KINAPA Rules

The Mount Kilimanjaro National Park (KINAPA) has rules for all visitors and mountain trekkers - we explain them here.

The Mount Kilimanjaro National Park (KINAPA) rules are as follows:

  • Do not litter
  • Do not kill, harass, disturb or feed any wild animals in the park 
  • Do not enter without a valid permit
  • Do not ignite wildfires
  • Do not erect, mark or remove any signboard in the park
  • Do not enter or leave the park at points other than the official entry/exit gates stipulated in your permit
  • Children under 10 years of age are not allowed to go above 3700m
  • Provide adequate and correct registration information for the park records.
  • Hike and camp at designated trails and campsites only. 
  • Every climb group must be lead by a trained guide. 
  • Use available toilet facilities only
  • Any kind of weapon / ammunition is strictly prohibited in the park.
  • Observe and adhere to all park rules and regulations. 
  • Allow plenty of time for the body to acclimatize by ascending slowly. 
  • If symptoms of mountain/ high altitude sickness persist, please descend immediately and seek medical treatment.

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