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How Many Porters Do You Need for a Kilimanjaro Trek? | Kili Quests
Why Porters Matter
Typical Porter-to-Climber Ratio
- Your duffel bag (max 18 kg)
- Tent, mattress, and camping gear – ~5–7 kg
- Food, water, and cooking equipment – ~5–10 kg
- Staff equipment (fuel, stove, etc.) – ~5–8 kg
- Personal porter gear – ~5–7 kg
- Emergency supplies and extras – ~3–5 kg
Kilimanjaro park rules cap porter loads at 20 kg Only.
How Many Porters for Your Group?
The average Kilimanjaro trek requires 3 to 5 porters per climber, depending on the route,Services and length of the itinerary. Here’s a typical breakdown:
Standard Climber-to-Porter Ratios
- 4 to 5 porters
- 1 guide
- 1 cook
- 8 to 9 porters
- 1–2 guides
- 1 cook
Team size: 10–12 crew members
For 4 Climbers:
- 14 to 17 porters
- 2 guides
- 1–2 cooks
Team size: 17–21 crew members
For 6 Climbers:
- 21 to 25 porters
- 3 guides
- 2 cooks
Team size: 26–30 crew members
The Kili Quests Difference
- We calculate porter needs before every trek to ensure the right number of staff
- Each porter is paid fairly and directly — no delays, no complications
- Every team member receives 3-hot meals, quality Tents gear, and proper rest
- Loads are always distributed responsibly to protect health and morale
Tipping & Respect: Part of the Trek
Trek Responsibly. Trek with Kili Quests.
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