Kilimanjaro Group Joining Treks for the year 2026 Dates & Prices
To help you with your preparations, we have compiled a comprehensive table of Mount Kilimanjaro tour prices and dates for the year 2026. This information will enable you to choose the route, arrival and departure dates, and find the best price that suits your preferences. Read on to explore the exciting possibilities and start your journey towards conquering Africa’s highest peak.
Here are your 2026 Kilimanjaro Group Departures organized by month, fully updated with the new fixed prices and in perfect chronological order within each month.
JANUARY – February 2026 – Group Joining Trek Dates
Climbing Kilimanjaro in January-February as a group is one of the very best times of the year. Skies are mostly clear, temperatures are warm (especially lower on the mountain), and the views of the glaciers and across to Mount Meru are spectacular. Rain is rare, nights are cold but not extreme, and the mountain is relatively quiet compared to the peak summer rush. Full-moon climbs in late January and late February are magical because the snow on Kibo lights up like a lantern. Perfect for photographers and anyone who wants warm days and crisp, dry conditions.
January 2026
Route | Arrival | Departure | Special Event | Price | Spaces |
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8 day Lemosho | 31 Dec 2025 | 09 Jan 2026 | | $2,650 | 7 |
7 day Machame | 02 Jan 2026 | 10 Jan 2026 | | $2,445 | 6 |
8 day Lemosho | 12 Jan 2026 | 21 Jan 2026 | | $2,650 | 7 |
8 day Lemosho | 15 Jan 2026 | 24 Jan 2026 | | $2,650 | 6 |
8 day Lemosho | 20 Jan 2026 | 29 Jan 2026 | | $2,650 | 6 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 25 Jan 2026 | 04 Feb 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 26 Jan 2026 | 04 Feb 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 27 Jan 2026 | 04 Feb 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,435 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 28 Jan 2026 | 05 Feb 2026 | | $2,435 | 6 |
6 day Marangu | 31 Jan 2026 | 07 Feb 2026 | | $2,090 | 7 |
FEBRUARY 2026
Route | Arrival | Departure | Special Event | Price | Spaces |
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7 day Rongai | 02 Feb 2026 | 10 Feb 2026 | | $2,545 | 8 |
7 day Lemosho | 07 Feb 2026 | 15 Feb 2026 | | $2,650 | 6 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 15 Feb 2026 | 25 Feb 2026 | | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 16 Feb 2026 | 25 Feb 2026 | | $2,650 | 7 |
7 day Lemosho | 17 Feb 2026 | 25 Feb 2026 | | $2,435 | 9 |
7 day Machame | 21 Feb 2026 | 01 Mar 2026 | | $2,445 | 9 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 23 Feb 2026 | 05 Mar 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 24 Feb 2026 | 05 Mar 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,650 | 7 |
7 day Lemosho | 25 Feb 2026 | 05 Mar 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,435 | 9 |
8 day Lemosho | 28 Feb 2026 | 09 Mar 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
March – April – May – Group Trek Departure Dates
Still dry and pleasant at the beginning of the month, but towards the end of March, the long rainy season usually starts. The first half of March is excellent (clear skies, fewer crowds, slightly cooler than Jan/Feb). After about the 20th, showers become more frequent, and the trails can get muddy. If you’re flexible, early March is a hidden gem; late March is best avoided unless you don’t mind some rain and lower visibility.
MARCH 2026
Route | Arrival | Departure | Special Event | Price | Spaces |
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6 day Marangu | 02 Mar 2026 | 09 Mar 2026 | | $2,090 | 8 |
7 day Machame | 05 Mar 2026 | 13 Mar 2026 | | $2,445 | 9 |
7 day Rongai | 08 Mar 2026 | 16 Mar 2026 | | $2,545 | 9 |
8 day Lemosho | 12 Mar 2026 | 21 Mar 2026 | | $2,650 | 9 |
7 day Rongai | 16 Mar 2026 | 24 Mar 2026 | | $2,545 | 9 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 24 Mar 2026 | 03 Apr 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,920 | 7 |
8 day Lemosho | 25 Mar 2026 | 03 Apr 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Machame | 26 Mar 2026 | 03 Apr 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,445 | 10 |
April to May: No Group Treks due to the Long rainy season
The heart of the long rainy season – heavy afternoon showers almost every day, low clouds, and wet, slippery trails. We run very few climbs during these two months, mostly private treks. We do not schedule fixed group departures in April or May for safety and comfort reasons.
June: The Kilimanjaro Group Treks season begins
The rain dramatically reduces from the first week of June onward. Early June still feels fresh and green, the mountain is extremely quiet (you might have camps almost to yourself), and prices are at their lowest because it’s technically still “low season”. By mid-to-late June the weather is already very reliable – clear mornings, occasional short afternoon showers at lower elevations, and stunningly beautiful landscapes with wildflowers. An insider’s favorite time for those who want solitude and don’t mind a small chance of light rain.
JUNE 2026
Route | Arrival | Departure | Special Event | Price | Spaces |
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9 day Northern Circuit | 03 Jun 2026 | 13 Jun 2026 | | $2,920 | 9 |
8 day Lemosho | 04 Jun 2026 | 13 Jun 2026 | | $2,650 | 9 |
7 day Lemosho | 05 Jun 2026 | 13 Jun 2026 | | $2,435 | 6 |
8 day Lemosho | 08 Jun 2026 | 17 Jun 2026 | | $2,650 | 9 |
7 day Rongai | 13 Jun 2026 | 21 Jun 2026 | | $2,545 | 7 |
8 day Lemosho | 15 Jun 2026 | 24 Jun 2026 | | $2,650 | 9 |
7 day Lemosho | 17 Jun 2026 | 25 Jun 2026 | | $2,435 | 6 |
7 day Machame | 19 Jun 2026 | 27 Jun 2026 | | $2,445 | 8 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 21 Jun 2026 | 01 Jul 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,920 | 9 |
8 day Lemosho | 22 Jun 2026 | 01 Jul 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,650 | 9 |
7 day Lemosho | 23 Jun 2026 | 01 Jul 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,435 | 6 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 25 Jun 2026 | 05 Jul 2026 | | $2,920 | 9 |
8 day Lemosho | 28 Jun 2026 | 06 Jul 2026 | | $2,650 | 9 |
July-August: Best time for Kilimanjaro Group Joining Treks
Peak season for very good reasons. Almost zero chance of rain, warm days, cold but dry nights, and panoramic views every single day. Trails are busier (especially Machame and Lemosho), but the weather is as close to guaranteed as Kilimanjaro ever gets. Full-moon summits in July and August are incredibly popular because the snowcap glows under bright moonlight and the crater is often wind-still. If you want the classic “postcard” Kilimanjaro experience with the highest success rate, this is it.
JULY 2026 (Peak Season)
Route | Arrival | Departure | Special Event | Price | Spaces |
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6 day Marangu | 01 Jul 2026 | 08 Jul 2026 | | $2,090 | 8 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 02 Jul 2026 | 12 Jul 2026 | | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 03 Jul 2026 | 12 Jul 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 04 Jul 2026 | 12 Jul 2026 | | $2,435 | 10 |
7 day Machame | 05 Jul 2026 | 13 Jul 2026 | | $2,445 | 9 |
8 day Lemosho | 06 Jul 2026 | 15 Jul 2026 | | $2,650 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 09 Jul 2026 | 18 Jul 2026 | | $2,650 | 8 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 13 Jul 2026 | 23 Jul 2026 | | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 14 Jul 2026 | 23 Jul 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 18 Jul 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | | $2,435 | 10 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 21 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 22 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 23 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,435 | 10 |
7 day Machame | 31 Jul 2026 | 08 Aug 2026 | | $2,445 | 6 |
AUGUST 2026 (Peak Season)
Route | Arrival | Departure | Special Event | Price | Spaces |
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9 day Northern Circuit | 01 Aug 2026 | 11 Aug 2026 | | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 02 Aug 2026 | 11 Aug 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 03 Aug 2026 | 11 Aug 2026 | | $2,435 | 5 |
8 day Lemosho | 04 Aug 2026 | 13 Aug 2026 | | $2,650 | 8 |
7 day Machame | 05 Aug 2026 | 13 Aug 2026 | | $2,445 | 6 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 10 Aug 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 11 Aug 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 12 Aug 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | | $2,435 | 5 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 20 Aug 2026 | 30 Aug 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 21 Aug 2026 | 30 Aug 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 22 Aug 2026 | 30 Aug 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,435 | 5 |
8 day Lemosho | 24 Aug 2026 | 02 Sep 2026 | | $2,650 | 8 |
7 day Machame | 25 Aug 2026 | 02 Sep 2026 | | $2,445 | 4 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 30 Aug 2026 | 09 Sep 2026 | | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 31 Aug 2026 | 09 Sep 2026 | | $2,650 | 5 |
September – Early October: Also best weather for a Kilimanjaro Group joining Trek
Essentially an extension of the dry season – still excellent weather, slightly fewer people than July/August, and pleasantly warm temperatures. The landscape starts to turn golden rather than green, giving a different but equally beautiful look. Late September and the first half of October are arguably the sweet spot of the entire year: perfect weather + noticeably quieter trails than peak summer.
SEPTEMBER 2026
Route | Arrival | Departure | Special Event | Price | Spaces |
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7 day Lemosho | 01 Sep 2026 | 09 Sep 2026 | | $2,435 | 10 |
7 day Machame | 04 Sep 2026 | 12 Sep 2026 | | $2,445 | 6 |
7 day Rongai | 05 Sep 2026 | 13 Sep 2026 | | $2,545 | 6 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 09 Sep 2026 | 19 Sep 2026 | | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 10 Sep 2026 | 19 Sep 2026 | | $2,650 | 5 |
7 day Lemosho | 11 Sep 2026 | 19 Sep 2026 | | $2,435 | 10 |
8 day Lemosho | 15 Sep 2026 | 24 Sep 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 18 Sep 2026 | 28 Sep 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 19 Sep 2026 | 28 Sep 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 20 Sep 2026 | 28 Sep 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,435 | 5 |
7 day Machame | 25 Sep 2026 | 01 Oct 2026 | | $2,445 | 9 |
6 day Marangu | 28 Sep 2026 | 05 Oct 2026 | | $2,090 | 5 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 29 Sep 2026 | 09 Oct 2026 | | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 30 Sep 2026 | 09 Oct 2026 | | $2,650 | 5 |
Mid to late October Group Climbs
Still very dry and clear, but towards the end of October, the short rains can begin (usually just afternoon showers). Most years the second half of October remains excellent; in some years, you get a few wet afternoons. A great shoulder-season choice if you want good weather and lower crowds.
OCTOBER 2026
Route | Arrival | Departure | Special Event | Price | Spaces |
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7 day Lemosho | 01 Oct 2026 | 09 Oct 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Machame | 03 Oct 2026 | 11 Oct 2026 | | $2,445 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 05 Oct 2026 | 13 Oct 2026 | | $2,435 | 10 |
7 day Machame | 07 Oct 2026 | 15 Oct 2026 | | $2,445 | 9 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 08 Oct 2026 | 18 Oct 2026 | | $2,920 | 10 |
8 day Lemosho | 09 Oct 2026 | 18 Oct 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 10 Oct 2026 | 18 Oct 2026 | | $2,435 | 10 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 18 Oct 2026 | 28 Oct 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,920 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 19 Oct 2026 | 28 Oct 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,650 | 9 |
7 day Lemosho | 20 Oct 2026 | 28 Oct 2026 | ★ Full Moon Summit – Book | $2,435 | 10 |
7 day Rongai | 25 Oct 2026 | 02 Nov 2026 | | $2,545 | 10 |
NOVEMBER – DECEMBER 2026 (Short Rainy + Holiday Season)
The short rainy season. Light to moderate rain most afternoons, but mornings are usually clear, and the mountain empties out again. Prices drop, crowds disappear, and the park feels wild and untouched. If you’re on a budget and don’t mind packing good rain gear, November offers excellent value and a lush, green mountain.
December – Kilimanjaro Group Trek Dates
The short rains normally finish by mid-December. From about the 15th onward, the weather turns dry and settled again, making the Christmas and New Year climbs extremely popular. Warm days, cold summit nights, and festive atmosphere in the camps. The Christmas Day and New Year summit attempts are bucket-list experiences – clear skies, celebratory mood at Uhuru Peak at sunrise, and champagne on the roof of Africa.
Route | Arrival | Departure | Special Event | Price | Spaces |
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9 day Northern Circuit | 27 Nov 2026 | 07 Dec 2026 | | $2,920 | 10 |
8 day Lemosho | 28 Nov 2026 | 07 Dec 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 29 Nov 2026 | 07 Dec 2026 | | $2,435 | 10 |
6 day Marangu | 05 Dec 2026 | 12 Dec 2026 | | $2,090 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 07 Dec 2026 | 16 Dec 2026 | | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 08 Dec 2026 | 16 Dec 2026 | | $2,435 | 8 |
8 day Lemosho | 18 Dec 2026 | 26 Dec 2026 | ★ Christmas Day Summit – Book | $2,650 | 10 |
9 day Northern Circuit | 19 Dec 2026 | 29 Dec 2026 | | $2,920 | 10 |
8 day Lemosho | 25 Dec 2026 | 03 Jan 2027 | | $2,650 | 10 |
7 day Lemosho | 26 Dec 2026 | 03 Jan 2027 | | $2,435 | 10 |
Christmas & New Year Special Departures
| 8 day Lemosho | Dec 18, 2026 | Dec 26, 2026 | ★ Christmas Day Summit | $2,650 | 10 |
| 9 day Northern Circuit | Dec 19, 2026 | Dec 29, 2026 | Holiday Season | $2,920 | 10 |
| 8 day Lemosho | Dec 25, 2026 | Jan 3, 2027 | ★ New Year Summit | $2,650 | 10 |
| 7 day Lemosho | Dec 26, 2026 | Jan 3, 2027 | ★ New Year Summit | $2,650 | 10 |
All prices are final per person in USD · Small group supplements may apply for 1–2 travellers
★ Full Moon climbs = summit night under bright moonlight (very popular!)
Best Months for Joining a Group Trek
The best months for climbing Kilimanjaro are generally considered to be January, February, July, August, September, and October. These months offer better weather conditions, with lower chances of rainfall and more stable temperatures. However, it’s important to note that weather patterns can vary, and it’s recommended to consult with experienced guides or tour operators for the most up-to-date information and to choose the best time to climb based on your preferences and climbing goals.
Month | Weather Summary | Best Months
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January | Good weather, low precipitation | January
February | Good weather, low precipitation | February
March | Weather becomes unpredictable | March
April | Rainy season begins | –
May | Rainy season continues | –
June | Weather improves | June
July-August| Peak season, best weather | July, August
September | Dry season continues | September, October
October | Dry season continues |
November | Short rainy season begins | –
December | Short rainy season continues |