Kilimanjaro – the Worlds highest free-standing mountain – join our ultimate trekking Challenge to the “Roof of Africa”
Standing at an impressive 5,895m over the African plains, Mt Kilimanjaro is one of Africa’s best sights and on reaching the summit of Uruhu Peak, well; you will have just summated the Worlds highest free-standing mountain and also, bagged one of the Worlds Seven Highest Summits.
This challenging trek follows the much less trodden Lemosho Glades route and is said to be one of the most stunningly beautiful hikes in Africa.
Our Lemosho Trail Challenge consists of 8 days on the mountain, which will maximise your chances of acclimatisation and also conquering this mighty peak (98% success rate in 2008).
You will trek through near enough every eco-system known to man – this is a very exciting wilderness route which is being used to avoid overcrowding on the more trodden Machame Route. We’re sure this Challenge will leave you with an amazing sense of accomplishment – so, don your trekking boots and join us on this ultimate trek of a lifetime!
Dates you can do this mighty challenge:
Your Itinerary...
Day 1 – Depart the on your overnight flight to Nairobi.
Day 2 – We arrive in Nairobi and then transfer to Arusha.
Day 3 - Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa: We start trekking through the rain forest to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite (2,800m).
Day 4 - Mti Mkubwa to Shira Cave 1: We cross dense rain forest, onto Shira Cave (3,500m), where we camp.
Day 5 - Shira Cave 1 to Shira Hut 2: We cross the Shira Plateau and the Shira Cathedral towards Shira Hut. Overnight Camping at Shire Hut 2 (3,800m)
Day 6 - Shira Hut 2 to Barranco Hut/Camp: We continue climbing passing through the Lava Tower on our way to Barranco Hut (3,900m).
Day 7 - Barranco Hut/Camp to Karanga Valley: We continue trekking and overcome the volcanic rock barrier, locally known at the Barranco Wall, before descending to Karanga Valley (4,100m).
Day 8 - Karanga Valley to Barafu Hut: we follow the trail up to Barafu Hut (4,600m).
Day 9 - Barafu Hut to UHURU PEAK 5,895m – Summit Day!: After some very early tea and biscuits, your climb continues to reach Uhuru peak at 5,895m, the highest point in Africa! After witnessing the spectacular sunrise we then descend to Millennium Camp.
Day 10 - Millenium Camp to Mweka Gate: Descend to Mweka gate, and transfer back to Arusha for our celebratory dinner!
Day 11 – Transfer to the Airport for our flight back to the UK.
Day 12 – Arrive UK
(Itinerary correct at time of printing but subject to change)
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2010 Challenge Cost
- Travel Insurance: £50
- Payment Option A
Registration Fee £449 plus minimum sponsorship £3350
- Payment Option B
Registration Fee £449 plus package cost £1599
(please note in 2011 the registration fee is £499, other costs remain the same as 2010)
Please contact Sarah Tennent on s.tennent@spinal.co.uk or call 0845 678 6633 for more information. Download registration form here
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