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Trip Information
Name: Mount Kilimanjaro- July 3–11, 2026
Starts: Fri Jul 03, 2026 08:00
Return: Sat Jul 11, 2026 22:00

Registration opens: Fri Feb 27, 2026
Event category: Mountaineering
Difficulty grade: C1  [?]
For members only: No
Screening used: No
Max participants: 15

Organizer: Minnie Karanja
Profile info:
Trip Planning Questions

What is your recent multi-day hiking experience?

Have you previously been above 4,000m?

How many hours per week are you currently training?

Are you comfortable hiking 10–14 hours on summit day?

Do you have prior alpine or winter hiking experience?

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Participant Information

Route

Lemosho Route – 6 days on mountain (9 days total program)

Elevation

Summit: 5,895m (Uhuru Peak)

Technical Level

Non-technical. No ropes required.
High-altitude endurance expedition.

Terrain

Rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and glaciated summit terrain.
Summit night involves a sustained ascent in cold, high-altitude conditions (10–14 hours round trip).

Required Experience

  • Previous multi-day hiking or backpacking experience

  • Ability to hike 6–8 hours per day on consecutive days

  • Strong cardiovascular fitness

  • Comfort in cold alpine conditions

  • Prior high-altitude experience beneficial but not mandatory

Preparation

Participants are expected to arrive fully prepared for sustained multi-day hiking at altitude. A consistent endurance training program in the months leading up to departure is strongly recommended.

Expedition Support

  • Licensed local Tanzanian mountain guides

  • Full mountain crew (porters and cook)

  • Park permits and rescue fees

  • Group tents and communal equipment

  • All meals on the mountain

  • Airport transfers

  • Pre-climb briefing in Moshi

Not Included

  • International airfare

  • Travel and evacuation insurance (mandatory)

  • Personal gear

  • Visa fees

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