Much does it cost to climb Mount Kilimanjaro?
The average cost of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is between $2,000 and $6,000 as from 2025.The cost of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro normally varies from cheap, budget operators to the western travel operators who makes the cost be inflated.For any tour operator, there are various fixed costs associated with Mount Kilimanjaro expedition and if in case any tour operators offers to give you cheap Mount Kilimanjaro climbing, then you need to ask yourself why?
Before booking your Mount Kilimanjaro trip, you need to ensure that the operator you are dealing with is fully licenced by KINAPA and the National Parks Authority.
The Real Cost of Mount Kilimanjaro climbing is influence by human cost which include guides and porters,food and transportation cost among many others.Choosing the best travel agency for your Mount Kilimanjaro expedition would mean that you get professional guides with vast experience to take you through the Mount Kilimanjaro climbing. Let us delve deeper int factors that influence the real cost of Mount Kilimanjaro climbing so that you can understand how much you should really pay and the end of the day.
Who are guides and porters?
The porters and guides are the people who normally accompany the client during the expedition. They assist in carrying luggage up the mountain. To us, we value every client booking with us and we normally go even beyond the usual to ensure we get them the best porters and guides.
Hiring porters and guides is very crucial in order to ensure a successful mountain climbing experience. Getting the right guides and porters for Mount Kilimanjaro climbing is essential factor as they assure your safety and also providing valuable insights about the mountain. It is the duty of porters to carry your climbing gear, therefore your task is just focusing on climbing.
When it comes to the real cost of charges for porters, I would say that it varies but expect to part ways with around$30 daily for each porter and $40 for every guide. Depending with the route which you intend to summit Mount Kilimanjaro with and your group size, the cost might end up to approximately $1000 for a typical climbing.
Besides, I always get asked on what amount should I really tip the porters and guides? Well, tipping is normally the integral part of Mount Kilimanjaro climbing.It is important to tip your guides ,corters and also the cooks at the end of your trek.The recommended guidelines to tipping is basically between $250 and $300 per climber for 6 days Mount Kilimanjaro trekking.
Is it safe to climb Mount Kilimanjaro?
Summiting mount Kilimanjaro can be tough. It is dangerous as well. In order to be guaranteed of your safety, the following are bare minimum:
- Ensure that you get a well trained all rounded guide who knows what and when to do in the event of an emergency during climbing.
- Have well maintained climbing gear and equipment in place.
- Have varied meals that are tasty.
- Safe drinking water.
Which gears and equipment do i require to climb Mount Kilimanjaro?
In order to have a successful Mount Kilimanjaro climb, proper gear and equipment are very essential. Whereas there is an option of hiring climbing gear, investing on your own gear would go a long way in ensuring comfort and reliability. Some of the key gears to have includes sturdy pair of hiking boots, warm sleeping bags rated for zero temperatures as well as layered clothing that is adaptable to varying mountain climates.
When it comes to purchasing gear, the cost normally varies depending with quality and brand. For a good pair of boots, the cost would range between $100 and $200 whereas for a sleeping bag would be between $150 and $300.Layered clothing may include thermal base layers, waterproof outer shells and fleece jackets thus adding $200-$400 more into the total budget.
Besides the climbing gear, don’t forget to carry along essential items such as gloves, hats and head lump which will make additional $50-$100 on top of the budget.
If you are looing into saving money during the Mount Kilimanjaro expedition, then renting a gear would be the best option for you. There are many climbing gear rental companies that offers rental services for items such as trekking poles and sleeping bags. The cost of renting climbing gear items ranges between $10 and $50 per item during your climbing duration. It is important to ensure that you inspect each item you ought to rent to ensure it is of the highest quality.
Generally, the average cost of climbing mount Kilimanjaro in a comfortable stay would be from$2900.For a shorter stay of between 5-6 days, it would cost approximately $2300-$2500.This amount includes your park fees which makes up to 35% of your total cost, If you get companies offering any amount below $2900, then exercise pre-caution. Low prices normally relates to substandard services and mistreatment of porters and guides. An underpaid guide or porter may even pose risk to the hiker when it comes to safety.
What to Pack to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro?
The Mount Kilimanjaro climbing expedition would take you into different climatic conditions and it is always important to know what to have and what to use at different times. The temperatures range between -15 degrees at the summit during the night to 20 degrees at the mountain base. Normally, the weather is unpredictable as sunshine can within minutes change to rainy, wind and then back to sun. In order to have comfortable Mount Kilimanjaro climbing experience, you would definitely need to have proper clothing, foot wares, sleeping bag among other important essentials.
For the Mount Kilimanjaro climbing, you may need to pack the following:
Footwear and Trekking Poles
Your footwear and trekking poles are some of the most important items that you need during Mount Kilimanjaro climbing. It is important that you check your climbing boots well to ensure that they fit to your feet well and that it would be comfy using them even for longer hours.
If by this time you don’t have one yet, then I would advice that you consider taking your time when scouting for them. Also don’t buy one online. From our experience, a mid-weight waterproof boots with good ankle point is the perfect choice. Notably, sneakers is not the best to have on mountain climbing unless you are just wearing it near the tent.
Your climbing boots need to be rugged with a semi-rigid sole. Please don’t forget to bring additional pair of shoe laces. In order to prevent muds, then gaiters would do best as they prevent mountain scree from getting to your boots and causing irritation. Notably, don’t skimp your socks.
Trekking Poles
Using trekking poles during climbing is optional but we normally recommend them as they assist with stability during climbing. This ends up reducing fatigue. You may opt to rent a pole or buy one but ensure you do more exercises with them before the start of your expedition.
Head torch and Lighting
We recommend that you have lightweight head torch with a strong beam. The lightings are normally best option to use during your stay at the camp and also when summitting. When packing , ensure that you also bring spare batteries as cold drains them fast.
There are some trekkers who opt to bring mini-Maglite to aid with lighting their tents during night time.
Other items to consider bringing
- Toiletries: toothbrush & toothpaste, hairbrush/comb, foot powder, hand cream, deodorant, soap.
- “Baby-wipes” and anti-bacterial, hand-sanitizer wipes
- Any regular medication you are taking
- Anti-bacterial hand-sanitizer gel such as Purell
- Fingernail brush
- Nail clippers
- Ear plugs
- Sunscreen SPF 40+
- Small microfiber quick-dry towel
- Pee-bottle for night time calls of nature
- Small torch (optional)
- Headtorch
- Pocket knife (Swiss Army Knife or “Leatherman”)
- Spare contact lenses/glasses
- Toilet paper (1-2 rolls. Take out the cardboard center for easier packing)
- Camera/phone/ipod
What can i do to save money on Mount Kilimanjaro expedition?
Mount Kilimanjaro climbing is normally an expensive affair but there are many ways in which you can save money while not compromising the overall experience. One way in which you can save is booking your trip during shoulder seasons which is March, June and September. During this time, the cost of Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is lower. Whereas during those times the weather is not appropriate for climbing, they generally cover up for the cost of to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.
Another way to save money during Mount Kilimanjaro expedition is joining a group during trek. Group joining often means cost distribution which results to lower per person cost as compared to private climbing. The private climbing allows you to take in all the costs associated with climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. There are many companies out there which offers Mount Kilimanjaro trek daily departures. This type of packages gives flexibility to anyone who would wish to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.
Finally, you may save your cost of Mount Kilimanjaro climb by renting your camping gear and equipment rather than buying one. Whereas having your own gear would give you familiarity before the trek, renting one from reputable companies will save costs related to purchasing one.
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