Trekking up Africa’s highest peak and one of the Seven Summits is no easy feat, but what a mighty challenge to undertake to support a cause close to your heart.
This fully supported expedition, with Sky Blue Adventures and 360 Expeditions, is attainable by those who have put the training and preparation in and boy does it reap the rewards. Across 7 days you will get acclimatised for the summit attempt and enjoy the real magic of this bucket list mountain.
The chosen route, the Lemosho, approaches from the west and ascends through arid lowlands before a hike up onto the Shira Plateau moorlands. Here you’ll encounter Giant Groundsels, huge mutant weeds unique to Kilimanjaro which pepper the landscape. From Shira, we pass the great lava tower and, with a helping hand from our dedicated team, climb the exhilarating Barranco Wall.
Then it’s time to don head torches and make for the summit under moonlight. You’ll get good time at the top to reflect on your achievement before descending through lush tropical rainforests crowded with monkeys and butterflies.
Everyone experiences something magical climbing ‘Kili’: incredible sunsets over the vast African plains, the surreal ever-changing landscape, the rousing dancing and singing with our much-loved support team, and ultimately, sheer pride at climbing Africa’s highest point.
This trip is physically tough. Frequent exercise is necessary to prepare properly for this expedition. Regular walking mixed with training at the gym to build up endurance and cardiovascular fitness is key. Expect to be able to do 8 hour days in hilly and often steep train, carrying a pack of 6-10kg in weight with the occasional extra long day.
Consider this a trek, although there may be occasion to use hands for short sections of easy scrambling. No previous climbing or trekking experience is necessary.
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