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East Africa · 19 June–17 July 2027

Climb Kilimanjaro During AFCON 2027

Make your East Africa trip your own. Compare six Mount Kilimanjaro routes and choose a scheduled group departure or a private expedition around the tournament period.

A climbing trip, not a match package

Plan the mountain around your East Africa visit

CAF has confirmed AFCON 2027 will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Kili Summit Expedition’s offer is focused on climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania; it does not bundle tournament attendance or other holiday products. Build in time for your climb, arrival and recovery, then confirm any football plans directly against official announcements.

Opening 19 June 2027Final 17 July 2027Six routes Group or private

Six ways up the mountain

Choose your Kilimanjaro route

Compare route character, duration and proposed per-person pricing, then open the full group or private package itinerary.

Machame route on Mount Kilimanjaro

Machame

A varied southern approach with rainforest, the Shira Plateau, the Lava Tower acclimatization day and the Barranco Wall.

Group $2,795 per person
Lemosho route on Mount Kilimanjaro

Lemosho

A western approach across the Shira Plateau, joining the southern circuit for the Lava Tower, Barranco and summit section.

Group $3,195 per person
Marangu route on Mount Kilimanjaro

Marangu

The hut-based route follows the Marangu trail on ascent and descent, with overnight stays at Mandara, Horombo and Kibo huts.

Group $2,495 per person
Rongai route on Mount Kilimanjaro

Rongai

The northern approach passes the Mawenzi area, includes a dedicated acclimatization day and descends via the Marangu side.

Group $2,795 per person
Northern Circuit route on Mount Kilimanjaro

Northern Circuit

The nine-day western route crosses the Shira Plateau, traverses the northern slopes and approaches Uhuru Peak via School Hut.

Group $3,495 per person
Umbwe route on Mount Kilimanjaro

Umbwe

A steep southern ridge route for experienced, well-prepared trekkers. The seven-day itinerary includes an acclimatization day at Karanga.

Group $2,895 per person

Beyond the mountain

Add an AFCON 2027 Moshi day trip

Choose a private day trip to complement your Kilimanjaro itinerary. Prices are proposed 2027 season estimates per person and require owner confirmation before sale; AFCON match tickets and non-climbing event services are not included.

Materuni waterfall and coffee village on Kilimanjaro

Materuni Waterfall & Coffee

Half to full day

A guided village walk to Materuni waterfall, followed by a traditional Chagga coffee ceremony and lunch.

From $55 per personSolo $90
Kikuletwa hot springs in the Kilimanjaro region

Kikuletwa Hot Springs

Full day

A relaxed day swimming in warm spring waters with a picnic lunch and a scenic return to Moshi.

From $90 per personSolo $140
Combined waterfall and hot springs day trip around Moshi

Materuni & Hot Springs Combo

Full day

Visit Materuni waterfall and enjoy a coffee experience in the morning, then relax at Kikuletwa hot springs in the afternoon.

From $125 per personSolo $190
Chagga heritage village on the Marangu side of Kilimanjaro

Chagga Heritage in Marangu

Full day

A cultural day in Marangu with village life, Chagga heritage, a waterfall and traditional lunch.

From $65 per personSolo $100
Lake Chala crater lake near the Tanzania-Kenya border

Lake Chala

Full day

Spend a full day at a volcanic crater lake, with a rim walk, picnic lunch and swimming or kayaking where available.

From $125 per personSolo $210

Route and duration options

Compare every available AFCON climb

Each duration has its own itinerary and per-person price. Prices outside the base launch itinerary are proposed estimates pending owner confirmation.

RouteDurationGroup pricePrivate priceDetails
Machame6 days$2,545 per person$3,245 per personView itinerary
Machame7 days · launch itinerary$2,795 per person$3,495 per personView itinerary
Machame8 days$3,045 per person$3,745 per personView itinerary
Lemosho6 days$2,695 per person$3,495 per personView itinerary
Lemosho7 days$2,945 per person$3,745 per personView itinerary
Lemosho8 days · launch itinerary$3,195 per person$3,995 per personView itinerary
Marangu5 days$2,295 per person$2,895 per personView itinerary
Marangu6 days · launch itinerary$2,495 per person$3,095 per personView itinerary
Marangu7 days$2,745 per person$3,345 per personView itinerary
Marangu8 days$2,995 per person$3,595 per personView itinerary
Rongai6 days$2,545 per person$3,245 per personView itinerary
Rongai7 days · launch itinerary$2,795 per person$3,495 per personView itinerary
Rongai8 days$3,045 per person$3,745 per personView itinerary
Northern Circuit8 days$3,195 per person$3,995 per personView itinerary
Northern Circuit9 days · launch itinerary$3,495 per person$4,295 per personView itinerary
Umbwe6 days$2,645 per person$3,345 per personView itinerary
Umbwe7 days · launch itinerary$2,895 per person$3,595 per personView itinerary
Umbwe8 days$3,145 per person$3,845 per personView itinerary

Prices for durations other than the listed AFCON launch itinerary are proposed estimates adjusted from Kili Summit Expedition’s existing route price differences. These additional duration prices and itineraries require owner confirmation before sale. Government fees, taxes, permits and mandatory charges may also change before 2027.

Shorter Kilimanjaro experiences

Day hikes on the mountain

For a Kilimanjaro visit without a summit expedition, these existing park day hikes stay focused on the mountain.

Marangu side · full day

Mandara Hut & Maundi Crater

Hike through the Marangu rainforest to Mandara Hut and the Maundi Crater viewpoint. Existing listed rates range from $180 per person for groups of five or more to $220 for a solo hiker.

View Kilimanjaro day hikes

Western side · full day

Shira Plateau

Visit the Shira Plateau and walk in Kilimanjaro’s high-altitude landscape. Existing listed rates range from $220 per person for groups of five or more to $280 for a solo hiker.

View the Shira Plateau hike

Shorter summit routes

Want a multi-day climb instead?

Compare the shortest existing summit-route itineraries with their full day-by-day plans; shorter schedules leave less time for acclimatization.

Machame · 6 days

Machame 6-day climb

Group from $2,545 or private from $3,245 per person. See the exact route-stage outline and planning note.

View 6-day itinerary

Lemosho · 6 days

Lemosho 6-day climb

Group from $2,695 or private from $3,495 per person. See the exact route-stage outline and planning note.

View 6-day itinerary

Marangu · 5 days

Marangu 5-day climb

Group from $2,295 or private from $2,895 per person. See the exact route-stage outline and planning note.

View 5-day itinerary

Marangu · 6 days

Marangu 6-day climb

Group from $2,495 or private from $3,095 per person. See the exact route-stage outline and planning note.

View 6-day itinerary

Rongai · 6 days

Rongai 6-day climb

Group from $2,545 or private from $3,245 per person. See the exact route-stage outline and planning note.

View 6-day itinerary

Umbwe · 6 days

Umbwe 6-day climb

Group from $2,645 or private from $3,345 per person. See the exact route-stage outline and planning note.

View 6-day itinerary

AFCON PAMOJA 2027 · Tanzania co-host

Tanzania's guide to Africa's greatest tournament

AFCON 2027 is jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda and is scheduled for 19 June–17 July 2027. This website offers Kilimanjaro climbs only. CAF has not confirmed the tournament fixtures, Tanzanian host venues or ticketing arrangements here, so keep match plans flexible and use official updates.

What to expect

A focused Kilimanjaro expedition

Each climb includes a pre-climb briefing and equipment inspection. Mountain accommodation is in designated tents on camping routes and huts on Marangu. Mountain meals and professional guide and porter services are part of the climbing arrangements.

JRO transfers and Moshi hotel nights are arranged as set out in your confirmed itinerary and invoice; do not assume they are included. International flights, match tickets and all non-climbing event services are excluded.

Before you request dates

  • Choose a route and group or private format.
  • Allow arrival time in Moshi before your climb.
  • Prepare for high-altitude trekking and variable mountain conditions.
  • Confirm transfers, hotel nights and final inclusions in writing.
  • Keep AFCON plans flexible until fixtures and venues are confirmed.

Important planning and pricing information

AFCON 2027 is scheduled for 19 June–17 July 2027. Tournament fixtures, host venues and official ticketing arrangements are subject to confirmation by CAF. These packages cover the Kilimanjaro climbing component only; AFCON match tickets are not included unless explicitly stated in a confirmed booking.

2027 AFCON Season Pricing: Prices are based on current operating and park-fee assumptions. Government park fees, taxes, permits and mandatory charges may change before the 2027 season. Final confirmed pricing is subject to the applicable 2027 fee schedule and the final booking invoice.

Prepare well

Arrival, acclimatization and equipment

Arrive with enough time to recover from travel, attend the briefing and inspect your gear. Review route-specific preparation and travel information before booking.

Questions before booking

AFCON 2027 climbing FAQs

What are the AFCON 2027 dates?

AFCON 2027 is scheduled to open on 19 June 2027 and conclude with the final on 17 July 2027. Fixtures, host venues and official ticketing details remain subject to confirmation by CAF.

Are AFCON match tickets included?

No. Match tickets are not included unless explicitly stated in a confirmed booking. The advertised packages cover the Kilimanjaro climbing component only.

Can I choose a group or private climb?

Yes. Scheduled group departures and private expeditions are offered for the routes listed. Departure dates and final arrangements must be confirmed with the booking team.

Are the listed prices final?

These are proposed 2027 launch prices based on current operating and park-fee assumptions. Government charges may change before the season, and final pricing is confirmed on the booking invoice.

How should I plan flights and time in Moshi?

Allow time in Moshi before the climb for the briefing and equipment check. Review the airport guide and arrival guide, and confirm any hotel or airport transfer arrangements with the booking team.

Your mountain plan starts here

Choose your route. We’ll confirm the details.

Send your preferred route, package type and dates through our existing booking system. Deposit details are confirmed at booking.