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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Marangu Route - 6 Days

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Food, logstics were excellent. Our 3 guides were very professional and made sure that all of us can make up to the summit very safe.
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Itinerary

Day 1
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Start point
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (Starting Point)
Meals
Breakfast (Early breakfast at hotel), Lunch, Dinner (Dinner prepared by chef at Mandara Hut)
Accommodation
Hut (Mandara Hut )
Included Activities
- Hotel pickup and transfer to Marangu Gate
- Registration with Tanzania National Park (TANAPA)
- Guided hike through rainforest to Mandara Hut
- Wildlife spotting (Colobus monkeys)
Landmarks
Marangu Gate
Mandara Hut
Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 2
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Evening dinner prepared by chef at Horombo Hut)
Accommodation
Hut (Horombo Hut )
Included Activities
- Guided hike through moorland habitat
- Maundi Crater viewpoint visit
- Optional climb to Maundi Crater rim
Landmarks
Maundi Crater
Kibo Crater
Horombo Hut
Day 3
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Meals
Breakfast (Early morning breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Early dinner at Kibo Hut)
Accommodation
Hut (Kibo Hut)
Included Activities
- Guided hike through alpine desert habitat
- Trail choice between upper and lower routes to Kibo Hut
Optional Activities
- Purchase of mineral water and soft drinks at camp office
Landmarks
Mawenzi Peak
Kibo Peak
Kibo Hut
Day 4
Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Meals
Breakfast (Tea and biscuits at approximately 23:30), Lunch (Hot lunch in the sun at Kibo Hut), Dinner (Dinner at Horombo Hut)
Accommodation
Hut (Horombo Hut )
Included Activities
- Summit attempt from Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak
- Guided hike through stone scree and ice-capped terrain
- Hans Meyer Cave passage
- Gillman's Point visit
- Uhuru Peak summit visit
- Descent to Horombo Hut
Landmarks
Hans Meyer Cave
Gillman's Point
Uhuru Peak
Day 5
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi
End point
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (ending point)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mountain celebration with staff
- Guided descent to Marangu Gate
- Certificate of completion presentation
- Transfer from Marangu Gate to Moshi
Landmarks
Marangu Gate
Moshi

Landmarks
Marangu Gate
Mandara Hut
Mount Kilimanjaro

Landmarks
Maundi Crater
Kibo Crater
Horombo Hut

Landmarks
Mawenzi Peak
Kibo Peak
Kibo Hut

Landmarks
Hans Meyer Cave
Gillman's Point
Uhuru Peak

Landmarks
Marangu Gate
Moshi

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nickisoni
February 9th, 2026
As a local tour agency, they coordinated our Kilimanjaro day trips and safari itineraries with precision
Traveled in August 2024
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Judit
February 2nd, 2020
Kilisa Tours provided excellent service. Naick, the owner of Kilisa was very helpful, always very responsive on all...
Kilisa Tours provided excellent service. Naick, the owner of Kilisa was very helpful, always very responsive on all channels, whatsup, email. We did the 7 days Lemosho tour. Food, logstics were excellent. Our 3 guides were very professional and made sure that all of us can make up to the summit very safe. Bacardi even stay behind with me and helped me with a much slower tempo to get to teh summit. We had 3 spare days after the hike, Naick immediately organized for us a 2 days safari tour and 1 day to visit mountain village and coffee plantation. We enjoyed our stay very much. THANK YOU SO MUCH KILISA FOR THIS WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE! :)Show more
Traveled in January 2020
Reply from: Kilisa Tours & Safaris
Hello Judit,, We are delighted to see that you had fantastic time with us and we meet your expectations. It is our intention to offer the great service so that our guests can still enjoy their Experiences and have great memories once they are back home. Moreover we thank you for your wonderful comments to our guides. It is always a great source of motivation for our staff to hear that our guests appreciated their services and attention to detail. Thanks for choosing us. Kind Regards Juliana
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Henry
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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Ellen
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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Wendy
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.
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Beth
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.
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Danielle
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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- Typhoid - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
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