Trip Details

  1. When:
    June 26, 2025 to July 5, 2025
    Climb begins on June 27th and finishes the 4th
    Hotel stays on the night of June 26th and July 4th
  2. Safari Adventure (optional):
    July 5, 2025 to July 6, 2025
    Safari begins on the 5th and finishes on the 6th.
    Hotel on the 6th
    Fly back home on the 7th or continue on to Zanzibar.
  3. Where:
    Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa
  4. Price:
    $6,100 pp Climb
    $1,890 pp Safari
    5. ● Includes 3 zoom calls (Jan, March, May)
    ● 2 in person group hikes in Washington (Mt Si in March, Mailbox peak in May)
  5. Length:
    10 days, 8 days on the mountain and 2 nights hotel accommodation Optional safari 2 days, 3rd day transfer to the airport
  6. Experience:
    No previous experience needed; Must be in good physical shape and able to hike 6 hours on back to back days.
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INCLUDED

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Moshi (before & after climb)
  • Group transport to and from Moshi to the trail head
  • Kilimanjaro National Park permits, camping/hut fees, rescue fees, and Value Added Tax (VAT)
  • Expert guide, assistants, cooks, and porters
  • Bottled oxygen (for emergency rescue only)
  • 3 person waterproof Mountain Hardware all-season tents (double occupancy)
  • Sleeping pad, foam, 1.5 inches thick
  • Mess tents, tables, chairs, lanterns
  • Nutritious chef-prepared fresh meals
  • Breakfast at hotel

NOT INCLUDED

  • Airfare
  • Hotel lunch and dinner
  • Hotel beverages
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Personal gear and equipment
  • Tips

Cost of additional services:

  • Pick up and drop off at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) - $120
  • Single tent supplement - $340
  • Private toilet at camp - $280
  • Trekking poles rental - $35
  • Sleeping bag rental - $80
  • Extra porter for excess gear - $250
  • Extra hotel night in Moshi - $150 per double room
*MUST HAVE A PASSPORT VALID FOR A MINIMUM OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE RETURN DATE
*VISA REQUIRED; PURCHASE UPON ARRIVAL AT JRO OR ONLINE AT https://visa.immigration.go.tz/
*Non-refundable Deposit of $500 to reserve spot
*The remainder of the payment is due 90 days prior to expedition
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Experience

Experience

To summit Mount Kilimanjaro, a certain level of physical fitness and mental determination is required. While prior mountaineering experience is not necessary, it is beneficial to have some hiking experience and be comfortable with long, strenuous treks. Additionally, it is important to have a positive mindset, adaptability and the ability to follow the slow pace set by your guide. Training and preparation, both physically and mentally, are key to increasing your chances of a successful summit. Please visit our training page for more information and our safety page for our safety protocol.

Why This Trip?

Last June I climbed Kilimanjaro as part of an all Black women team and had a truly life changing experience. The climb itself was unforgettable but it was the entire experience - from the preparation, to the hikes leading up to summit day, to connecting with my fellow climbers, porters, and guides - that transformed me. I’m hosting this trip because I want everyone to be able to experience what I did!
I’m calling this trip “Alison Mariella Désir and Friends Climb Kilimanjaro” because I’m inviting folks from all aspects of my life to join me. Harlem Run, Run 4 All Women, Out & Back Community, PNW crew, friends abroad, and more - people of all ages, races, levels, abilities - I invite you to join me! I’m hoping that this trip - from the training to the experience itself- teaches you that you are stronger and more capable than you know and that you are ultimately able to apply this confidence and mindset to other aspects of your life (as I have).
Whether you’ve never done anything like this or this is a trip right up your alley, there is a place for you. The guides are so invested in helping you reach the summit whether it takes you 5 hours or 15.
Included in the price of the trip are 3 zoom calls (scheduled January, March and June) to go over training and to build connection and 2 in person hikes in Washington state (for those of you who are local or interested in coming West).
Let’s accomplish this massive goal together!

Why this trip

BASIC ITINERARY LEMOSHO ROUTE:

Arrival in Moshi - Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. - Transfer to your hotel in Moshi. - Overnight stay at the hotel in Moshi.
Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp - Transfer to the Londorossi Gate, the starting point of the Lemosho Route. - Trek through the rainforest to reach Mti Mkubwa Camp. - Overnight camping at Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 - Continue the trek through the heather and moorland. - Pass through the Shira Plateau before reaching Shira 1 Camp. - Overnight camping at Shira 1 Camp.
Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 - Trek from Shira Camp to Shira 2. - Explore the unique landscape and rock formations of Shira Cave. - Overnight camping at Shira 2.
Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp - Trek from Shira Camp to Lava Tower. - Reach the Lava Tower, have lunch then - Descend from Lava Tower to Barranco Camp. - Overnight camping at Barranco Camp.
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp - Continue the trek through the alpine desert. - Cross the Karanga Valley to reach Karanga Camp. - Overnight camping at Karanga Camp.
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp - Ascend to Barafu Camp, the last camp before the summit. - Rest and prepare for the summit push. - Overnight camping at Barafu Camp.
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp - Start the summit attempt in the early hours of the morning. - Reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Uhuru Peak, and celebrate the achievement. - Descend to Mweka Camp for overnight camping.
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate - Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. - Transfer back to Moshi. - Overnight stay at the hotel in Moshi.
Departure from Moshi - Check out from the hotel. - Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure, or onto your safari adventure!

ACCOMODATION

https://www.kiliwonders.com/ or similar hotel within the Moshi region The specific accommodation arrangements will be made once we have a clear understanding of our group composition, including the number of solo travelers, couples, and friends. Our standard rooms are designed for double occupancy, but should you desire more privacy, single rooms can be arranged for an additional fee upon request.

Clothing

  • 2-3 x hiking shirt + 3-4 x long-sleeve hiking shirt (at least one merino type long sleeve shirt)
  • 1 x hiking shorts and 2 x trekking pants
  • 1 x warm trousers / storm pants for summit night
  • 1x Light rain shell pants (can be used for summit night as an otter layer to your warm pants)
  • Mid-weight fleece jacket
  • Hard shell rain jacket
  • Warm insulating down or synthetic jacket / gilet
  • 2 x thermal underwear
  • Light gloves to use during your day hike
  • Very warm gloves/mittens for summit night

Headwear

  • Sun hat + Sunglasses
  • Beanie
  • Neck warmer

Footwear

  • Already worn in waterproof hiking boots
  • 4-5 hiking socks + 1 x thermal socks
  • Trainers/hiking shoes for camp
  • Gaiters

Bags

  • 20-25L daypack
  • 90-100L Duffel Bag (waterproof)
  • Plastic bags to protect sleeping bag and other gear from rain

Other Essentials

  • Trekking Poles
  • Headlamp and spare batteries
  • Snacks, electrolyte powder/pills
  • Water bottle / hydration bladder
  • Water treatment tablets (we treat our water but sometimes our clients like to add their own pills for extra safety)
  • Camera
  • Sun cream
  • Four season sleeping bag at 15 degree capability or less
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