Kilimanjaro Prices for Tanzanian Residents
The prices on this page apply only to Tanzanian Residents and are substantially discounted from our standard prices as a consequence of the significant reduction in park fees payable by East African Citizens.
The park authorities define Tanzanian Residents as people who have a valid residence permit (Classes A, B or C) or dependent's visa. Evidence of this is checked at the park entry gate when beginning a climb.
Prices Per Person in USD
The following prices include:
- pickup in Arusha or Moshi
- vehicle transfer to the mountain
- guided ascent of the mountain
- park fees
- staff wages - full staff support to erect tents, cook and carry bags
- traditional Tanzanian cuisine and beverages in
- use of spacious mess tents, tables and chairs
- return by vehicle from the mountain to Arusha or Moshi
| Route π No. in group π | Solo πΆπΏββοΈ| | 2 πΆπΏββοΈπΆπΏββοΈ| | 3 πΆπΏββοΈπΆπΏββοΈ| | 4 πΆπΏββοΈπΆπΏββοΈ| | 5 πΆπΏββοΈπΆπΏββοΈ| | 6 πΆπΏββοΈπΆπΏββοΈ| | 7 πΆπΏββοΈπΆπΏββοΈ| | 8 πΆπΏββοΈπΆπΏββοΈ| |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Marangu Advantage | $1,558 | $1,311 | $1,228 | $1,186 | $1,164 | $1,164 | $1,153 | $1,155 |
| 6 Marangu Advantage | $1,811 | $1,549 | $1,458 | $1,412 | $1,388 | $1,386 | $1,375 | $1,376 |
| 7 Marangu Advantage | $2,065 | $1,788 | $1,689 | $1,638 | $1,612 | $1,609 | $1,596 | $1,597 |
| 6 Machame Advantage | $1,777 | $1,502 | $1,415 | $1,365 | $1,343 | $1,339 | $1,329 | $1,329 |
| 7 Machame Advantage | $2,018 | $1,728 | $1,634 | $1,579 | $1,555 | $1,549 | $1,539 | $1,538 |
| 8 Machame Advantage | $2,273 | $1,964 | $1,862 | $1,802 | $1,776 | $1,769 | $1,757 | $1,756 |
| 5 Rongai Advantage | $1,658 | $1,345 | $1,248 | $1,192 | $1,169 | $1,165 | $1,154 | $1,160 |
| 6 Rongai Advantage | $1,899 | $1,571 | $1,466 | $1,406 | $1,380 | $1,375 | $1,364 | $1,369 |
| 7 Rongai Advantage | $2,140 | $1,797 | $1,685 | $1,620 | $1,592 | $1,585 | $1,574 | $1,578 |
| 8 Rongai Advantage | $2,395 | $2,033 | $1,912 | $1,843 | $1,813 | $1,805 | $1,792 | $1,796 |
| 6 Umbwe Advantage | $1,764 | $1,503 | $1,421 | $1,372 | $1,353 | $1,353 | $1,345 | $1,335 |
| 7 Umbwe Advantage | $2,005 | $1,729 | $1,639 | $1,586 | $1,565 | $1,563 | $1,555 | $1,544 |
| 7 Lemosho Advantage | $2,073 | $1,763 | $1,662 | $1,603 | $1,579 | $1,574 | $1,564 | $1,561 |
| 8 Lemosho Advantage | $2,327 | $1,999 | $1,890 | $1,826 | $1,799 | $1,794 | $1,783 | $1,779 |
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Verification Required for Kilimanjaro Resident Rates
On 17th March 2021, the park authorities published a procedure requiring us to upload an image of the work permit and passport photo page of any Tanzanian resident climbing Kilimanjaro. Please send a high resolution scan when booking.
Professional Warning: Why I Cannot Recommend Kenya Airways for Kilimanjaro Travel
Back in the day, when as yet not a great deal of thought had been given to what works best for the unacclimatised visitor, the way a Kilimanjaro climb was run was largely a product of the convenience of the local operator.
The following description of clothing and equipment for Kilimanjaro is based on years of experience and will suffice for virtually all trekkers attempting to climb Kilimanjaro with us. However, we would strongly recommend that you avoid buying your Kilimanjaro kit at the last minute and that you aim to spend a weekend in the hills testing your gear before flying out to climb with us.
Most Kilimanjaro trekkers begin their summit push shortly after midnight. When this ascent coincides with a full moon, the mountain is illuminated naturally, giving far brighter visibility, clearer paths, and a more spectacular horizon. Below is the complete list of the best full moon summit nights for 2025 and 2026 to help you plan your climb.
For some climbers this question is almost irrelevant as they will have to fit their climb into whatever dates they can clear from their busy work or family schedules, though for perhaps the majority, this is probably the first question prospective climbers should ask themselves.
If you choose to climb Kilimanjaro with us you will be required to purchase your flights yourself and to send us details in order to confirm precise dates for your climb, if you are not climbing on one of our scheduled climbs.
You don't need to climb on the dates shown belowβwe publish these only for those who would like to join other trekkers they don't already know. Most of our clients choose their own dates at no additional cost, although many ask us to open their climb for others to join for some extra company. If you do join a group, you won't need to worry about crowds: except by special agreement, our climbs are limited to just 8 trekkers, allowing the guide to closely monitor everyone, attend to individual needs, and give each person plenty of opportunity to speak with them.
If you're interested in climbing with us, please either complete our enquiry form below or else call us on one of the following numbers, and speak directly to one of our coordinators.