Trip Facts

• Mountain / Local Name: Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania Ngaje Ngai ("The House of God")
• Elevation: 19,340 feet (5,895 meters) - Highest peak in Africa
• Summit Name: Uhuru Peak
• Expedition Duration: Typically 7-10 days
• Routes: Various routes available including Marangu, Machame, Lemosho, and Rongai
• Difficulty Level: Moderate; suitable for novice climbers with good physical fitness
• Climate Zones: Rainforest, Moorland, Alpine Desert, Arctic Summit
• Acclimatization: Essential for a successful summit; gradual ascent to minimize altitude sickness
• Camp Facilities: Well-equipped camps with dining and sleeping tents, high-altitude porters, and professional guides
• Technical Requirements: No technical climbing skills are required; trekking experience beneficial
• Permits and Fees: Park entry fees and climbing permits are required; included in the expedition cost
• Health and Safety: Comprehensive health and safety protocols; pre-expedition medical check recommended
• Additional Gear: Warm clothing, hiking boots, sleeping bags, and trekking poles required
• Post-Summit Options: Lobuche East (6,119 meters) or Aconcagua (6,962 meters) expeditions
• Best Time to Climb: January-March and June-October

Trip Highlights

• Diverse Ecosystems: The trek begins in lush rainforests at the mountain's base and ascends through various climatic zones, including alpine deserts, before reaching the glaciated summit. This progression offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness a remarkable diversity of flora and fauna.
• Camp Life: Throughout the expedition, climbers will stay in well-organized camps, providing a firsthand experience of living in a high-altitude environment. These camps are equipped with necessary facilities and staffed by experienced guides and porters who ensure a safe and comfortable ascent.
• Summit Day: The final push to the summit typically begins in the early hours of the morning, allowing climbers to reach Uhuru Peak by sunrise. Standing on the "Roof of Africa" as the first rays of light illuminate the landscape is a moment of profound accomplishment.

Skill Development: This expedition is not only a physical challenge but also an invaluable learning experience. Participants will develop key mountaineering skills, such as:

• Acclimatization Techniques: Understanding how to manage the effects of altitude and how to pace oneself during an ascent.
• Teamwork: Working closely with fellow climbers and guides to ensure a successful and safe climb.
• Endurance: Building physical and mental stamina is necessary for long days of trekking at high altitudes.

Post-Summit Opportunities: Upon successfully summiting Kilimanjaro, climbers are well-positioned to take on more demanding peaks. We encourage our clients to consider challenging themselves further with ascents of Lobuche East (6,119 meters) in Nepal or Aconcagua (6,962 meters) in Argentina, both of which offer new technical and endurance challenges that will build on the skills acquired during the Kilimanjaro expedition.