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Kilimanjaro Trek

Location: Africa
Date: Various

Kilimanjaro

6 - 15 February 2009
13 - 22 March 2009
21 - 30 August 2009


The highest freestanding mountain in the world, Mt Kilimanjaro is also the highest mountain on the African continent at 5,896m. Its snow-capped summit rises high above the dusty African plains; huge permanent glaciers flow down from the summit, spectacular views and beautiful ice formations are the reward for pushing your limits both physically and mentally.

This trek takes the less-trodden Machame route, allowing you to camp and fully appreciate the splendour of your surroundings and the clear mist skies. The terrain changes as you ascend the mountain, passing through thick forest, moorland and scree en route to the highest point of the crater, Uhuru Peak.

This is a challenging trek at altitude, climbing one of the most impressive, most well-known mountains in the world. In return for a minimum sponsorship pledge you can take part in this fabulous event.

Interested? Then click on Request Info to register your interest and we will send you a detailed information pack and registration form.

Registration Fee: £449
Sponsorship Pledge: £3250

BRIEF ITINERARY
DAY 1: Depart London for Kilimanjaro
DAY 2: Arrive Kilimanjaro and transfer to Moshi town
DAY 3: Trek through dense jungle to Machame camp (3100m)
DAY 4: Through forest to Shira Plateau; on to camp at Shira caves (3840m)
DAY 5: Trek high moorland (4800m) via Lava Tower to Barranco Hut (3900m)
DAY 6: Into Great Barranco ravine; trek via Karanga valley over scree to camp (4600m)
DAY 7: Steep trek to summit glaciers, including Uhuru Peak (5896m); begin descent
DAY 8: Descend through rainforest and finish in Moshi for a large celebration
DAY 9: Free time in Moshi; chance to visit local community project; flight departs
DAY 10: Arrive UK