The best time to climb Kilimanjaro is during the dry seasons, which are generally from January to March and from June to October, when clear skies afford excellent views of superb scenery, especially from the upper slopes; though, expect some snowfall during this period. However, it's important to note that the weather on Kilimanjaro can be unpredictable, and conditions can vary throughout the year.
During April, May, and November there are rainy seasons which can be more dangerous to trek Mount Kilimanjaro. Anyone can climb Kilimanjaro at any time of the year, but other months are better than April, May, and November. It is advised to climb Mount Kilimanjaro during the best months. Like January, February, and other months of the year. You need to climb Mount Kilimanjaro during the dry months to avoid April, May, and November.
January, February, and March
• Weather: Generally dry, with warm temperatures at lower altitudes and cooler temperatures as you ascend.
• Crowds: Relatively busy, especially during the first half of January.
• Highlights: clear skies, excellent visibility, and quieter routes compared to other peak seasons.
April and May
• Weather: rainy season with heavier rainfall and higher chances of precipitation
• Conditions: Trails can be wet, muddy, and slippery, particularly at lower elevations.
• Crowds: Fewer climbers due to the rainy season.
• Considerations: Climbing during this period may be more challenging and less popular.
June, July, August, September, and October
• Weather: Dry and cooler temperatures prevail, particularly at higher altitudes.
• Conditions: Generally clear skies, although colder temperatures are experienced, especially at night and at higher elevations.
• Crowds: moderate to high levels of climbers, particularly from July to September.
• Highlights: excellent chances of clear views, relatively stable weather conditions, and a higher chance of a successful summit.
November and December
• Weather: short rainy season with sporadic showers, but overall drier than the long rainy season.
• Conditions: Trails may still be wet and slippery, but with less rainfall compared to the long rainy season.
• Crowds: Fewer climbers compared to the peak seasons.
• Considerations: Climbing during this period can offer quieter trails, but be prepared for potential rainfall.
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1 day Kilimanjaro climbing
The best and most reasonable price for the greatest 1-day tour on Marangu route to Kilimanjaro with excellent climbing is from $200 to $550 which makes you reach around 2835m of this highest mountain in Africa, the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, and one of the world’s seven highest summits.
5 days Kilimanjaro climbing
The best affordable price for the most popular 5-day Kilimanjaro greatest climbing on the Marangu route is from $1200 to $3000 to reach the 5895m of the highest mountain in Africa, the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, and one of the world’s seven highest summits by doing 5-day walking trip.
6 days Kilimanjaro climbing
The best reasonable price for the amazing and excellent 6-day Kilimanjaro climbing on the Machame, Marangu, or Umbwe and Rongai routes is from $1400 to $5000 per hiker to reach at 19341ft / 5895m of the world’s tallest free-standing mountain and one of the world’s seven highest summits in a 6-day tour trip.
7 days Kilimanjaro climbing
The best and affordable price of the 7-day climbing the greatest Kilimanjaro Mountain through Machame route is from $1500 to $5500 which makes the climber to reach at 19341ft / 5895m as the tallest free-standing mountain in the world. This price includes all camping equipment’s, all government fees and taxes, crew salary, food, and all related costs per climber.
8 days Kilimanjaro climbing
This 8 days Kilimanjaro climbing is full well designed to be used through Lemosho route as a Kilimanjaro route with a best success rate (92% to 96.87%) and best high-altitude acclimatization. It also provides a best experience of making a greatest African adventure by exploring the African highest summit with a clear view from the southwest side of the mountain wile viewing the Tanzania’s second highest mountain called mount Meru.
9 days Kilimanjaro climbing
This is the best hiking at the affordable price of climbing the greatest 9 days Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route which is from $1200 to $6000 which makes the climber reach at 19341ft / 5895 m as the tallest free-standing mountain in the world.
