Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain on the African continent. It is the world’s highest free standing mountain and one of the largest volcanoes ever to erupt from the earth’s crust. It is composed of three extinct volcanoes: Kibo (5896m/ 19,340 ft), Mwenzi (5,149 / 16,896 ft) and Shira (3,962m / 13,000 ft). It is generally accepted as the highest ‘walkable’ mountain in the world. To summit is a considerable achievement for walkers though it requires no technical climbing skill. It is a long and hard trek which reaches an altitude of 5,896m, for those who do make it to Uhuru Peak are rewarded with stunning views across the African plains. On a clear day it can be seen from more than 160 kilometres away, it’s famous peak always vivid, covered in ice and snow. We do stress, however that if you are not prepared to take to exercise and take regular walks, you are unlikely to make it to the summit. You will be lead by experienced guides and you will notice from the itinerary that we also add an extra day to the standard five day itinerary to ensure maximum acclimatisation and give ourselves the best possible chance of enjoying the magnificent scenery.
The National Park statistics indicate that the chance of reaching the summit increases by at least 30% if an extra day is spent by acclimatising. This accommodated trek follows the gentler Marangu route, staying in mountain huts and involves five walking days, plus the extra acclimatising day.
The secret of success is going slowly giving everyone the chance of reaching the top. Each day is extremely varied, as we pass through several climatic and vegetation zones en route to the summit. Through Tropical rainforest, moorland and alpine desert to the snow and ice line. Around 5 to 7 hrs is spent walking each day. Except for the day when you attempt the summit, this is a much harder day and you will be expected to walk for about for 12 hours.
Success with Walkingjersey Guides Your lead Guide for this Challenge is Paul who has extensive experience at climbing at altitude and has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro before as well as Mount Toubkal in Morrocco, Gran Paradiso in Italy & Mount Elbrus in Russia, plus many other minor peaks.
Kevin our lead guide has lead 88 people up Kilimanjaro and 84 have made it to the summit. This is far better than most Trekking companies. Kevin has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro 7 times as well as Mount Elbrus, Mount Toubkal & Gran Paradisco plus all the British high peaks. sign up you will be sent a 3 month training Programme produce by Kevin & Paul (see Dates and Prices for details of what is included)
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