Can 70+ years old tourists climb Kilimanjaro?

Yes, there are travellers in their 70s and 80s who summit Kilimanjaro every year. However, it is recommended to seek professional medical advice first to ensure the person gets clearance from doctor. If they decide to trek the Kilimanjaro, it is also recommended to take one of the longer routes which provide more time for acclimatization.

Is it common to tip the support staff?

Yes, it is and the recommended tipping amounts are the same no matter what route the hikers choose to do. The tip for the lead guide is usually $20-$25 per day; the tip for assistant guide and the chef is $10-$15 per day and the tip for each porter is $5-$10 per day.

Is any previous experience needed to climb Kilimanjaro?

No, the climb to Mount Kilimanjaro does not require any previous climbing skills. On the Machame, Lemosho, Shira and Umbwe Route there is a section called the Barranco Wall that requires basic bouldering skills, however, no preparation is required for this section of the hike.

Is it possible to climb Kilimanjaro without a guide?

No. All standard Kilimanjaro treks usually include not only a registered guide but porters to carry the trekkers gear, gas, tents and food. According to the Tanzanian law, it is not possible for travellers to climb Kilimanjaro without the support staff.

What is the night time temperature like on the summit of Kilimanjaro?

The night time temperature at the Uhuru Point can range between 20 and -20 degrees Fahrenheit (-7 to -29 degrees Celsius). Due to Mount Kilimanjaro's great height, the mountain creates its own weather.

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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Arusha to Mti Mkubwa Campsite
Arusha to Mti Mkubwa Campsite
Start point
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (pick up and dropoff)
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at your hotel), Lunch (Packed lunch at Londorossi Park Gate and afternoon lunch break during hike), Dinner (Dinner prepared by chef at Mti Mkubwa Campsite)
Accommodation
Camping ( Mti Mkubwa camp)
Included Activities
- Guided hike through rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Campsite (3 hours, 2750m)
- Park registration with Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA)
Landmarks
Londorossi Park Gate
Mti Mkubwa Campsite
Day 2
Mti Mkubwa to Shira 2 Camp
Mti Mkubwa to Shira 2 Camp
Meals
Breakfast (Early morning breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Dinner prepared by chef at Shira 2 Camp)
Accommodation
Camping (Shira Camp)
Included Activities
- Guided hike from rainforest through moorland to Shira 2 Camp (6.5 hours, 3840m)
Landmarks
Western Breach
Shira 2 Camp
Day 3
Shira 2 to Barranco Campsite
Shira 2 to Barranco Campsite
Meals
Breakfast (Early morning breakfast), Lunch (Packed lunch at Lava Tower), Dinner (Dinner served as hikers view sunset)
Accommodation
Camping (Barranco Camp)
Included Activities
- Guided hike from moorland through semi-desert to Lava Tower (5 hours, 4630m)
- Guided descent to Barranco Campsite (approximately 2 hours)
Optional Activities
- Climb Lava Tower (weather permitting)
Landmarks
Lava Tower
Barranco Campsite
Great Barranco Wall
Day 4
Barranco to Barafu Camp
Barranco to Barafu Camp
Meals
Breakfast (Early morning breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Early dinner served before summit attempt)
Accommodation
Camping (Barafu camp)
Included Activities
- Guided climb of Great Barranco Wall (Class 2)
- Guided hike through Karanga Valley to Barafu Camp (7 hours, 4550m, approximately 13 kilometers)
Landmarks
Great Barranco Wall
Heim Glacier
Karanga Valley
Barafu Camp
Day 5
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and descent to Mweka Camp
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and descent to Mweka Camp
Meals
Breakfast (Tea and biscuits around 23:30 before summit attempt), Lunch (Hot lunch at Barafu Camp), Dinner (Dinner at Mweka Camp)
Accommodation
Hut (Mweka Camp)
Included Activities
- Guided summit attempt to Stella Point (5685m, approximately 6 hours ascent)
- Guided ascent to Uhuru Peak (5895m, approximately 2 hours)
- Guided descent to Barafu Camp (approximately 3 hours)
- Guided descent to Mweka Camp (3100m)
Landmarks
Stella Point
Uhuru Peak
Mweka Camp
Day 6
Mweka Camp to Moshi
Mweka Camp to Moshi
End point
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (Drop off at Kilimanjaro Airport)
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Mweka Camp), Lunch (Hot lunch in Mweka village)
Included Activities
- Celebration ceremony with mountain staff
- Guided descent to Mweka Gate (3 hours, approximately 15 kilometers)
- Certificate presentation at Mweka Gate
- Descent to Mweka village (1 hour, approximately 3 kilometers)
Landmarks
Mweka Gate
Mweka Village

Landmarks
Londorossi Park Gate
Mti Mkubwa Campsite

Landmarks
Western Breach
Shira 2 Camp

Landmarks
Lava Tower
Barranco Campsite
Great Barranco Wall

Landmarks
Great Barranco Wall
Heim Glacier
Karanga Valley
Barafu Camp

Landmarks
Stella Point
Uhuru Peak
Mweka Camp

Landmarks
Mweka Gate
Mweka Village

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Where You'll Stay

Mti Mkubwa camp
Camping
day 1
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Shira Camp
Camping
day 2
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Barranco Camp
Camping
day 3
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Barafu camp
Camping
day 4
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Mweka Camp
Hut
day 5
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Leonsi5.0•November 2025
Excellent Service and Professional Team I did the 7-Day Machame Route with Kilisa Tours and can t praise them enough
Traveled in July 2024
Liam5.0•July 2024
Kilisa provided an incredible experience and one that couldn’t recommend enough!
Traveled in July 2024

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Robert
Asked on July 4th, 2019
Can 70+ years old tourists climb Kilimanjaro?
Age Range
- Kilisa Tours & SafarisOperator•Written July 2019
  Yes, there are travellers in their 70s and 80s who summit Kilimanjaro every year. However, it is recommended to seek professional medical advice first to ensure the person gets clearance from doctor. If they decide to trek the Kilimanjaro, it is also recommended to take one of the longer routes which provide more time for acclimatization.
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Deborah
Asked on July 4th, 2019
Is it common to tip the support staff?
Travel Support
- Kilisa Tours & SafarisOperator•Written July 2019
  Yes, it is and the recommended tipping amounts are the same no matter what route the hikers choose to do. The tip for the lead guide is usually $20-$25 per day; the tip for assistant guide and the chef is $10-$15 per day and the tip for each porter is $5-$10 per day.
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Gloria
Asked on July 4th, 2019
Is any previous experience needed to climb Kilimanjaro?
Tour Details
- Kilisa Tours & SafarisOperator•Written July 2019
  No, the climb to Mount Kilimanjaro does not require any previous climbing skills. On the Machame, Lemosho, Shira and Umbwe Route there is a section called the Barranco Wall that requires basic bouldering skills, however, no preparation is required for this section of the hike.
J
James
Asked on July 4th, 2019
Is it possible to climb Kilimanjaro without a guide?
Tour Details
- Kilisa Tours & SafarisOperator•Written July 2019
  No. All standard Kilimanjaro treks usually include not only a registered guide but porters to carry the trekkers gear, gas, tents and food. According to the Tanzanian law, it is not possible for travellers to climb Kilimanjaro without the support staff.
A
Annie
Asked on July 4th, 2019
What is the night time temperature like on the summit of Kilimanjaro?
Tour Details
- Kilisa Tours & SafarisOperator•Written July 2019
  The night time temperature at the Uhuru Point can range between 20 and -20 degrees Fahrenheit (-7 to -29 degrees Celsius). Due to Mount Kilimanjaro's great height, the mountain creates its own weather.

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