Frequently asked questions

Most nationalities do. Most travellers get an e-visa online before arrival or a visa on arrival at the airport — around $50 for most countries and $100 for US passport holders. We send full guidance once you book.

A yellow-fever certificate is required if you're arriving from a country with risk of transmission, and routine vaccinations should be up to date. See a travel clinic six to eight weeks before you fly for personal advice.

Yes, malaria is present, especially in lower-lying and coastal areas. Take antimalarial medication and use repellent. The high-altitude summit of Kilimanjaro itself is malaria-free.

Yes — Tanzania is one of Africa's most popular and welcoming destinations, and the safari and mountain regions are well set up for visitors. Use normal travel sense and, above all, a licensed operator.

Our private climbs start from $2,240 per person, all-inclusive of park fees, licensed guides, the full crew, meals and airport transfers. The exact price depends on the route, the number of days and your group size, and falls as the group grows.

Our safaris start from $576 for a short two-day trip; multi-day safaris typically run from around $2,100 to $3,400 per person depending on the parks, length and comfort level. Park fees are a large, fixed part of the cost.

Usually direct. OTAs add a commission of roughly 15–25% for the introduction, while the same local operator runs the trip either way. Booking direct removes that markup — the same trip for less, or a better trip for the same budget.

Ask for their TALA licence number and category — Class A is the full tour-operator licence — and check the company name matches. A real operator gives the number instantly. We're TALA Class A, No. 014216.

Yes. It's a non-technical walk-up, and most reasonably fit first-timers reach the summit if they choose a longer route for acclimatisation and walk slowly. Patience matters far more than experience.

For most first-timers we lean toward the 8-day Lemosho (best acclimatisation and scenery) or the 7-day Machame (the classic, slightly cheaper route). The 9-day Northern Circuit has the highest success rate of all.

The two dry seasons — January to mid-March and June to October — with September the single most reliable month. You can climb year-round, but the rainy months are wetter and quieter.

Success depends mostly on route length: longer routes summit far more often because they allow better acclimatisation. Our estimates run from around 85% on shorter routes to roughly 90% or more on the 8–9 day routes.

It's your body reacting to thin air, and the causes are ascending too fast — not lack of fitness. The remedy is a slow, gradual climb and, if needed, descent. Our guides run twice-daily health checks and carry emergency oxygen on every climb.

The migration is in the Serengeti year-round. The dramatic river crossings are usually July to October, and the calving season — with predators in close attendance — runs January to March in the Ndutu area.

The dry season (June to October) is best for general wildlife viewing and Kilimanjaro. January to March is excellent for calving-season safaris and clear, warmer climbs.

Yes — many travellers do all three in one trip. We arrange it as a single itinerary with one price and all internal transfers handled, so the mountain, the bush and the beach flow together seamlessly.

Tell us your dates and group size and we'll send a tailored day-by-day itinerary and price. A deposit secures your trip and the balance is due before you travel. There's no online checkout — every trip is private and tailored to you.

For our scheduled Kilimanjaro group departures, a $200 deposit holds your place, with the balance due 60 days before departure. Private trips are confirmed with a deposit too — we'll confirm the exact terms with your quote.

Our deposit, balance and cancellation terms are set out in full on our cancellation policy page. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance that covers trip cancellation.

Tipping is expected in Tanzania and is a genuine part of your budget, not an optional extra. We give clear per-day guidance for mountain guides, porters and safari crews so you can plan for it in advance.

Yes. We require comprehensive travel insurance covering trip cancellation and medical care — and, for Kilimanjaro, high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation. It's a condition of climbing with us, for your own protection.