How Much Does It Cost to Climb Kilimanjaro?
By Blake Penson, Founder of ExpedReview · Everest summiter · Seven Summits climber · 20-year mountaineer · Industry expert
Last reviewed: 20 October 2026 · Editorial picks are ranked only by verified ExpedReview reviews; sponsors cannot buy a position.
The short answer
The median listed Kilimanjaro climb on ExpedReview is US$1,799, with mainstream listings running up to US$6,495 (113 credible listings, 20 October 2026). Park fees set a hard floor: an 8-day Lemosho climb carries about US$930 in TANAPA conservation, camping and rescue fees per adult before VAT and crew fees. A quote close to that floor cannot pay a crew properly.
| Key figure | What it is |
|---|---|
| US$1,799 | median listed price (ER, 113 credible listings) |
| US$6,495 | highest listed price (ER) |
| US$70 | conservation fee per adult per day (TANAPA) |
| ~US$930 | park fees, 8-day Lemosho (derived) |
What does Kilimanjaro cost on ExpedReview?
| Operator | Verified reviews | Avg rating /5 | ERTI | Base | Lowest price (ER listing or operator site) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altezza Travel | 14 | 5.00 | 4.75 | Tanzania | US$2,600 |
| H.E.C. Kilimanjaro and Safaris Limited | 10 | 4.96 | 4.60 | Tanzania | from US$2,060 (7-day Machame, 3 sharing) (heckilimanjarosafaris.co.tz) |
| Bundi Travel | 9 | 5.00 | 4.81 | Tanzania | US$2,100 |
| Climbing The Seven Summits | 5 | 4.96 | 4.90 | United States | US$6,495 |
| Peak Planet | 5 | 5.00 | 4.41 | United States | from US$2,459 (2027, 8-day Machame, private 10+) (peakplanet.com) |
| Dodo Group Tanzania Limited | 4 | 5.00 | 4.15 | Tanzania | US$2,589 |
| G-family Adventures Safaris | 3 | 5.00 | 4.38 | Tanzania | US$1,500 |
| Kilimanjaro Umoja Tours | 3 | 5.00 | 4.05 | Tanzania | US$1,800 |
| Great Lake Expedition | 3 | 5.00 | 3.89 | Tanzania | from US$2,050 (7-day Machame) (greatlakeexpedition.co.tz / TourRadar) |
| Nafika Tours | 2 | 5.00 | 3.99 | Tanzania | US$1,750 |
| Kilimanjaro Lifetime Adventures | 2 | 5.00 | 3.79 | Tanzania | US$1,480 |
| Ascend Tanzania | 2 | 1.60 | 2.72 | Tanzania | from US$2,015 (6-day Machame, solo) (ascend-kilimanjaro.com) |
| Furtenbach Adventures | 1 | 5.00 | 4.76 | Austria | Price not published |
| Ian Taylor Trekking | 1 | 5.00 | 4.62 | United States | US$3,950 |
| Aardvark Expeditions Limited | 1 | 5.00 | 4.02 | Tanzania | US$1,938 |
| Nyamera Treks And Safaris | 1 | 5.00 | 3.86 | Tanzania | from US$2,450 (7-day Machame) (nyameratreksandsafaris.com) |
| Twiga Hiking Travel | 1 | 5.00 | 3.74 | Tanzania | US$1,620 |
| Explore Active | 1 | 5.00 | 3.72 | Tanzania | US$2,200 |
| Tranquil Kilimanjaro | 1 | 5.00 | 3.68 | Tanzania | from US$2,350 (8-day Lemosho, 6+) (tranquilkilimanjaro.com) |
| Lake Zone Climbers & Safaris | 1 | 5.00 | 3.64 | Tanzania | US$1,655 |
| Step to Kilimanjaro | 1 | 5.00 | 3.55 | Tanzania | US$1,450 |
Where an ExpedReview listing had no price or an implausible one, the figure shown is the operator's own published price, with its source.
What park fees are fixed?
| Fee (non-East African adult) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Conservation fee, per day | US$70 |
| Public campsite, per night | US$50 |
| Kibo, Horombo, Mandara huts (Marangu), per night | US$60 |
| Upper Barafu Camp, per night | US$100 |
| Rescue fee, per trip | US$20 |
Source: TANAPA tariffs 1 July 2023 – 30 June 2026.
What does a fair quote include?
| Itinerary (example) | Park fees (derived) |
|---|---|
| 5-day Marangu (5 days, 4 hut nights) | US$610 |
| 6-day Machame (6 days, 5 camp nights) | US$690 |
| 7-day Machame or Lemosho | US$810 |
| 8-day Lemosho | US$930 |
Derived from the TANAPA rates above, before VAT, crew entry fees and the Barafu surcharge. On top come guide and porter wages, food, transport, tips and equipment.
What else should you plan for?
| Item | Figure or guidance | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Group size | Ask for the maximum group size in writing; ER reviewers often mention group size | |
| Guide-to-client ratio | Ask for the ratio and whether assistant guides join summit night | |
| Park permits | Paid to TANAPA through your operator: US$70/day conservation, US$50/night camping, US$20 rescue | TANAPA tariff 2023–26 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Kilimanjaro cost?
The median listed climb on ExpedReview is US$1,799 (113 credible listings, 20 October 2026). Park fees alone are about US$930 for an 8-day Lemosho itinerary.
Why are some Kilimanjaro climbs so cheap?
Low quotes often cut crew wages, food or safety equipment. Compare any quote with the fixed TANAPA fees for the same number of days.
Are tips included in the Kilimanjaro price?
Usually not. Ask your operator for its recommended tipping guidance.
Sources
- ExpedReview database (expedreview-prod): approved, verified reviews, operator listings and listed prices, queried 20 Oct 2026 with read-only SELECT queries.
- Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA), Tariffs 1 July 2023 – 30 June 2026 (Kilimanjaro conservation, camping, hut and rescue fees).
How ExpedReview data works: counts are approved, verified client reviews on ExpedReview as of 20 October 2026. ERTI is ExpedReview's trust index, a summary of review evidence and operator conduct on the platform; it is one input, not a guarantee. Listed prices are each operator's lowest "from" price on ExpedReview and change often. Historical fatality and summit ratios describe past expeditions, not your personal odds.