KILIMANJARO GUIDE COST


Kilimanjaro climbs typically can cost between $2,000 and $6,000, with prices ranging from low-cost budget operators to major Western tourist agencies overcharging for outsourced excursions. Any trip operator has a number of unavoidable fixed costs, so if a climb looks too affordable, you need to consider why.

Consider cheap prices, and ask yourself, where is the operator cutting costs, and how will that affect your safety on the mountain. The usual area to skimp on costs is the payment of staff, by not paying a proper wage and providing little to no equipment. This doesn’t help the climber in the long run and could even be a fatal mistake.


Climbing Kilimanjaro is the experience of a lifetime that tops bucket lists of people from all over the world. So here you are: You are thinking of climbing Kilimanjaro and you wondering about the price tag of it all. Let’s break the ice and start off with the following: You can realize your dreams for about 5000 USD. Happy? Okay, let’s move on. 5000 USD equals 4400 EUR or about 4000 GBP. If you don’t think that is a lot of money, then you either make too much money or you know that climbing Kilimanjaro could be even a lot more expensive. Correct. If everyone would be paid a Western salary and there wouldn’t be as much competition, then Kilimanjaro is definitely the most affordable one.

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High park fees and logistical costs mean there is no such thing as a cheap Kilimanjaro climb. The best way to keep down costs is to form or join a group of four or more like-minded hikers, and to stick to the Marangu Route, which is more popular and busy than the other options, but also less logistically complicated.

 

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The cost of a private Kilimanjaro climb can vary depending on the route you choose, KIlimanjaro guide cost anywhere from $2,000 to $6,000.

MARANGU ROUTE KILIMANJARO

Marangu route, also known as the “Coca-Cola” route, is the oldest, most well established route on Kilimanjaro. This is the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style accommodations in lieu of camping. There are 60 bunk beds each at Mandara and Kibo Huts, and 120 bunk beds at Horombo Hut. Although you have a bed and mattress, you will need to bring a sleeping bag. The huts have communal dining rooms and basic bathroom facilities, ranging from flushing toilets and running water at the lower huts to long drop toilets and bucket water at Kibo Hut.


The route follows charming trails through woods and rainforest. The landscape then opens up into a vast stretch of heath, where the gigantic senecio plants come into view. As you walk, you can admire the view of the serrated peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. We have included an acclimatization day to give you the chance to get used to the altitude. You can also use this day to visit Mawenzi Tarn Hut or Zebra Rocks. The heath landscape gradually gives way to the stretch of alpine desert that links Mawenzi and Kibo. On your way to the summit, you will pass Gilman’s Point, where you can stop to enjoy the view before the final ascent from the east. The descent takes you down the south-eastern side, where you can see Kilimanjaro from a number of vantage points.


This means that Marangu route is busy and if you are traveling alone you can easily join in with another group for company. It is a more moderate ascent making it less difficult to climb than the others. Porters carry all of your equipment and supplies, and a cook prepares all your meals. It is also known as the Coca Cola route. is the oldest established Kilimanjaro route, following Hans Meyer’s groundbreaking path closely up and down Kilimanjaro. The German geologist Meyer was the first to climb Kilimanjaro in 1889, accompanied by the Austrian climber Ludwig Purtscheller and the local guide Yohani Kinyala Lauwo.


WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TREK THE MARANGU ROUTE?

Due to its equatorial location, Mount Kilimanjaro can be climbed year-round. However, weather fluctuates with the seasons:

January/February offers warm and dry days, cooler nights. Some occasional rain.

March-May sees heavier rainfalls, foggy days. Trails can be slippery.

June-October brings colder and drier weather. Clear views and ideal climbing conditions.

November-December transitions back to rainier weather.

Therefore, the best time climb the Marangu route is during the drier months of June to October, with September often being the ideal "sweet spot" in terms of minimal rain and moderate daytime temperatures.

Many prefer January/February as crowds are smaller and scenery greener after the rainy season. Just be prepared for rain potential. Avoid the wet March-May season if possible unless you don't mind muddy trails.

No matter when you go, be prepared for any type of weather on the mountain!



HOW DIFFICULT IS THE MARANGU ROUTE ?

The Marangu Route is attempted by many novices each year because it offers hut accommodation and some perceive it as a less-difficult trek than the other routes up the mountain.

This is a misperception - the five-day route does not allow much time for acclimatisation and can be very difficult, particularly if you attempt it without proper preparation. The summit success rate on the Marangu Route is not as high as some of the other routes up Kilimanjaro. It's a good idea to work on your aerobic fitness before taking on the trek.


WHAT IS THE DISTANCE OF THE MARANGU ROUTE

The exact distance on the Marangu Route is 70 Km or 45 miles. The shortest number of days required for the Marangu Route is 5 days, however, when you take into consideration the arrival and departure days, it is 9-10 days. As the Marangu Route is the shortest route on the mountain, it is best to complete the journey over 6 days to increase your chances of success.
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The Marangu route starts from the village of Marangu, which sits southeast of Mount Kilimanjaro and is actually one of the most well-established routes to the summit. From the Marangu gates.

 

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MARANGU ROUTE KILIMANJARO - Marangu route

The Marangu Route is a popular route for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. It is also known as the “Tourist Route” and the “Coca-Cola Route”