Each departure date requires a minimum of two guests to run. Please wait for confirmation from Altezza Travel before making travel arrangements.

Yes! For private departures, any date is available, however pricing will vary based on the number of people in your group. Lower rates may be available for groups of 3+ people. Please contact our Adventures Team to explore pricing and check on availability.

Please plan to fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you'll be greeted by a member of the Altezza Travel team. Airport pick-up and drop-off are included in the cost of your expedition.

In general, groups are made up of two to fifteen climbers.

Accommodations are in the Aishi Machame Hotel or in Altezza Lodge. Both hotels are cozy and have everything necessary for a comfortable stay – reliable Wi-Fi (which is rare in Africa in general and in Tanzania in particular), nice rooms, swimming pools, restaurants with continental and African cuisine, and doting staff.

While on the mountain you'll be staying in expedition-style tents.

Single accommodations are possible if booked in advance. For information on pricing and availability, please contact our Adventures Team.

Breakfast is included before and after the climb while staying at the hotel. While on the climb, three meals a day are included. Altezza's menu features a traditional continental menu (various soups, chicken, potatoes, salads, cereals, fish, etc.) Vegetarian, vegan, Kosher, Halal, and gluten-free meal plans are also available upon request.

Each participant will be assigned a porter, who can carry up to 15 kg (33 lbs) of personal baggage. You'll just need to carry a small daypack for necessities and any items that require quick access.

Required equipment includes:
Small backpack (20–40 liters) for your daily necessities
Large duffel bag for your belongings, which will be carried by a porter (80–120 liters)
Sleeping bag (designed for up to 5°F)
Rain poncho & a waterproof covering for your backpack
Hiking boots with a water-repellent layer and good protector
Gym shoes for the first days of the climb and to change at the camp
Hiking pants for the first days of the climb (2 pairs)
Waterproof and wind block trousers
Warm ski pants (designed for 5°F)
T-shirt or long sleeve shirt (4-5 pieces)
Soft-shell or fleece jacket
Down jacket for 5°F is an absolute necessity for the final ascent to the summit
Thermal underwear for active sports (preferably 2 pairs)
Light trekking gloves
Mittens/gloves designed for 5°F for the final ascent to the summit
Trekking socks (4-5 pieces)
Gaiters for protection against dust/snow
Cap/panama hat/hat to protect your face and neck against the equatorial sun
Fleece hat
Balaclava for wind protection during the final summit ascent
Alpine sunglasses or goggles
Headlamp
Trekking poles
Water flasks (2 liters in total); the flask may be substituted by a water bladder installed in your backpack
Sunblock (SPF 50+)
Lip balm
Towel, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush

Optional Items
Inflatable pillow
MP3-player is a perfect thing for trekking and summiting
Hand warmers for hands & feet
Solar batteries for charging phone
Waterproof bags for money / documents
Hand sanitizer
Earplugs & sleeping mask
Snacks

For Kilimanjaro climbs you can expect to tip around 10% of the tour cost ($200 - $250).

We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for all trips. For this trip, it is also recommended that you purchase mountaineering insurance, with coverage for high altitude trekking up to 6,000m that also includes evacuation by helicopter. Travel insurance allows you to seek reimbursement if you are forced to cancel your trip for unforeseeable reasons, or if you need to cover medical help, emergency transport, and/or theft or accidental damage while traveling. For travel insurance, we recommend VisitorsCoverage as a provider.

We recommend you visit the local government websites where you plan to travel and review the required documentation for entry, current restrictions, and general recommendations for travel within the area. We encourage you to also visit your home country's embassy website if you are traveling to a foreign country. Requirements can change rapidly. Please be sure you stay abreast of the requirements and restrictions for anywhere you plan to visit. You can also enroll in the U.S. government’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) and you will be sent updates if the situation in your destination changes. You can find the program link at https://step.state.gov/.

Yes! Book confidently with Free Cancellations within 72 hours of booking. After 72 hours, cancellation fees will apply.

New For 2022 Departures: We’re providing more flexible booking options on this trip.

Up to 60 days prior to departure*
You may postpone or modify your trip up to 60 days prior to departure with no fees or penalties.

You will have the option to:
1) Select a new travel date within one year of your original departure date, or
2) Select a new adventure or destination, or
3) Receive 100% lifetime store credit toward a future trip.

*Please note, when choosing a new date, you must choose a date within the same travel season in 2022 or 2023 to avoid any additional trip costs. If you select a new adventure, you will be responsible for the difference of any additional trip costs above the value of your current trip.

Up to 30 days prior to departure*
You may postpone your trip up to 30 days prior to departure with no fees or penalties.

You will have the option to:
1) Select a new travel date within one year of your original departure date, or
2) If you choose not to reschedule your trip you will have the option to cancel, but standard cancellation fees will apply.

*Please note, when choosing a new date, you must choose a date within the same travel season in 2022 or 2023 to avoid any additional trip costs. If you choose to cancel, you will receive a lifetime credit, minus cancellation fees, towards a future trip.

Less than 30 days prior to departure
In some cases, you may have the option to postpone your trip within 30 days prior to departure.

If this is available at the time of your request, you will have the option to:
1) Select a new travel date within one year of your original departure date. Additional trip costs may apply and new dates are subject to availability, or
2) Receive a lifetime store credit toward a future trip. Standard cancellation fees will apply.

For more information on our Travel Cancellation Policy please Click Here.