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Yes, we offer group travel packages for families, friends, and corporate groups. Contact us for more information on our group packages.
Kilimanjaro is climbable all year round. The best months to climb are December-March, and September-October, which are the warmest and driest months. The next best are June to August, but they are colder. July and August are the busiest months.
Temperatures range from 25 to 30 degrees Celsius at the foot of the mountain and -15 to -20 degrees Celsius on top plus wind chill. Lower down, it can be wet and humid, but higher up, there can be snow. Rain and snow may be encountered any time of the year!
It requires no technical climbing experience, and any moderately fit person can summit the mountain. Most of the hike is casual if you have done some training with long hikes. However, summit day is very strenuous for just about everyone. Altitude is the biggest factor in summitting.
Your decision will depend on where you want to sleep and the hiking distance each day and number of days of each route. On the Marangu Route, you sleep in huts with simple beds, while on all the other routes, you sleep in tents. The two most popular routes on the mountain are the Machame and Lemosho. Marangu is no longer the popular route. You may also want to consider the Rongai Route as it is far less traveled. The Lemosho Route is a good choice if you want a longer route (8+ days). None of these routes are technical. See our Route Comparison guide.
It will depend on the route you pick and your pace. It can take from 4-8 hours to reach the summit from the highest camp.
Always remember to maintain a slow, steady pace from beginning to end. Going slowly allows the body to acclimatize while hiking. Those who start out too quickly will have troubles higher up the mountain as the body will be overexerted. This still holds true if you are spending and extra day on the mountain. Your guide with remind you to hike “pole pole”, which means very slowly.
Some people take Diamox to help with the effects of altitude. This is a prescription you have to get from your doctor. Also take a few minutes to read our Altitude Sickness page
The minimum age set by the National park Authorities for summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro is 12 years old. However, younger children can attempt 1the summit with special permission. Younger children can also trek on the mountain without attempting the summit — it is still a great experience!
Groups are limited to 12 people. We will combine groups up to this limit if they are starting the same route on the same day. We can also accommodate large groups of any size.
Generally speaking, expect 1 guide per 2 hikers, 1 assistant guide per 3 hikers, and 1 cook per 8 hikers. Porters as follows:
Our Kilimanjaro guides are Wilderness First Responder certified, they are trained in acute mountain sickness (AMS) and mountain first aid and rescue. However, they are not doctors or paramedics. Climbers should also consider to bring with them their own first aid kit and medical supplies.
Yes, emergency telephone between the guides and our office in Moshi town is active 24/7. However, ranger stations on the mountain can be spotty.
Our tents are 3-person 4-season dome-style mountain tents for two people each.
Emergency Oxygen & Pulse Oximeters are included on all treks at no charge (1 per group).
All climbers pay a rescue fee to the Kilimanjaro National Park (included in the price). If a client cannot walk because they are injured or sick, the guides, one of the assistant guides, and 2 porters will assist this climber down. There is no extra charge for coming down and taken back to the hotel, but you will get no money back for the time on the mountain that you missed, and you will be responsible for medical assistance and extra hotel nights.
Yes, we accept Visa, Mastercard & American Express. Kindly ask for our secure Online Payment Gateway link when you are ready to pay.
We can add solo travelers to a group, or we can arrange a private trip for you.
Vegetarian and other special diets can be accommodated. Please let us know ahead of time. Protein options may be minimal on a vegetarian diet, so you may want to bring protein supplements.
We recommend booking your trip as soon as possible. Lodges and tented camps on safari are booked quickly, so we need to reserve those before they fill up. However, sometimes we do have space last minute as well.
Budget a minimum of $200/person for tips for Kilimanjaro, $25-30/day for expenses and tips on safari, and $20/day for other expenses in Moshi town.
No, but we can schedule transfer from Nairobi either by land or air for an additional charge.
It is safe to walk around the main area of town during the day with valuables well hidden, but it not advised to be walking around on your own at night for your own safety.
A 10% deposit is required at time of booking to hold and confirm your Kilimanjaro reservation.
Our trips are never canceled by Kilimanjaro Tours For Less Trekking Company, but you may have to pay more if your group falls below a certain group size.
The staple foods in Tanzania are meats, starches, vegetables, and fruits Most meals will also have a selection of hot drinks like instant coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. We can accommodate any special dietary requests. See more on our Sample Meals on Kilimanjaro page.
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