Kilimanjaro Tipping Guide

Standing at the top of the Kilimanjaro takes a lot. And it’s nearly impossible without the support of Kilimanjaro Guides, porters, mountain crew, and cooks. And, to show gratitude towards them, there is a custom of tipping these people on Mount Kilimanjaro. For details on how and when to tip, refer to the Kilimanjaro Tipping Guide.

Some words on Kilimanjaro Tipping Ceremony

The Kilimanjaro Tipping ceremony is the most beautiful way to celebrate your Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing. This is a fun custom that happens at the end of the Kilimanjaro Climb. And this tipping ceremony is backed by traditional singing and dancing.

And, this is the time when Kilimanjaro Mount climbers tip to the mountain crew. The guides assemble the crew members at the ceremony and the tipping money is distributed in two envelopes. One is for guides and cooks and the other one for tips for all porters.

The Procedure of the Kilimanjaro Tipping Ceremony

It’s no doubt that tipping is the best way to show your gratitude towards the Mountain Crew. But as a climber, you should know what the exact procedure of the Kilimanjaro Tipping Ceremony is and how you should tip to the mountain crews. Let’s take a look at how Kilimanjaro Tipping Ceremony works

Kilimanjaro Tipping Ceremony happens on the last day of the Trek. After the Kilimanjaro Climb, the guides generally assemble the entire mountain crew.
Following this, the group’s spokesperson says a few words to thank the entire staff, which the lead guide translates into Swahili.
The spokesperson signs on the tipping sheet to show the tip amount received — eventually, the guides how much tip has been given to each crew member.
Then that spokesperson hands over the allocated tip to the respective crew members.
This whole tipping ceremony ends with a lot of dancing and singing.

Is Tipping Compulsory on Kilimanjaro?

No, not. Tipping is not compulsory in Kilimanjaro. But it has been a custom and is expected on the Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing. We encourage each climber to have some money for the Tipping Kilimanjaro Guide. Kilimanjaro Crews relies on the tip they get from the climbers. It’s because their salary is inadequate and hard to sustain. This could be why every climber on Kilimanjaro wanted to tip the mountain crew.

The Currency You Can Use While Tipping Kilimanjaro Guide

Using both currencies, you can tip the Kilimanjaro staff in US Dollars or in Tanzanian Shillings. It would be good to withdraw enough cash at Airport and near the lodge you will be staying in. Once you’re in Kilimanjaro, you cannot draw any money.

How should I tip the mountain crew

There is no defined answer to this question How Much Do You Tip On Kilimanjaro? It depends on the number of people in your group; the greater the number, the larger the mountain crew. And the higher the crew member indicates you will pay a large tip.

We are giving a general Kilimanjaro Tipping Guide on the daily amount per mountain crew member.

Crew Members	Daily tip in USD
Porter	6-10
Helping porter	8-12
Cook	10-15
Assistant Guide	15-25
Lead Guide	20-30

The total tip amount per climber for a seven-day Kilimanjaro Climb

Number of people in your group	Min amount (in USD)	Max amount (in USD)
1	$575	$900
2	$420	$680
3	$295	$475
4	$255	$455
5	$240	$415
6	$235	$385
7	$220	$350

The above table shows your tipping amount will be less if your group have more numbers of people.

Best time to Tip the Kilimanjaro Crew

As mentioned below, the Best Time To Tip The Kilimanjaro crew is after your Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing. On your last day at Mount Kilimanjaro, you can hand the tip money to the mountain crew at the Kilimanjaro tipping ceremony.

You can ask your lead guide about the exact time of the tipping ceremony.

Conclusion

Every porter, cook, and guide plays a crucial role in Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Imagine a trek without these people; we think it’s not achievable. So, their continuous support throughout the journey must be appreciated. Tipping On Kilimanjaro also acts as a social reform as your small contribution makes a big difference in a porter’s life.

Follow this Kilimanjaro Tipping Guide to show gratitude by paying a small tipping amount to the Kilimanjaro Mountain Crew.

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Is tipping mandatory in Kilimanjaro?

Though Tipping is not mandatory in Kilimanjaro, it is expected after Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing

What is the Kilimanjaro Tipping ceremony?

The Kilimanjaro Tipping ceremony is a singing and dancing event, that happens after your Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing.

When is the best time to give the tip to the Kilimanjaro Guide?

The Best Time To Tip The Kilimanjaro Guides is at the tipping ceremony just right after your Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing.

How much should I tip my Kilimanjaro guide and porters?

$15-20/ day to the lead guide and other guides you should tip around $15/ day. You can tip the porters $8-$10/day.

What currency should I use while tipping?

While tipping on Kilimanjaro Guides, you should use US Dollar or Tanzanian Shilling.

Is there a recommended tipping etiquette for Kilimanjaro climbing?

Yes, there is a tipping etiquette for Kilimanjaro Climbing, there’s a recommended tipping amount for Kilimanjaro staff. You should tip the lead guide $20/day and the other crew around $10-15.

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