Kilimanjaro Join Group Departures 2025 – 2026

Upcoming Kilimanjaro joining groups 2026 Departures

What Are Join‑Group Kilimanjaro Climbs?

Joining a group climb means you share the adventure with other trekkers who have signed up for the same departure. Instead of booking a private expedition, you’re matched with hikers who want to climb at the same time and along the same route. The group is limited to a small number of trekkers (usually 2–10 people), which keeps the experience personal and ensures everyone receives proper attention from the guiding team. Your guides set a comfortable pace, arrange logistics, and manage camp life, allowing you to focus on the trail and the view.

Group climbs are designed to maximise your chances of summiting while keeping costs reasonable. Because expenses like park fees, camping equipment and crew salaries are shared across the group, the price per person is lower than a private trek. For solo travellers or pairs who want to meet new people and enjoy a friendly, supportive atmosphere, group departures offer the perfect balance of adventure and affordability.

List of Kilimanjaro Join Group Departures - 2025

RouteArrival DateDeparture DatePrice (USD) PPTrip AvailabilityBOOK NOW
7-Day Machame Route Full Moon ClimbOct 01,2025Oct 09, 2025$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai Route Full Moon ClimbOct 02, 2025Oct 09, 2025$23907 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho RouteOct 10, 2025Oct 19, 2025$26809 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeOct 20, 2025 Oct 28, 2025$24408 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeOct 24, 2025Nov 02, 2025$26807 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame RouteNov 05, 2025Nov 13, 2025$24408 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho RouteNov 25, 2025 Dec 04, 2025$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho route Full Moon climbNov 28, 2025Dec 07, 2025$26807 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame Route Full Moon climbNov 29, 2025Dec 07, 2025$24408 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai route Full Moon climbNov 30, 2025Dec 07, 2025$23909 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho RouteDec 06, 2025Dec 15, 2025$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeDec 10, 2025Dec 18, 2025$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeDec 20, 2025Dec 29, 2025$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame RouteDec 24, 2025Jan 01, 2026$24408 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho RouteDec 28, 2025Jan 06, 2026$26809 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW

If your climb dates don’t match our scheduled dates published below and you wish to climb with other Trekkers, you can  Kilimanjaro join group departures by selecting your open dates. We’ll invite other Trekkers to join you. If you prefer not to join other Trekkers and wish to climb privately, please contact us. We will customize your climb for you at the same cost or upgrade prices based on your requirements, such as luxury accommodation in town and other preferences.

Our groups range from 2-10 Trekkers. So, even if you’re already 2 Trekkers in your group, we consider it as a group. Kilimanjaro Join Group Departures to meet new people, share costs, and enjoy the camaraderie of a group trek.

Let’s make your Kilimanjaro Climb an unforgettable experience. Don’t wait—Kilimanjaro Join Group Departures today and start your adventure!

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KILIMANJARO GROUP CLIMBS 2026

RouteArrival DateDeparture DatePrice (USD)Trip AvailabilityBOOK NOW
8-day Lemosho routeJan 2, 2026Jan 11, 2026$26809 spacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-day Lemosho routeJan 6, 2026Jan 15, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-day Machame routeJan 8, 2026Jan 16, 2026$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai routeJan 9, 2026Jan 16, 2026$239010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-day Machame RouteJan 12, 2026Jan 20, 2026$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-day lemosho routeJan 15, 2026Jan 24, 2026$23908 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-day Lemosho route Full Moon Climb Jan 27, 2026Feb 5 2026$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-day Lemosho routeFeb 5, 2026Feb 14, 2026$26809 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-day Machame routeFeb 6, 2026Feb 14, 2026$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-day Rongai routeFeb 7, 2026 Feb 14, 2026$23909 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeFeb 14, 2026Feb 24, 2026$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeFeb 18, 2026Feb 26, 2026$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-day Lemosho route Full Moon ClimbFeb 25, 2026March 6, 2026$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeFeb 28, 2026March 8, 2026$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeMarch 6, 2026March 15, 2026$26809 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeMarch 7, 2026March 15, 2026$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai routeMarch 8, 2026March 15, 2026$23908 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeMarch 15, 2026March 24, 2026$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeMarch 20, 2026March 28, 2026$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeMarch 25, 2026 April 3 2026$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-day Lemosho routeJune 4, 2026June 13, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeJune 5, 2026June 13, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai routeJune 6, 2026June 13, 2026$239010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeJune 10, 2026June 19, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeJune 18, 2026June 26, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-day Lemosho route Full Moon ClimbJune 24, 2026July 3, 2026$26809 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeJune 25, 2026July 04, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeJuly 3, 2026July 12, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame RouteJuly 4, 2026July 12, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai routeJuly 5 2026July 12, 2026$239010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeJuly 10, 2026July 19, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeJuly 16 2026July 24, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai routeJuly 20, 2026July 27, 2026$239010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho route Full Moon ClimbJuly 23, 2026August 01, 2026$26809 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeJuly 28, 2026August 05, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho RouteAugust 02, 2026August 11, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeAugust 03, 2026August 11, 2026$24409 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai routeAugust 04, 2026August 11, 2026$239010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeAugust 08, 2026August 17, 2026$26809 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame RouteAugust 14, 2026August 22, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai route FullAugust 18, 2026August 25, 2026$239010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho route full Moon ClimbAugust 22, 2026 August 31, 2026$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeSept 01, 2026Sept 09, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai routeSept 02, 2026Sept 09, 2026$239010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeSept 10, 2026Sept 19, 2026$26809 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeSept 15, 2026Sept 23, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-day Lemosho route Full Moon ClimbSept 20, 2026Sept 29, 2026$26808 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeSept 26 2026Oct 05, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeSept 30, 2026Oct 09, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame RouteOct 01,2026Oct 09, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai RouteOct 02, 2026Oct 09, 2026$239010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho RouteOct 10, 2026Oct 19, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho route Full Moon ClimbOct 20, 2026 Oct 29, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeOct 24, 2026Nov 02, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame RouteNov 05, 2026Nov 13, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho Route - Full Moon ClimbNov 18, 2026 Nov 27, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho routeNov 28, 2026Dec 07, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame RouteNov 29, 2026 Dec 07, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
6-Day Rongai routeNov 30, 2026Dec 07, 2026$239010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho RouteDec 06, 2026Dec 15, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeDec 10, 2026Dec 18, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day Lemosho route Full Moon climbDec 18, 2026Dec 27, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
7-Day Machame routeDec 24, 2026Jan 01, 2026$244010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW
8-Day LemoshoDec 28, 2026Jan 06, 2026$268010 SpacesJOIN/BOOK NOW

Group vs. Private Climbs

TopicGroup ClimbsPrivate Climbs
Cost per personLower, because park fees, crew wages and equipment are shared.Higher, since all costs are absorbed by your party.
FlexibilityFixed departure dates and routes; you join the schedule that suits you.Total flexibility on dates, pace and itinerary.
AtmosphereSocial and supportive; make friends from around the world.More intimate; perfect for families or those seeking privacy.
Guides & portersProfessional guides, cooks and porters accompany the group; numbers scale with group size.Dedicated guides and crew focused solely on your party.
Pace & acclimatisationGuides balance different fitness levels and encourage a steady pace (“pole pole”) to help everyone acclimatise.Pace tailored to your group’s fitness; can be slower or faster depending on your needs.

Private climbs are ideal if you have specific travel dates or want complete control over your schedule. Group climbs, however, offer excellent value and the camaraderie of sharing your summit attempt with like‑minded adventurers.

Five Reasons to Join a Group Climb
  • Save Money – Park fees, camping equipment, guides and porters represent the bulk of Kilimanjaro costs. Splitting these expenses across several trekkers significantly lowers the price per person without sacrificing safety or comfort.

  • Meet New People – Few experiences bond strangers more than trekking up Africa’s highest peak. You’ll share stories, encourage each other during challenging sections and celebrate together at Uhuru Peak. Many trekkers leave the mountain with lifelong friends.

  • Professional Guiding Team – Each group is led by certified guides who know the mountain intimately. They manage pacing, monitor your health and provide daily briefings. Assistant guides, cooks and porters support the climb, ensuring you stay well‑fed and comfortable.

  • Guaranteed Departures – Group climbs operate on fixed dates throughout 2025–2026. Even if only two people sign up, the climb will still depart. Solo travellers don’t have to worry about meeting a minimum group size; your spot is secure.

  • Safety and Camaraderie – Trekking in a group provides built‑in support. If you’re feeling tired or struggling with altitude, there’s always someone to lean on, and guides are there to help immediately. A shared sense of purpose keeps morale high, especially on summit night.

Machame Route (6–7 Days)

Often called the “Whiskey Route,” Machame is one of Kilimanjaro’s most popular trails. It ascends the southern slope of the mountain and descends via the Mweka route. The trail begins in lush rainforest and quickly climbs into moorland, alpine desert and finally the arctic summit zone. According to trekking guides, the Machame route is considered one of the most scenic paths and has a comparatively high success rate, especially when trekkers opt for the seven‑day itinerary. The longer schedule allows for better acclimatisation because you climb to higher altitude during the day and drop back down to sleep, giving your body time to adjust. The route can become crowded during peak season, so joining a smaller group provides a more personal experience.

Highlights

  • Diverse landscapes: rainforest, moorland and alpine desert.

  • Good acclimatisation profile on the seven‑day itinerary.

  • High summit success rate relative to other routes.

  • Descends via a different trail, so you see new scenery on the way down.

Things to consider

  • The trail can be busy during the high season due to its popularity.

  • The six‑day version is more demanding on acclimatisation; first‑time trekkers should choose the seven‑day option.

7‑Day Machame Route – Full Itinerary – see day‑by‑day details and available departures.

Lemosho Route (7–8 Days)

The Lemosho route begins on Kilimanjaro’s western slope at Lemosho Gate (2,100 m) and is widely regarded as the most beautiful way to climb the mountain. It crosses the entire Shira Plateau, giving trekkers panoramic views of the mountain’s southern face. It joins the Machame trail at Shira Camp and descends via the Mweka route. Follow Alice notes that the Lemosho route offers fantastic scenery and a great acclimatisation profile. Spending seven or eight days on the trail allows your body to adjust gradually, which increases your summit success rate.

Highlights

  • Stunning scenery and varied ecosystems; considered the most beautiful route.

  • Excellent acclimatisation thanks to its longer duration.

  • Crosses the Shira Plateau, a high‑altitude savanna unique to Kilimanjaro.

  • Less crowded at the beginning because it starts on the remote western side.

Things to consider

  • Slightly more expensive than shorter routes because of its length.

  • Requires a longer time commitment (7–8 days).

8‑Day Lemosho Route – Full Itinerary.

Rongai Route (6–7 Days)

Rongai is the only route that ascends Kilimanjaro from the northern side and is considered one of the quietest trails. The climb is a gentle, steady ascent through rainforest and moorland, making it a good option for trekkers seeking an easier gradient. Follow Alice describes Rongai as one of the least‑used ascent routes and notes that it is quieter than other trails. Because it lacks the “climb high, sleep low” profile of other routes, its summit success rate is middling, so proper acclimatisation is essential.

Highlights

  • Starts on the remote northern flank, offering solitude and unique views toward Kenya’s Amboseli National Park.

  • Gentle gradient makes it physically easier than steeper routes.

  • Avoids the Barranco Wall, which some trekkers find intimidating.

  • Camps beneath Mawenzi Peak, providing dramatic alpine scenery.

Things to consider

  • Lacks “climb high, sleep low” opportunities, so acclimatisation can be more challenging.

  • Summit success rate is lower than on the Machame or Lemosho routes.

 7‑Day Rongai Route – Full Itinerary.

Ready to Join?

Browse our 2025–2026 departures and choose the route and dates that fit your travel plans. If our scheduled dates don’t match your availability, we can arrange a private climb on your preferred route at a similar cost. Whether you join a group or climb privately, our certified guides and dedicated support team are here to make your Kilimanjaro adventure safe, memorable and successful.

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