Kilimanjaro Dates & Prices 2026
Ultimate Kilimanjaro® was founded by a climber who wanted a safer, more professional standard on the mountain. Since inception, we’ve led climbers to the top of Kilimanjaro with proven processes, experienced guides, and high standards for safety. We are not the cheapest option, but deliver exceptional value through strong leadership, quality equipment, and reliable support.
In short, we provide everything you need to have a safe, successful experience. Today, more than 15,000 clients have reached the summit with us.
For 20 years, Ultimate Kilimanjaro has been the trusted leader on Mount Kilimanjaro.
Group Kilimanjaro Climbs
Our group climbs feature only the best routes on Mount Kilimanjaro: 9 day Northern Circuit, 9 day Northern Circuit (Daytime summit), 8 day Lemosho, 9 day Lemosho (Daytime Summit). These group climbs are scheduled during months that have the best weather and include acclimatization days for increased success rates.
2026 GROUP CLIMBS
Per Person (USD)
| Route | Arrival Date | Departure Date | Price (USD) | Trip Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Jan 4, 2026 | Jan 13, 2026 | $3,299 | Closed |
| 9 day Lemosho Route | Jan 11, 2026☀️ | Jan 21, 2026 | $3,629 | Closed |
| 9 day Lemosho Route | Jan 11, 2026☀️ | Jan 21, 2026 | $3,629 | Closed |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Jan 18, 2026 | Jan 27, 2026 | $3,299 | Closed |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Jan 25, 2026🌙 | Feb 4, 2026 | $3,649 | 5 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Jan 26, 2026🌙 | Feb 4, 2026 | $3,299 | 3 spaces |
| 7 day Machame Route | Jan 27, 2026🌙 | Feb 4, 2026 | $2,799 | Closed |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Feb 1, 2026 | Feb 10, 2026 | $3,149 | 10 spaces |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Feb 8, 2026☀️ | Feb 18, 2026 | $3,129 | 12 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Feb 15, 2026 | Feb 24, 2026 | $3,299 | Closed |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Feb 23, 2026🌙 | Mar 5, 2026 | $3,649 | 6 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Feb 24, 2026🌙 | Mar 5, 2026 | $3,299 | Closed |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Jun 28, 2026 | Jul 7, 2026 | $3,299 | 5 spaces |
| 9 day Lemosho Route | Jul 5, 2026☀️ | Jul 15, 2026 | $3,629 | 8 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Jul 12, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 | $3,299 | 6 spaces |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Jul 21, 2026🌙 | Jul 31, 2026 | $3,649 | 12 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Jul 22, 2026🌙 | Jul 31, 2026 | $3,299 | Closed |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Jul 23, 2026🌙 | Aug 1, 2026 | $3,299 | 11 spaces |
| 9 day Lemosho Route | Aug 2, 2026☀️ | Aug 12, 2026 | $3,629 | 12 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Aug 9, 2026 | Aug 18, 2026 | $3,299 | 11 spaces |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Aug 16, 2026☀️ | Aug 26, 2026 | $3,649 | 7 spaces |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Aug 20, 2026🌙 | Aug 30, 2026 | $3,649 | 12 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Aug 21, 2026🌙 | Aug 30, 2026 | $3,299 | 8 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Aug 30, 2026 | Sep 8, 2026 | $3,299 | 8 spaces |
| 9 day Lemosho Route | Sep 6, 2026☀️ | Sep 16, 2026 | $3,629 | Open |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Sep 13, 2026 | Sep 22, 2026 | $3,299 | 10 spaces |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Sep 18, 2026🌙 | Sep 28, 2026 | $3,649 | 8 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Sep 19, 2026🌙 | Sep 28, 2026 | $3,299 | 2 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Sep 27, 2026 | Oct 6, 2026 | $3,299 | 8 spaces |
| 9 day Lemosho Route | Oct 4, 2026☀️ | Oct 14, 2026 | $3,629 | 13 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Oct 11, 2026 | Oct 20, 2026 | $3,299 | 13 spaces |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Oct 18, 2026🌙 | Oct 28, 2026 | $3,649 | Open |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Oct 19, 2026🌙 | Oct 28, 2026 | $3,299 | 11 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Dec 6, 2026 | Dec 15, 2026 | $3,299 | Open |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Dec 13, 2026 | Dec 22, 2026 | $3,299 | Open |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Dec 18, 2026🎄 | Dec 27, 2026 | $3,299 | Open |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Dec 24, 2026🎉 | Jan 3, 2026 | $3,649 | 12 spaces |
| 8 day Lemosho Route | Dec 25, 2026🎉 | Jan 3, 2026 | $3,299 | Open |
🌙Summits on/near a full moon
☀️Summits in the daytime
🎄Summits on Christmas day
🎉Summits on New Year’s day
If your dates are not available above, we can arrange a private climb for you.
The arrival dates and departure dates are posted above, with the hiking days in between (i.e., arrive in Moshi/Kilimanjaro Airport on January 4, hike 8 day Lemosho from January 5 to January 12, depart on January 13).
Group climbers are limited to 14 participants and guaranteed to depart, regardless of the number of climbers. These climbs are ideal for solo climbers, couples or anyone who would like to share the Kilimanjaro experience with friendly, like-minded people from around the world.
Our groups are typically made up of climbers from the United States, along with international participants from English-speaking countries such as Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. The average group is about 60% male and 40% female.
Trip Inclusions/Exclusions
These prices include:
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Moshi (before & after climb)
- Group transport to and from Moshi to the trail head
- Kilimanjaro National Park permits, camping/hut fees, rescue fees and Value Added Tax (VAT)
- Expert guide, assistant guides, cook and porters
- Bottled oxygen, for emergency rescue only
- Private toilet
- Four season, 3 person mountain tents, double occupancy
- Sleeping pad, foam, 1.5 inches thick
- Mess tents, tables, chairs, lanterns
- Fresh, nutritious meals on the mountain
- Breakfast at hotel
Not included in price:
- Airfare
- Lunch or dinner at hotel
- Beverages at hotel
- Personal gear and equipment
- Tips
Costs of additional services:
- Pick up and drop off at Kilimanjaro Airport, per person, per way $45
Booked within 60 days of trip start date, per person, per way $60 - Single supplement, for single tent/room, per trip $299
Booked within 60 days of trip start date, per trip $350 - Extra porter, for excess gear, per day $30
- Extra hotel night in Moshi, check in 2PM, check out 10AM, per double room $99
Booked within 60 days of trip start date, per double room $125 - Sleeping bag rental, Mountain Hardwear Lamina -20F, per trip 130,000 TSh (about $50)
No rental reservations necessary, payable only in Tanzanian Shillings by law - Trekking poles rental, telescopic, per trip 50,000 TsH (about $20)
No rental reservations necessary, payable only in Tanzanian Shillings by law
PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANYTIME
Private Kilimanjaro Climbs
For those who want to climb on different dates or routes than our group departures, we offer private climbs. We can organize private climbs on any route, for any length, on any dates, for any size group, subject to staff availability.
Safari Prices
A wonderful way to relax after a Kilimanjaro climb is to enjoy a safari in Tanzania – the mecca of game viewing. All game drives are done in four wheel drive Toyota Land Cruisers with viewing roofs. Our safari accommodations include standard hotel lodges and permanent tented camps.
We do NOT have group safaris.
2026 PRIVATE SAFARIS
Price Per Person (USD)
(based on group size)
| Itinerary | 1 person | 2 person group | 3 person group | 4+ person group | Single* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 day Safari | $6,319 | $4,919 | $4,449 | $4,089 | +$450 |
| 6 day Safari | $5,399 | $4,199 | $3,759 | $3,459 | +$375 |
| 5 day Safari | $4,509 | $3,459 | $3,079 | $2,859 | +$300 |
| 4 day Safari | $3,359 | $2,559 | $2,309 | $2,169 | +$225 |
| 3 day Safari | $2,449 | $1,859 | $1,699 | $1,599 | +$150 |
| 2 day Safari | $1,709 | $1,309 | $1,239 | $1,149 | +$75 |
| 1 day Safari | $549 | $389 | $349 | $329 | --- |
*Prices assume shared rooms with double occupancy. Single accommodations add $75 per night.
Trip Inclusions/Exclusions
These prices include:
- National park gate fees
- Game drives in 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser
- All meals during safari
- Guide/driver
- Accommodation, double or triple occupancy
- Ngorongoro Crater car supplement fee
- Serengeti supplement fee
- Olduvai Gorge fee
- All Value Added Tax (VAT)
Not included in price:
- Hotel accommodation, before and after safari
- Beverages at the hotel
- Tips
Cost of additional services:
- Serengeti balloon ride, on 5-7 day safaris, per person $599
- Extra hotel night in Arusha, check in 11AM, check out 10AM, per double room $149
Booked within 60 days of trip start date, per double room $169
We also offer luxury safaris with upgraded accommodations. These lodges and tented camps provide extensive amenities and unrivaled personal attention in Tanzania’s most beautiful places. Availability may be limited so we encourage those seeking to stay in these lodges to book as early as possible. Please contact us for more information.