Kilimanjaro Charity Trek

Climb the roof of Africa raising money for any UK or Irish registered charity - This trek is currently on an up £150 off special offer, visit the Charity Challenge website for more details.

At 5,895m, Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of the largest volcanoes ever to break through the Earth's crust. Your challenge is to reach its summit.

Your trek starts in the rainforests of Lemosho Glades and heads upwards as you acclimatise on Shira Plateau. From here you will catch a glimpse of your goal Kibo, Kilimanjaro's main ice-capped peak. You continue via the beautiful Southern Flank, Barranco Wall and Barafu Route.

Temperatures drop at night, allowing you to enjoy the crisp cool air under the star-studded African skies. During the days you'll rise higher; often looking down on a sea of clouds.

Our groups have excellent success rates (96%) for trekkers reaching the summit, but don't underestimate the challenge ahead. Most trekkers will never have experienced a day as tough as this, with 1,000m of ascent and over 2,000m of descent. It is however victory day!

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Itinerary / Highlights

Day 1: Depart from UK to Kenya
Our Charity Challenge representative will be there to assist you with the check-in and any last minute questions.

Day 2: Transfer to Arusha
Subject to availability you will connect with an internal flight to Kilimanjaro airport or transfer overland across Kenya, If you transfer overland you will transfer by bus (approx 4hrs) across Kenya to Namanga Border. Once through the border into Tanzania you will continue your journey for approx another 2hrs until you arrive at your hotel in Arusha where you will enjoy a welcome lunch. This evening you will have your briefing and kit check. Overnight and dinner in a hotel in Arusha.

Day 3: Rainforest Trek (2,800m)
This morning you will register at the main gate of the National Park before being driven to Lemosho Glades where you start the 3-5hr trek at 1,981m through the rainforest to Big Tree Camp at around 2,800m. This is an unspoilt and exciting route, which takes the climb to true wilderness zones. Your trek today will be along a little used track known as Chamber's Route. In places the vegetation is so undisturbed by humans that it grows right across the narrow track. Flora and fauna are richer here than on other more well-trodden routes through the rain forest. Dinner and overnight at Big Tree Camp (or nearby in the rain forest).

Day 4: Acclimatisation Trek (3,500m)
Today is a full days trek with a height gain of over 600m, taking you to a lunch stop at a beautiful valley just outside the Shira Crater at around 3,050m. After lunch you cross into the Shira Caldera, a high altitude desert plateau rarely visited by man. Shira is the third of Kilimanjaro's volcanic cones. It is filled with the lava flow from Kibo and its rim has eroded and been blasted away by weather and volcanic action. You will camp and have dinner at Shira One (3,500m). Today expect the first close views of Kibo the dramatic summit cone of Kilimanjaro! Approx trekking time 7-8 hrs.

Day 5: Shira Plateau (3,800m)
Today consists of a 5-6hr trek east across Shira Plateau to Shira Two via Shira Cathedral (3,880m). The views from the top of this ridge are spectacular. Those with vertigo should take care. Overnight dinner and camp at Shira Two which is located at around 3,800m.

Day 6: Southern Flank (3,900m)
Today you will be crossing the Southern flank, passing down the Barranco Valley to the camp at Barranco Wall. Here you will camp and have dinner at 3,900m and only 210m higher than your previous night's camp at Shira Two, but the walk will have taken you to 4,440m and over the ridge or to 4,550m and over Lava Tower offering valuable altitude acclimatisation. The camp at Barranco is one of the most spectacular on Kilimanjaro, with views of Mount Meru and the valleys below. Today's trek will take approximately 7-10hrs.

Day 7: Barranco Wall and the Karanga Valley (3,900m)
Early morning you will start with a climb up Barranco Wall (4,170m) with an immediate height gain of 200m to admire the views of Mount Meru and the plains far below. You will continue across the ridges and valleys to Karanga Camp at 3900m, where you will have lunch. This day should take approx 4-6hrs. In the afternoon there will be an important optional trek up the scree slopes towards the southern ice fields. Again, this acclimatisation walk is highly recommended, and will aid your chance of summit success. Overnight at the Karanga Camp.

Day 8: Barafu Ridge (4,600m)
After breakfast you will trek up to the Barafu Ridge Camp (4,600m). The 3-5hr trek up to Barafu Ridge Camp is tough due to the altitude. You should reach the camp well ahead of most other climbers on this route because they will mainly be starting from further back at the Barranco Camp. Depending on your condition either take an afternoon rest or a short acclimatisation walk to a higher point and then return. You will have an early dinner and rest until midnight, when you commence your push for the summit.

Day 9: Summit Day (5,895m)
You will need to rise at around midnight (if you've managed to get some sleep!) to commence the trek up the scree slopes to Stella Point, continuing around the rim to the highest point Uhuru Point. It can seem mild at first but as you reach the exposed ridges, wind chill causes the temperature to plummet. First light is apparent around 0530hrs and this really gives you hope to push on upwards. You should reach Stella Point (5,750m) - on the crater rim just after dawn; then after a short rest continue for another hour or so round to Uhuru Point. After reaching Kilimanjaro's summit (5,895m) and having enjoyed the amazing views, you will continue via Stella Point. You descend the scree slopes via Barafu Ridge Camp for a few hours rest and then on to Millenium Camp (3,750m). This is to be the toughest day that most trekkers have ever experienced, involving 1,295m of ascent, 2,145m of descent, and 12-15hrs walking. It is however Victory Day! You will have a final camp meal and overnight at Millennium Camp. There is the possibility of a coke and a beer at this camp!

Day 10: Descend to Mweka Gate
Today you will start early and walk down through the beautiful rainforest to Mweka Gate. This is a long walk-off on a pretty, gently sloping track that takes you from the lower heath into the rainforest and finally down to the farms and plantations near Kidia. The path continues for 5-7hrs until you reach the gate for a picnic lunch, presentation of National Park certificates and triumphant photos. After lunch you will be driven to your hotel (approx 2hrs) in Arusha for a well-appreciated shower and a large, celebratory dinner.

Day 11: Depart Tanzania to UK
This afternoon you will transfer back to Nairobi airport (approx 4-6hrs overland or via an internal flight from Kilimanjaro to Nairobi) for your flight to the UK.

Day 12: Arrive Home
Arrive in the UK.

Departure Dates, Options & Prices

LEMOSHO ROUTE

Wednesday 25 August 2010 - sunday 05 septembre 2010, Wednesday 29 September 2010 - sunday 10 October 2010, Wednesday 26 Januray 2011 - sunday 06 February 2011, Wednesday 02 February 2011 - sunday 13 February 2011, wednesday 09 February 2011 - Sunday 20 February 2011, Wednesday 15 June 2011 - sunday 26 June 2011, Wednesday 31 August 2011 - sunday 11 September 2011, wednesday 12 october 2011 - Sunday 23 October 2011.

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£695 + £1888

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£695 + £3975

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£695 + £695 + £2430

Travel insurance: £72

Wednesday 01 September 2010 - sunday 12 September 2010, thursday 14 September 2010 - saturday 25 September 2010

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£695 + £1889

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£695 + £3975

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£695 + £695 + £2435

Travel insurance: £72

Thursday 07 September 2010 - sunday 19 September 2010

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£795 + £1898

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£795 + £3995

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£795 + £795 + £2230

Travel insurance: £72

Tuesday 05 october 2010 - tuesday 19 October 2010

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£695 + £1868

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£695 + £3975

Travel insurance: £72

Wednesday 06 October 2010 - sunday 17 October 2010

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£650 + £1954 **You are also required to raise a minimum sponsorship of £5000 for Railway Children.**

Travel insurance: £72

Friday 08 October 2010 - Tuesday 19 October 2010

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£695 + £1889

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£695 + £3975

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£695 + £695 + £2430

Travel insurance : £72

Tuesday 12 October 2010 - Saturday 23 october 2010

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£695 + £1888

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£695 + £3975

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£695 + £695 + £2435

Travel insurance : £72

Saturday 04 December 2010 - Wednesday 15 December 2010

Self funder payment option
Deposit + balance
£750 + £1750 **You will also be required to raise a minimum of £2500 for Afrikids.**

Wednesday 19 january 2011 - sunday 30 January 2011

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + Minimum sponsorship
£695 + £3975

Travel insurance: £74

Wednesday 13 July 2011 - sunday 24 July 2011, wednesday 07 December 2011 - sunday 18 December 2011

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£475 + £2108

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£475 + £4465

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£475 + £475 + £3395

Travel insurance : £74

RONGAI ROUTE

Saturday 17 July 2010 - Tuesday 27 July 2010

Self funder Payment option
Deposit + balance
£203 + £2015 ** You will also be asked to raise a minimum of £2100 for the charity.**

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£203 + £4200

travel insurance: £72

Thuesday 26 August 2010 - sunday 05 September 2010

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + minimum sponsorship
£350 + £600 + £2500

Travel insurance: £79

Thuesday 16 September 2010 - 26 September 2010

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£575 + £1787

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£575 + £3750

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£575 + £575 + £2472

Travel insurance : £72

Monday 04 october 2010 - Thuesday 14 October 2010

Minimum sponsorship
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£575 + £3500

Travel insurance: £72

Thusday 14 october 2010 - Sunday 24 October 2010

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£575 + £1787

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£575 + £3750

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£575 + £575 + £2475

Travel insurance : £72

Wednesday 14 october 2010 - sunday 24 october 2010 ( Limb Power)

Self funder payment option
Deposit + balance
£350 + £2012

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£350 + £3500

Travel insurance :£72

Thuesday 02 December 2010 - Sunday 12 December 2010

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£575 + £1787

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£575 + £3750

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£575 + £575 + £2495

travel insurance: £72

Friday 03 December 2010 - tuesday 14 December 2010

Minimum sponsorship
Deposit + Minimum sponsorship
£595 + £3900

Travel insurance: £72

Sunday 16 January 2011 - Wednesday 26 January 2011

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + minimum sponsorship
£395 + £555 + £2500

Travel insurance: £81

Sunday 19 June 2011 - Wednesday 29 June 2011

Self funder payment option
deposit + balance
£375 + £1987

Minimum sponsorship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£375 + £4195

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + Minimum sponsorship
£375 + £375 + £3365

Travel insurance: £74

Sunday 17 July 2011 - Wednesday 27 July 2011, sunday 11 September 2011 - Wednesday 21 September 2011

Self funder payment option
Deposit + balance
£575 + £1787

Minimum sponsoship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£575 + £3750

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + minimum sponsorship
£575 + £575 + £2475

Travel insurance : £74

Sunday 25 Septembre 2011 - Wednesday 05 october 2011

Self funder payment option
Deposit + balance
£395 + £1868

Minimum sponsoship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£395 + £4150

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + minimum sponsorship
£395 + £970 + £2000

Travel insurance: £74

Sunday 09 october 2011 - Wednesday 19 October 2011 and sunday 04 December 2011 - Wednesday 01 December 2011


Self funder payment option
Deposit + balance
£375 + £1987

Minimum sponsoship payment option
Deposit + minimum sponsorship
£375 + £4195

Flexible payment option
Deposit + balance + minimum sponsorship
£375 + £375 + £3365

Travel insurance: £74

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