Kilimanjaro Charity Trek

Located on the North Eastern tip of Tanzania Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the world's highest peaks and a truly amazing spectacle!

Join us as we trek towards the picturesque snow capped peaks and observe the natural beauty of the Tanzanian landscape. You'll be lead through a blend of diverse terrains from jungle to volcanic craters before reaching the highest point of Mount Kilimanjaro, Uhuru Peak.

This is an amazing opportunity to trek in one of the most beautiful parts of Africa over 10 days and climb to heights of over 5500 feet!

The following gives you a brief taste of the challenge ahead but for more detailed information please do not hesitate to contact one of the Overseas Team on 0870 905 5577.

DAY 1:
Fly London to Kilimanjaro airport

DAY 2:
Transfer to Moshi town ready to explore Kibo

DAY 3:
Begin trekking the Machame route first climb to 3100m

DAY 4:
Ascend through forest on the Shira Plateau camp at 3840m

DAY 5:
Pass underneath the Lava Tower and Western Breach (acclimatisation time)

DAY 6:
Trek the Great Barranco ravine towards Karanga Valley

DAY 7:
Ascend towards summit glaciers, sun rise at Stella Point crater rim at 5750m

DAY 8:
Gentle trek back down to rain forest and Mweka - receive certificate of ascent!

DAY 9:
Time to explore town of Moshi - flight to Addis Ababa

DAY 10:
Flight Addis Ababa to Heathrow

There are a limited number of places available on our next Kilimanjaro Trek.

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Is the trip for me?

Absolutely - Kilimanjaro welcomes all with a sense of adventure, so if you are up for a physical and mental challenge this is for you. Most of your fellow trekkers won't have done anything like this before and while some will travel with friends and family, many will come alone. However, they will go home having secured new friends for life!

How fit do I need to be?

You don't need to be an athlete to conquer Kilimanjaro; however you will need to complete a good amount of training to make the most of this fantastic opportunity. We will provide you with a comprehensive training guide to help get you to the summit the highest freestanding mountain in the world and will of course be on hand every step of the way to help with any queries you may have.

How much do I have to raise?

£3,000

Will I be able to raise the sponsorship level?

Yes! - Even if you are new to this kind of fundraising, with plannng and determination you will find that you are reaching your target in no time. It is recommended that you start your fundraising as soon as possible and in addition our overseas managers are full of new and exciting fundraising ideas should you need to seek inspiration.

What deposit do I have to pay?

£449

Can I stay on in Tanzania longer?

Yes! For a nominal administration fee your flight can be extended (subject to availability) which will give you a fantastic opportunity to explore this amazing location at your own pace.

Will you help me?

Yes! We have an event manager on hand from the second you sign up right until after you return from your challenge. Once we receive your booking we will send out a comprehensive confirmation pack that includes everything you need to know. Our dedicated phone line ensures that we are just a call away to assist you with any queries you may have and we even arrange a get together before the trip departs, enabling you to meet fellow trekkers and swap both training and fundraising ideas.

What is the food like?

Fantastic! Being a tropical country fresh fruit and vegetables are plentiful and are often used in traditional dishes such as stews and rice dishes. Vegetarians can be catered for.

What do I need to bring?

You won't need any specialist kit, however you will need a pair of worn in walking boots and a good sleeping bag. A comprehensive kit list will be supplied upon registration.

Will you carry my luggage whilst I'm walking?

A team of porters will carry your main luggage along the route. You will just need to carry the essentials in a day pack such as fleece, waterproofs, sun cream and of course your camera.

How many people can take part?

The maximum group size for this trip is 30 people.

What type of accommodation will I be staying in?

Hotels either side of the trek, and tents during the trek.

What's included in the cost?

Flights and all internal travel, accommodation, all meals on trekking days, water, refreshments, guides, a doctor and medical support

Is there an age restriction?

You will need to be over 18 but there is no upper age limit. If you are over 65 will just need to get a medical form signed by your doctor.

What about insurance?

You must have travel insurance cover in order to participate in this challenge. You can either arrange this yourself (as long as your insurance company is aware of the nature of what you are doing and that it is a charity event) or we can help you arrange this.

How do I book my place?

As soon as possible! Simply click here to book online today. Places are extremely limited and get snapped up quickly so to avoid disappointment sign up today and don't miss out!

Location: Tanzania, Africa
Registration Fee: £449
Sponsorship Level: £3,000

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Your Kilimanjaro trek takes place:	17th - 26th October 2008 13th - 22nd February 2009
Book now for a deposit of just:	£449
Additional sponsorship to raise:	£3,000
Number of days:	10 days(9 nights)
Accommodation:	2-3* hotels where possible but the majority of the trek is camping outdoors.
Temperature:	Usually 16-34C at this time of year however the temperature will get a lot cooler at night.
Whats included:	Flights and all interval travel, accommodation, all food while camping and breakfast are included when in hotels, water, refreshments, guides, a doctor and medical support. Camping equipment is also provided.

Fundraising Ideas

The majority of people who embark on fundraising events do not have any experience of raising funds and therefore we have taken the opportunity to go through some ideas and tips in this section to help you. The important thing is to let everybody know what you are doing and enjoy yourself.

Your fundraising event is obviously very important to you so shout about it as much as you can and get everyone around you as excited about the event as you are. One way to start is to sit down and make a list of all the people you know and work out how they could help you, whether they are family, friends, colleagues or even just the local businesses you use. Each of those people will be able to help you raise the money! Give them sponsor forms so that they can collect donations from their friends, family and work colleagues and involve them in fundraising activities. If they have a particular talent maybe they can put it to good use helping you raise the money or if they own a venue maybe you could use that for an event.

Your local school, nursery or college may be able to help by holding non-uniform days or taking aboard your cause as their charity of the year/ term. It is a good idea to offer to go into the school and give a talk about the event you are doing and the charity you are supporting; not only does this raise more awareness but it may inspire them to give more generously. The company you work for could either sponsor you or match fund the amount you have raised. Although you will have more contacts within your own company it might also be an idea to approach any other companies you have links with, for example the companies your family and friends work for. A lot of companies will hold annual events for the staff, especially Christmas parties, so this is a good chance to promote your event. Even if it is just putting collection tins on tables you are still raising money and awareness.

Most companies will have a central notice board or intranet site. You can utilise this by putting out flyers of any events you are organising and your contact details so that your colleagues know how to support you. If the company cannot support you in a monetary sense then they may be able to give you a prize for a raffle or auction. Unfortunately, approaching companies where you have no personal contact often ends in disappointment. Therefore we do recommend that you only contact companies you know.

Whatever you do keep smiling and keep fundraising - with a bit of invention and energy you can easily reach your fundraising target - thousands of others have done this so you can too!