The true cost of climbing Kilimanjaro and why there are no cheap Kilimanjaro climbs!
When you ask your web browser you will find prices for a Kilimanjaro climb can range from $1200 to $4000 and above. Reason being, many Kilimanjaro climb operators are competing for business on Kilimanjaro. The result is a cut throat price war. You may even come across some climbing companies advertising Kilimanjaro climbs that cost below $1200.
While there is no need to pay $4000 and above, as there is only so much luxury to be had on Kilimanjaro, there is a minimum price you should be willing to pay.
The minimum cost for a Kilimanjaro climb is $2000 and above, depending on how many days you are planning to spend on Kilimanjaro, and how many climbers are in your group.
Do not consider paying less than $2000!
To help you understand why, below is a breakdown of the type of costs included in a Kilimanjaro climb:
1. Expensive Kilimanjaro National Park fees which are non- negotiable and collected by the Tanzanian Government
2. Mountain gear (sleeping tents, mess tents, rain proof bags etc.)
3. Food (climbers and crew) Crew salaries/Adequate number of porters for the 20kg weight limitation
5. Transfers for climbers and crew to/from Kilimanjaro Park entrances.
Because Kilimanjaro Park fees are non-negotiable, gear, food, salaries, and staffing are exactly where budget operators cut their costs, to provide you with a low-cost climb.
