Description

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 push for 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 mouthwatering 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 adventure.

Highlights

CLIMB the world's tallest freestanding volcano, and Africa's highest peak, during this unforgettable adventure up Kilimanjaro.

TRAVERSE four climate zones on your way up Kili's famous Marangu Route with a team of professional guides, porters, and cooks who will help you achieve the quest for the summit.

RISE to the challenge. You'll bask in the glory of this great achievement with the friends you have made along the journey when you finally reach the elusive summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

REVEL in the spectacular views of the stunning savanna.

GAZE in awe at a snow-capped mountain on the equator.

BARGAIN for unique souvenirs, traditional carvings, and amazing gifts at buzzing markets full of colorful wares.

Travel Types

• BackPacking Abroad
• Hiking
• Trekking
• Tours
• Student Tours

Type of Programs

• Adventure Travel

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 2,995 + 660 Park fees

Program Fees Include:

The above cost includes all ground transportation in-country, 3 meals a day, housing, staff through the duration of the program, and all excursions on the program itinerary not listed as optional.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 business days

Rustic Pathways's Mission Statement

Rustic Pathways is a pioneer in providing superior quality travel and service programs for students and families in some of the world's most welcoming countries. Rustic Pathways demands professionalism and integrity across all of its operations, insists on quality in all aspects of its programs, and places the safety of its students above all other considerations. We enrich the lives of our students and our staff, benefit the parts of the world we serve, and build cultural bridges that lead to greater global understanding and cooperation.

Year Founded

1983