Climbing Kili
Journey to the Top of Africa
Mount Kilimanjaro rises majestically above the vast expanse of
Northern Tanzania’s savannahs and issues a silent challenge to all
who gaze at it from across the plains. Become one of the few
climbers who has reached the top of this mighty mountain and
soak up the views bestowed on those brave and determined
enough to reach the summit. We are proud to offer this exciting
six-day trek to a limited number of students.
Are You Ready For This?
Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest peak and the world’s tallest
freestanding volcano. Its snow-capped summit is a jaw-dropping
19,340 feet in elevation and offers panoramic views of some of
East Africa’s most famous sights, including Amboseli National
Park in Kenya, the Rift Valley, and the Masaai Steppe.
Your journey will begin in Arusha, a small town in the northern
highlands of Tanzania that is tucked beneath the twin peaks of
Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. During the following six
days, you will trek up the famous Marangu Route, a non-technical
climb that anyone with good physical and mental fitness can
conquer. You won’t need any ropes or climbing equipment to
make it to the top, just the drive and resolve to be a part of this
great adventure. We’ll make reaching the ‘rooftop of Africa’ a
realistic and attainable goal. A team of professional guides, cooks
and porters will accompany you to the top, and your group will
pace itself and acclimate along the way.
The Ascent Begins
Once on the trail, you’ll hike between four and six hours each
day. The first two days will carry you through thick lowland
forest. Soon the air will begin to thin as the brush gives way to
alpine meadows. The thin air at this altitude nourishes an unusual
variety of vegetation, and by this point you will have expansive
views of the vast plains beneath you. After a few nights sleeping
on the mountain to acclimate, you will begin the summit. You’ll
wake up in the middle of the night to get a head start on this
final day of climbing. The stars will gradually fade as the air
begins to warm with the rising sun. As you near the summit, your
adrenaline will start to pump. When you finally reach the top,
you’ll celebrate your accomplishment with your fellow climbers.
This is the adventure of a lifetime!
Midnight on the Mountain
You will spend nights on the mountain in huts along the Marangu
Route. Get to know your group over hearty dinners and sleep
beneath a clear sky that is home to millions of glittering stars.
Once you have reached the summit, a sense of pride at your
achievement will carry you back down the mountain, and you’ll
enjoy breathtaking views of the African landscape along the
way. The journey will come to an end back in Arusha with a
farewell feast of mouth-watering local cuisine.
What A Journey!
Summit world-famous Mount Kilimanjaro and relish your
accomplishment as you take in the grand views. It’s a journey
you will never forget. Grab your hiking boots and backpack and
join us in Tanzania for this incredible African adventure.
If you have questions about the Climbing Kili program, please e-mail our African team at africa@rusticpathways.com.
