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Kilimanjaro Adventures with African Big Cats Safaris

As the leading operator of Mount Kilimanjaro treks in the world, African Big Cats Safaris organizes over 100 expeditions annually, welcoming more than 500 hikers from around the world. Our commitment to safe and comfortable adventures is why we hold the #1 ranking for Kilimanjaro operators on TripAdvisor.

Our scheduled group climbs to Mount Kilimanjaro depart every few days, as indicated in the calendar below. Please reach out to us if you cannot find an expedition that suits your schedule.

We require a deposit of 20% upon booking confirmation with us. The rest balance is to be paid 4 weeks prior to arrival. Bookings that are made less than 4 weeks prior to arrival, we require a full amount.

๐ŸŒง๏ธ Rainy Season

This is the rainy season on Kilimanjaro. We don't recommend climbing during this period.
Please select a dry season month for the best experience.

2 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

2 January - 11 January 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
15 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

5 January - 12 January 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
20 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

20 January - 27 January 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,150 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $430
28 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

28 January - 3 February 2026

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$1,870 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $374
20 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

20 January - 28 January 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
25 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

25 January - 01 February 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
05 Feb

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 February - 13 February 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
๐Ÿ’• Valentine's Summit
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
10 Feb

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

10 February - 16 February 2026

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$1,870 pp
๐Ÿ’• Valentine's Week
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $374
15 Feb

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

15 February - 22 February 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,150 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $430
20 Feb

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

20 February - 27 February 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
05 Mar

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 March - 13 March 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
15 Mar

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

15 March - 22 March 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
๐ŸŒ• Full Moon Climb
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
01 Jun

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

01 June - 09 June 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Peak Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
10 Jun

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

10 June - 17 June 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Peak Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
15 Jun

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

15 June - 22 June 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,150 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Peak Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $430
20 Jun

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

20 June - 26 June 2026

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$1,870 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Peak Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $374
05 Jul

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 July - 13 July 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
15 Jul

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

15 July - 22 July 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
20 Jul

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

20 July - 27 July 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,150 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $430
25 Jul

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

25 July - 31 July 2026

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$1,870 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $374
05 Aug

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 August - 13 August 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
10 Aug

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

10 August - 17 August 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
๐ŸŒ• Full Moon Climb
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
15 Aug

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

15 August - 22 August 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,150 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $430
20 Aug

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

20 August - 26 August 2026

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$1,870 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $374
01 Sep

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

01 September - 09 September 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
10 Sep

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

10 September - 17 September 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
15 Sep

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

15 September - 22 September 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,150 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $430
05 Oct

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 October - 13 October 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
15 Oct

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

15 October - 22 October 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
15 Dec

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

15 December - 23 December 2026

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,340 pp
๐ŸŽ„ Christmas Summit
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $468
20 Dec

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

15 December - 22 December 2026

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,100 pp
๐ŸŽ„ Christmas Week
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $420
26 Dec

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

26 December - 02 January 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,150 pp
๐ŸŽ† New Year Summit
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $430
28 Dec

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

28 December - 03 January 2027

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$1,870 pp
๐ŸŽ† New Year Summit
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $374
2 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

2 January - 11 January 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
15 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

5 January - 12 January 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
20 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

20 January - 27 January 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,365 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $473
28 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

28 January - 3 February 2027

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$2,060 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $412
20 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

20 January - 28 January 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
25 Jan

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

25 January - 01 February 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
05 Feb

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 February - 13 February 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
๐Ÿ’• Valentine's Summit
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
10 Feb

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

10 February - 16 February 2027

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$2,060 pp
๐Ÿ’• Valentine's Week
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $412
15 Feb

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

15 February - 22 February 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,365 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $473
20 Feb

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

20 February - 27 February 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
05 Mar

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 March - 13 March 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
15 Mar

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

15 March - 22 March 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
๐ŸŒ• Full Moon Climb
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
01 Jun

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

01 June - 09 June 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Peak Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
10 Jun

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

10 June - 17 June 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Peak Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
15 Jun

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

15 June - 22 June 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,365 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Peak Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $473
20 Jun

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

20 June - 26 June 2027

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$2,060 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Peak Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $412
05 Jul

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 July - 13 July 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
15 Jul

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

15 July - 22 July 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
20 Jul

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

20 July - 27 July 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,365 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $473
25 Jul

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

25 July - 31 July 2027

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$2,060 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $412
05 Aug

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 August - 13 August 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
10 Aug

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

10 August - 17 August 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
๐ŸŒ• Full Moon Climb
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
15 Aug

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

15 August - 22 August 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,365 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $473
20 Aug

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

20 August - 26 August 2027

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$2,060 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Best Weather
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $412
01 Sep

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

01 September - 09 September 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
10 Sep

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

10 September - 17 September 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
15 Sep

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

15 September - 22 September 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,365 pp
โ˜€๏ธ Dry Season
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $473
05 Oct

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

05 October - 13 October 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
15 Oct

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

15 October - 22 October 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
๐ŸŒ™ Starry sky
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
15 Dec

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 9 days

15 December - 23 December 2027

1 day arrival + 8 days hike

$2,575 pp
๐ŸŽ„ Christmas Summit
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $515
20 Dec

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 8 days

15 December - 22 December 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,310 pp
๐ŸŽ„ Christmas Week
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $462
26 Dec

Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route - 8 days

26 December - 02 January 2027

1 day arrival + 7 days hike

$2,365 pp
๐ŸŽ† New Year Summit
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
โ›ฐ๏ธ Cathedral Point 3,872 m
JOIN GROUP Deposit $473
28 Dec

Kilimanjaro via Machame route - 7 days

28 December - 03 January 2027

1 day arrival + 6 days hike

$2,060 pp
๐ŸŽ† New Year Summit
๐ŸŒด Tropical Forest
๐Ÿง— Barranco Wall
JOIN GROUP Deposit $412

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Group Climb Policies

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Guaranteed Departures

All group climbs are guaranteed to operate. Even if only one climber is booked, your climb will proceed as scheduled.

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Group Size

Groups range from 10 to 15 climbers. Larger groups are divided into smaller sub-groups for comfort and safety.

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Easy Booking

Reserve your spot with just 20% deposit. Pay the remaining balance 4 weeks before arrival in Tanzania.

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Flexible Dates

If your preferred dates aren't listed, contact us. We can open a new group departure or arrange a private climb.

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International Community

Climb with adventurers from USA, Europe, Australia and beyond. Make friends from around the world!

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English Speaking

English is the primary language used during all climbs for clear communication between climbers and guides.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ

Families Welcome

Families and friends are welcome to join group climbs. Enjoy the social atmosphere with your companions and fellow travelers.

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Safety First

Daily health checks, oxygen monitoring, and emergency evacuation plans on all routes ensure your safety.

๐Ÿ”๏ธ Our Promise to You

African Big Cats Safaris delivers professionally guided, safe, and thoughtfully curated Mount Kilimanjaro climbs. We prioritize climber safety, proper acclimatization, quality equipment, and fair treatment of our mountain staff. Our itineraries are carefully designed to increase summit success while ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

Group Climbs bring together travelers from around the world on fixed departure dates. Guests share the journey, meals, and camp life, creating a social and motivating summit experience.

Private Climbs are exclusively arranged for you and your chosen companions. They offer greater flexibility in dates, pace, and customization, with the option of additional premium services.

Both options include professional guides, quality equipment, and excellent meals.

Group climbs operate year-round, with departures every few days. During peak seasons (January, February, August, and September) additional departures are available.

If your preferred dates are not listed, please contact us. We may open a new group departure or recommend a private climb tailored to your schedule.

Group climbs are more affordable due to shared costs. Private climbs offer exclusivity and flexibility, with pricing becoming more cost-effective as group size increases โ€” ideal for families or friends.

Yes. Families and friends are welcome on group climbs, and many guests enjoy the shared experience with both their own companions and fellow travelers.

Typical group sizes range from 10 to 15 climbers. In peak seasons, larger groups are carefully divided to ensure comfort, safety, and quality service.

Yes. All group climbs are guaranteed departures. Even if only one guest is booked, the climb will proceed as scheduled.

Our guests come from around the world, including North America, Europe, Australia, and beyond, creating a friendly and international atmosphere.

English is the primary language spoken during all climbs to ensure clear communication and a comfortable experience for everyone.