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Guided Kilimanjaro Climb
Guided Kilimanjaro Climb with Western Leadership, High-Altitude Expertise, and Premium Expedition Services.
Guided Kilimanjaro Climb with Western Leadership, High-Altitude Expertise, and Premium Expedition Services.
Guided Kilimanjaro Climb
What to Expect on the Kilimanjaro Climb
Our carefully crafted Kilimanjaro itinerary is designed to give you the best chance at a safe and successful summit. With a slower-paced ascent, expert guide leadership, and full camp support, you’ll experience the mountain at its best. From your arrival in Tanzania to summit day on Uhuru Peak, every detail has been refined over 20 years of leading successful guided Kilimanjaro climbs.
12
Days
+
Difficulty
PWG
Professional Western Guide
$5,600
USD
Join Mountain Professionals for a fully guided Kilimanjaro climb led by seasoned Western guides and supported by our expert local team. With over 20 years of experience leading summit expeditions on Africa’s highest peak, we offer a premium approach focused on safety, comfort, and successful acclimatization. Our itinerary is designed for a slower ascent and better summit success. This is not a budget trek — it's a high-quality expedition built on decades of trusted leadership in the mountains.
Tanzania
25 Dec 2025 - 5 Jan 2026
28 Jul - 8 Aug 2026
EXPEDITION OVERVIEW
EXPEDITION OVERVIEW
25 Dec 2025 - 5 Jan 2026
28 Jul - 8 Aug 2026
PWG
Professional Western Guide
12
Days
+
Difficulty
Tanzania
$5,600
USD
Join Mountain Professionals for a fully guided Kilimanjaro climb led by seasoned Western guides and supported by our expert local team. With over 20 years of experience leading summit expeditions on Africa’s highest peak, we offer a premium approach focused on safety, comfort, and successful acclimatization. Our itinerary is designed for a slower ascent and better summit success. This is not a budget trek — it's a high-quality expedition built on decades of trusted leadership in the mountains.
GALLERY
$5,600
USD
PWG
Guide
12
Days
EXPEDITION OVERVIEW
+
Difficulty
Tanzania
Join Mountain Professionals for a fully guided Kilimanjaro climb led by seasoned Western guides and supported by our expert local team. With over 20 years of experience leading summit expeditions on Africa’s highest peak, we offer a premium approach focused on safety, comfort, and successful acclimatization. Our itinerary is designed for a slower ascent and better summit success. This is not a budget trek — it's a high-quality expedition built on decades of trusted leadership in the mountains.
Our carefully crafted Kilimanjaro itinerary is designed to give you the best chance at a safe and successful summit. With a slower-paced ascent, expert guide leadership, and full camp support, you’ll experience the mountain at its best. From your arrival in Tanzania to summit day on Uhuru Peak, every detail has been refined over 20 years of leading successful guided Kilimanjaro climbs.
What to Expect on the Kilimanjaro Climb
+
Difficulty
12
Days
PWG
Professional Western Guide
$5,600
USD
Join Mountain Professionals for a fully guided Kilimanjaro climb led by seasoned Western guides and supported by our expert local team. With over 20 years of experience leading summit expeditions on Africa’s highest peak, we offer a premium approach focused on safety, comfort, and successful acclimatization. Our itinerary is designed for a slower ascent and better summit success. This is not a budget trek — it's a high-quality expedition built on decades of trusted leadership in the mountains.
Tanzania
EXPEDITION OVERVIEW
25 Dec 2025 - 5 Jan 2026
28 Jul - 8 Aug 2026
DOWNLOAD EXPEDITION GUIDE
What to Expect on the Kilimanjaro Climb
Our carefully crafted Kilimanjaro itinerary is designed to give you the best chance at a safe and successful summit. With a slower-paced ascent, expert guide leadership, and full camp support, you’ll experience the mountain at its best. From your arrival in Tanzania to summit day on Uhuru Peak, every detail has been refined over 20 years of leading successful guided Kilimanjaro climbs.
GALLERY
ITINERARY
Final Prep & Relaxation Day
A free day for last-minute preparations, gear adjustments, or simply resting before heading to the ice.
Fly to Union Glacier, Antarctica
Weather permitting, we fly 4 hours south to Union Glacier, landing on a stunning blue-ice runway. After setting up camp, we settle into our first night on the continent.
Acclimatization & Ski Prep
A full day on the ice to test our systems, ski around camp, and adapt to the Antarctic environment before the expedition begins in earnest.
Flight into 89° South & Begin Skiing
We fly by Twin Otter aircraft to 89°S, 60 nautical miles from the South Pole. After landing, we begin our journey with a short ski to establish camp.
Ski to the South Pole
Over the course of roughly 6 - 7 days, we ski across the polar plateau toward the geographic South Pole. Expect stunning silence, vast horizons, and a deep sense of accomplishment as we near our goal.
Return to Union Glacier
We board our aircraft and fly back to Union Glacier Camp to celebrate our achievement with a hot meal and well-earned rest and showers.
Return to Puntas Arenas
Once the weather window opens, we fly back to Punta Arenas. After a hot shower, we gather for a celebratory dinner to toast the journey.
End of Expedition - Depart for Home
With unforgettable memories in tow, guests depart for home or onward travel.
ITINERARY
Day 01
Arrival in Moshi, Tanzania
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where our team will greet you for the transfer to our comfortable lodge in Moshi — about one hour from the park entrance. All services are arranged, including airport pickup, dinner, and lodging.
Day 02
Gear Check & Expedition Briefing
Take the day to recover from international travel and settle in. We’ll conduct a detailed gear check, discuss the climb ahead, and hold a full team orientation. This is a key part of our thoughtful acclimatization plan.
Day 03
Begin Trek – Machame Gate to Forest Camp (3,000m)
After breakfast, we drive to the Machame Gate on Kilimanjaro’s southwest side. Our trek begins through rich rainforest terrain before arriving at our first camp nestled among moss-draped trees. (5–6 hours trekking).
Day 04
Forest Camp to Shira Plateau (3,840m)
Leaving the forest behind, we ascend into moorland and volcanic ridges with sweeping views of the Shira Plateau. Camp is near Shira Cave, a dramatic and open landscape. (4–5 hours trekking).
Day 05
Shira Plateau to Barranco Camp (3,950m)
We continue upward toward the Lava Tower before descending into the stunning Barranco Valley. This is a key acclimatization day, with optional hikes above camp to aid in adjustment. (5–6 hours trekking).
Day 06
Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley
We ascend the Great Barranco Wall and trek beneath Kilimanjaro’s icy southern glaciers. Views of the peak sharpen as we approach Karanga Valley — one of the most scenic sections of the route. (4–5 hours trekking).
Day 07
Karanga to High Camp (4,750m)
A shorter day brings us to our high camp at Barafu. We arrive early to rest, hydrate, and prepare for our summit push. The atmosphere builds as we review the final stage of the climb. (3 hours trekking).
Day 08
Summit Day – Uhuru Peak (5,895m)
We begin our ascent in the early hours, reaching Stella Point by sunrise and continuing to Uhuru Peak — the highest point in Africa. After summit photos and celebration, we descend to camp at approximately 3,400m. A big day. (10–14 hours total).
Day 09
Descend to Gate and Transfer to Arusha
A relaxed final hike through lower forests brings us to the park gate. From here, we transfer to Arusha for a well-earned celebration dinner with the team. (5 hours trekking).
Day 10
Safari – Tarangire National Park
Begin your Tanzanian safari with a full-day game drive in Tarangire, home to vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Overnight at the Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge.
Day 11
Safari – Ngorongoro Crater and Return
Descend into the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, where lions, rhinos, and wildebeest roam the caldera floor. In the afternoon, we return to Arusha for a final evening at the Kibo Hotel.
Day 12
Departure
Group expedition officially concludes. Transfers are provided to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departing flights or onward travel.
Frequently asked questions
EXPED
DESTINATION
Tanzania, Kilimanjaro
Rising solitary above the plains of East Africa, Kilimanjaro is a mountain of striking contrasts. Its lower slopes are alive with forest and wildlife, its upper reaches barren and glaciated, crowned by the snows that inspired legends. Standing here, you feel the vastness of the African landscape stretch in every direction—an island of stone and ice above the savanna.
For trekkers, Kilimanjaro is both an ascent and a passage. The climb leads through shifting climates and ecosystems, from jungle to alpine desert to summit glacier. Each step higher brings a new perspective—on the land, on endurance, and on the quiet satisfaction of reaching Africa’s highest point.
Average Summer temperature:
23°C
Max Altitude:
5895m
Total Distance:
62km
EXPED
DESTINATION
Tanzania, Kilimanjaro
Rising solitary above the plains of East Africa, Kilimanjaro is a mountain of striking contrasts. Its lower slopes are alive with forest and wildlife, its upper reaches barren and glaciated, crowned by the snows that inspired legends. Standing here, you feel the vastness of the African landscape stretch in every direction—an island of stone and ice above the savanna.
For trekkers, Kilimanjaro is both an ascent and a passage. The climb leads through shifting climates and ecosystems, from jungle to alpine desert to summit glacier. Each step higher brings a new perspective—on the land, on endurance, and on the quiet satisfaction of reaching Africa’s highest point.
Average Summer temperature:
23°C
Max Altitude:
5895m
Total Distance:
62km
TESTIMONIALS
“Excellent mountain guide service! I have skied to the South Pole and climbed Elbrus, Kilimanjaro, Carstensz Pyramid, and Aconcagua with Mountain Professionals.”
Paul A, USA
“Mountain Professionals takes the highest level of care and focus to ensure a safe, fun, and successful trip with safety being paramount. Ryan has a talent for assembling great teams. With his encouragement and guidance, I have now summited five of the Seven Summits and can’t wait for the next expedition.”
Jodi V, USA
“Thanks to a great team and amazing guides! 100% summit success on Manaslu. Excellent service and great adventures, could not be better.”
Merethe F.L, Norway
“I have been climbing with Mountain Professionals for over 10 years. Ryan has always been there to answer my questions—even when he was getting ready for an expedition or just returning from one. He is always willing to teach beyond the scope of a trip to enhance each client’s mountaineering skillset.”
David B, USA
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Mountain Professionals Mountain guides
Your Kilimanjaro expedition is led by seasoned high-altitude professionals, including veteran Western guides with decades of mountaineering experience. Our teams are hand-picked for their leadership, safety record, and deep knowledge of the mountain. Founder Ryan Waters, has built Mountain Professionals into one of the most trusted names in guided expeditions over the past 20 years. This legacy of expertise ensures your climb is managed with professionalism, care, and an unmatched level of attention to detail.
Transfers
We provide private airport transfers upon arrival and departure, ensuring a smooth, stress-free start and finish to your expedition. Our team will greet you at the airport and handle all transport to your hotel and return travel logistics.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable lodging in quality hotels before and after the climb, plus a safari overnight at the stunning Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge perched on the crater rim — offering a premium blend of adventure and relaxation throughout your trip.
All programmed transportation
All ground transportation to and from the Kilimanjaro Park Gate is included. Our private vehicles ensure a timely, comfortable ride as you begin and complete the mountain portion of your expedition.
Assistant Guides, Porters and Cooks
Our trusted Tanzanian mountain crew includes licensed guides, skilled assistant guides, strong porters, and experienced cooks who support every aspect of the climb — with fairness, professionalism, and local pride.
All permits and fees
All required entrance and access fees for Kilimanjaro National Park are fully covered. We handle the permitting and registration process so you can focus entirely on the journey ahead.
All meals and Dining on the Mountain
Nutritious, well-prepared meals are served throughout the climb, with attention to dietary needs and energy requirements. All cooking equipment and eating utensils are included for a clean and efficient camp experience.
Group & Camping equipment
We provide high-quality mountain tents, insulated sleeping pads, and a spacious dome dining tent complete with table and chairs — offering comfort and organization at every campsite.
Communication, Safety and First Aid
Our guides carry VHF radios, a satellite phone, and a comprehensive first aid kit equipped with high-altitude medications and emergency oxygen. Every expedition is led by a certified Wilderness First Responder (or higher), ensuring expert-level care and preparedness in any situation on the mountain.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
International flights to/from Kilimanjaro
The cost of your international flights to and from (JRO) Airport, is not included in the expedition price. This means you are responsible for researching, booking, and covering the expenses of your flights from your home country (or starting location) to Tanzania and your return journey after the expedition concludes.
Alcoholic drinks and personal snacks
Outside of the team meals provided while in towns, you are responsible for drinks or any personal snacks for the climb.
Personal Tanzania Entry Visa
Cost of Tourist Visa upon arrival to Tanzania at JRO Airport.
Personal travel insurance
We strongly recommend team members on the Kilimanjaro expedition to have rescue/evacuation insurance. Upon signing up, we provide a list of recommended insurance providers that specialize in covering climbing trips, ensuring you're fully protected for the journey.
Personal clothing & gear
Team members are responsible for arriving with the required personal clothing and equipment for the expedition. Upon signing up, we provide a detailed gear list and are always available to offer advice or answer any questions about what to bring, ensuring you're fully prepared for the journey.
Personal expenses
Personal expenses include any small purchases in Punta Arenas, such as extra food, supplies, or taxis, as well as any items you may wish to buy at the Union Glacier Camp gift shop in Antarctica.
Staff Gratuities
In your information PDF we will give recommendations for bringing money for tipping the trip staff, for a worry free planning.
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