Safety of Valuables on Kilimanjaro
Safety of Valuables on Kilimanjaro & East Africa Treks While it's rare, thefts do occasionally happen in East Africa, just as they do anywhere else in the world. However, the nature of Kilimanjaro and other wilderness expeditions makes it extremely difficult—if not impossible—to recover lost or stolen items.
Important context: As is the norm on Kilimanjaro expeditions, most porters are freelancers. They work under the supervision of our guides and assistant guides, but there will always be multiple porters—both from your group and from many other expedition companies—moving around the campsites each night. Campsites can be very busy, and items can go missing in a matter of minutes.
Because of this, we strictly advise: Do not carry valuables unless absolutely necessary. All valuables must be left at the hotel before the trek. You may ask the hotel manager to store them securely in the hotel safe/vault. Do not bring valuables such as jewelry, expensive electronics, or large amounts of cash on the mountain.
Limit the amount of cash you carry.
The maximum amount of cash you are permitted to carry on the mountain is USD 200.
At the park gate, you will be required to sign a declaration form stating how much cash you are carrying.
Do not bring more than USD 200. If you choose to carry more than this limit, Monkey Adventures will not be responsible for any loss or theft of cash.
Always keep valuables on you. Carry them in your daypack only, and keep your daypack in your possession at all times. Do not leave it in your tent—not even for a few minutes to go to the toilet or for meals.
Never leave valuables in your duffel or backpacks carried by porters. These bags are not accessible to you during the trek and cannot be securely monitored at all times.
Your Responsibility You are responsible for your valuables throughout the journey.
Monkey Adventures, its partners, and its agents will not be held responsible for any lost or stolen items while on the trek.
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers theft, so that you are financially protected.
If Theft or Loss Occurs We will assist you in filing a complaint with park rangers and the tourism police.
Due to the nature of the expeditions and the number of people at each campsite, recovering stolen items is nearly impossible.
City Hotel Advisory For city stays, please be aware that some areas outside hotels may not be safe for tourists to walk around unaccompanied. Always consult the hotel manager before venturing out.