What Kilimanjaro costs
Most climbers pay one package price to an operator. It covers park fees, camping or huts, the mountain crew and meals on the mountain. Park fees alone can run to several hundred dollars, which is why very cheap offers deserve a closer look. Before you compare totals, compare what is inside. The Kilimanjaro climbs page explains routes and trek lengths.
Fees in Tanzania are quoted in US dollars. The amounts below are 2026 figures for adult non-resident visitors. Rules and amounts can change, so ask your operator for the current figures and whether VAT is included.
Park fees per person
Adult amounts for 2026.
| Fee | Unit | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation fee | Per day | $70 |
| Camping | Per night | $50 |
| Huts (Mandara, Horombo, Kibo) | Per night | $60 |
| Rescue fee | Per trek | $20 |
Check whether 18 percent VAT is added on top of these amounts or already included. Children and residents of East Africa pay different rates. Ask your operator which amounts apply to you.
A worked example with these amounts: a 7-day trek with 6 nights of camping comes to (7 × $70 + 6 × $50 + $20) × 1.18 = $955.80 in park fees, before crew, food, transfers and everything else.
Our pick: fees shown separately
Our take: this Lemosho trek lists the park, camping and rescue fees as a separate amount.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Kilimanjaro treks and day trips with prices
Multi-day climbs and trips from Moshi, with live prices and availability.
Package prices by group
Per person, example prices for 2026. Offers vary.
| Group | Example | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Budget group departures | 5 days Marangu, 7 days Machame, 8 days Northern Circuit | $1,399, $1,799 and $2,199 |
| Local private offers | 7 days Machame, 8 days Lemosho | Machame $1,870 per person in a group of six up to $2,400 solo; Lemosho $2,100 to $2,600 depending on group size |
| Higher-priced groups | 8 days Lemosho, 9 days Lemosho | $3,299 and $3,629 |
| Premium departures | Machame (23 to 31 December), Western Approach (21 to 31 December), Grand Traverse (20 to 31 December) | $4,990, $6,790 and $9,190 |
The premium dates are calendar days of the whole trip, not only days on the mountain. For most climbers, a 7 or 8 day offer in the middle of the range, around $1,800 to $2,600 in these examples, is where park fees, crew and meals are all inside the price. Compare inclusions before you compare the totals.
What a package includes and what it leaves out
Two 2026 examples.
Usually included
Park, camping, hut and rescue fees, 18 percent VAT, crew, mountain meals, tent and mat, and 2 hotel nights in Moshi. Some offers also include transfers.
Usually not included
Flights, personal gear and tips, and in some offers the airport transfer. Ask about single-room and single-tent supplements, card fees and cancellation terms before you pay.
Not a package
The Mandara day hike costs $215 per person in a group or $275 private, with guide and park fees. A Materuni half day costs $30 and a full day $35 with lunch.
Day hike →Other costs before and after the climb
Visa, insurance and rental gear.
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa for Germany, Austria and the UK | $50 | Ordinary single entry, up to 90 days |
| Tourist visa for the USA | $100 | Multiple entry, up to 12 months |
| Entry insurance for the mainland | $44 | Required since October 2026, up to 92 days |
| Rental: boots or jacket | $20 each per trek | Rented in Moshi |
| Rental: sleeping bag | $30 synthetic, $50 down | Per trek |
| Rental: headlamp and poles | $10 each | Headlamp without batteries, poles as a pair |
Check the e-visa portal for current fees and any extra charges. Entry insurance for Tanzania does not by itself tell you whether climbing to altitude is covered, so ask. See the packing list for what to rent and what to bring.
Tips and fair pay for the crew
How the guidelines handle it.
There is no legal tip that applies to every climb and no single dollar scale. Porter welfare guidelines ask operators to disclose crew size and the tipping procedure before the climb. Pay each crew member directly where you can. If you hand over one sum, announce the total and the split in front of the crew and write it down.
The guidelines also limit loads to 20 kg per porter on top of personal luggage, and call for three proper meals a day, suitable clothing, shelter and care for sick porters. A price that looks too low may mean pay and food for the crew are squeezed. Ask the operator how it treats its crew.
Kilimanjaro cost: frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to climb Kilimanjaro?
Examples for 2026 run from $1,399 for a 5-day group climb on Marangu to $9,190 for a premium Grand Traverse. The middle of the range, a 7 or 8 day offer, sits around $1,800 to $2,600 in these examples.
How much are the park fees?
Park fees are $70 per adult per day, $50 per night for camping, $60 per night in huts and a $20 rescue fee per trek. A 7-day trek with 6 camping nights comes to $955.80 including 18 percent VAT, with nothing else added.
Are park fees included in the package?
In the examples above, yes, along with crew and mountain meals. Flights, personal gear and tips are not. Always ask for the list of inclusions.
How much should I tip the crew?
No single amount is binding. Ask about the crew size and the tipping procedure before the trek, pay crew members directly where you can, and announce a shared sum in front of the crew.
Can I rent gear in Moshi?
Yes. Boots and jackets are $20 each per trek, a headlamp $10 without batteries, poles $10 a pair, and a sleeping bag $30 synthetic or $50 down. Book ahead to be sure the size is available.
Is kilimanjaro-national-park.org the official price list?
No. This is a travel guide and not the website of the national park, of Tanzania National Parks or of any operator. Prices are examples and operators set their own.