Kilimanjaro Travel Insurance
High altitude cover for climbing Mt Kilimanjaro
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High-altitude routes up to 7,000m
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Emergency medical expenses & repatriation
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Search & rescue for expeditions
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What does Kilimanjaro trekking insurance cover?
Our Kilimanjaro travel insurance is designed for adventurers planning a trek in Tanzania, from the mountain’s lower slopes to the challenge of reaching Uhuru Peak at 5,895m.
It combines high-altitude trekking protection with essential travel support, allowing you to choose enhanced cover for climbing Kilimanjaro where standard policies may exclude the activity.
Specialist Kilimanjaro cover can include search and rescue, trekking equipment, pre-paid activity or expedition fees and protection for your selected altitude level.
Alongside protection for the trek, the full travel policy can cover emergency medical treatment and repatriation, trip cancellation and curtailment, baggage, personal accident and other unexpected travel costs.
If you already have travel insurance but need enhanced cover for trekking Kilimanjaro, our Travel Bolt-on can add specialist activity protection for the days of your climb, where your existing policy excludes the trek or its altitude.
Our policies provide three different types of cover: Sports travel insurance, Sports accident, and Activity Top-Up. Please ensure you select the most suitable cover for your activity, when you get a quote and always review your policy documents.
Sports equipment is excluded under our bolt‑on cover.
Only a summary of the policy’s coverage is presented on this page. Please refer to policy documents for full details of what is and what is not covered, when you get a quote.
How much does insurance for climbing Kilimanjaro cost?
The cost of your Kilimanjaro trekking insurance reflects your destination and the altitude you plan to reach. Trekking in Tanzania can require enhanced cover, while Kilimanjaro’s summit sits just below 6,000m, so you’ll need to select an appropriate altitude option, with cover available up to 7,000m.
Your age, trip duration and chosen cover level also influence the premium. The price can vary according to the protection you select for medical expenses, cancellation and search and rescue, along with any additional cover for trekking gear and specialist equipment.
Review our example price and get a quote tailored to your Kilimanjaro trek.
Quote example
£109.58**
Example quote is based on:
- Sport Selected Trekking up to 7000m (including Tanzania)
- Sports Group Group 6
- Package Bronze
- Policy Single Trip Travel Policy
- Duration 5 days
- Emergency Medical Treatment £1,000,000
- Trip Cancellation £1,000
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**This example is based on a real quote from our website on 06/10/2026 for a 5-day, single trip, adult policy. It is shown for illustrative purposes only. If your circumstances or requirements differ, your quote may be higher or lower. The quote you receive will be based on the information you provide about your activities. Get a quote for pricing tailored to your requirements.
Why do I need insurance for climbing Kilimanjaro?
Medical and rescue costs can escalate
Altitude illness or injury can lead to expensive treatment or mountain rescue.
High-altitude trekking needs specialist cover
Kilimanjaro summit (Uhuru Peak) sits at 5,895m, a level often excluded from other policies.
Trekking trip cancellation can be costly
Advance bookings for flights, permits, guides and accommodation can be protected.
Hear from our experts
“Climbing Kilimanjaro takes you from Tanzania’s lower mountain slopes to a summit just below 6,000m, where altitude sickness, cold conditions or an unexpected injury can make a demanding trek more challenging.
Careful preparation is essential. Choose a route and pace suited to your fitness and experience, allow time to acclimatise, pack suitable clothing and equipment, and follow your guide’s advice throughout the ascent.
Our Kilimanjaro trekking insurance can help cover emergency medical expenses, repatriation, search and rescue costs, cancellations, delays and other unexpected expenses if your climb does not go to plan. Make sure your selected cover includes trekking in Tanzania and the maximum altitude you intend to reach.”
Chris Trotman – Head of Sales & Underwriting at SportsCover Direct
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Our Claims Record
Average pay out for each insurance claim
£1,599.09*
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A Recent Claim Example
“One of our policyholders became unwell while in South Africa to play Cricket. They sought medical treatment and were treated for suspected appendicitis, with symptoms of stomach cramps, high fever and nausea. Because they secured our Sports Travel Insurance, they were covered to seek medical treatment.”
Total Paid Out
£5,971.47
Claim Type
Medical Assistance
Policy Type
Sports Travel Insurance
Incident
Medical assistance
Policy Excess Applied
£90.00
Location
South Africa
Disclaimer
*Data relates to all SportsCover Direct Insurance claims from Jan to Dec 2025 inclusive. Claim example from 2025.
Medical cover explained
We provide cover that considers your medical circumstances. Complete a medical declaration to ensure you’re properly protected, as part of the quotation process.*
*Please note, just because you’ve declared a medical condition or injury doesn’t mean it is automatically covered. The insurer needs to assess it first and will inform you by email if any terms apply.
Medical conditions must be declared
All pre-existing conditions considered
Cover available up to age 74
We'll review your details
Most declarations don't mean exclusion
Any terms will be confirmed by email
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FAQs
Yes. Your cover must include the maximum altitude you plan to reach. Kilimanjaro’s summit is 5,895m, so select our trekking cover option of up to 7,000m and ensure your policy includes trekking in Tanzania.
Yes. You must declare pre-existing medical conditions when applying for cover. We consider all conditions, although any specific terms will depend on your medical assessment.
Helicopter evacuation can be covered under the search and rescue section, subject to the policy’s terms and rescue arrangements. Our full travel policy provides search and rescue cover of up to £15,000 on Bronze, £25,000 on Silver and £50,000 on Gold. Check your policy documents for the applicable conditions and excess.
Some standard policies exclude high-altitude or multi-day trekking, or apply specific restrictions to trekking in Tanzania. Check that your policy covers your destination, planned activity and summit altitude. If your existing travel insurance excludes the trek, our Travel Bolt-on can provide specialist activity cover for your trekking days.
Emergency medical treatment for Acute Mountain Sickness can be covered if you become unwell while trekking overseas, provided your policy includes the activity, destination and altitude reached. Cover is subject to the policy’s medical terms and exclusions.
Your full travel policy can include protection for travel delay, abandonment and missed departure, with limits varying by cover level. Whether you can claim depends on the cause and length of the disruption and the costs involved. Missing the start of your trek does not automatically mean all lost trekking fees are covered, so check the relevant policy sections.
Our full travel policy can cover trekking equipment up to £200 on Bronze, £400 on Silver or £600 on Gold, with an upgrade available on Gold. Cover is subject to the equipment terms and applicable excess. Sports equipment is excluded from our Travel Bolt-on.
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