Kilimanjaro 2008

Posted by admin on December 3rd, 2007

Out of the African plains, Kilimanjaro rises majestically to 19,340 ft. Mount Kilimanjaro is a study in contrasts. Starting out from dry savannah, we ascend through a series of different ecosystems - rainforests and moorlands - to emerge at a mile-wide volcanic caldera, covered in snow. A hike up Kilimanjaro is climatically a walk from the equator to the North Pole in four days. Few mountains match the majesty and mystique of Kilimanjaro.

Our journey begins with a flight that lands right at the foot of the Kilimanjaro mountain. The wildlife experience commences minutes later at the Springlands Hotel.

Our trek up the Kilimanjaro mountain avoids the frequently touristed path in favour of the more picturesque back route for the final ascent. This highly exclusive and rarely utilized footpath affords trekkers superb exposure to the area’s isolated and undefiled nature. The climb will take us through swiftly changing conditions while revealing remarkable views of east Africa’s peaks and plains. On the eve of our summit day, we will depart our camp 15,000 ft and make our way through the dawn, reaching the summit peak by early morning. In this rare setting, we can savour the view of a new dawn over Africa - Kenya to the North, Tanzania to the south. It’s a vision that will stay with you for the rest of your life.

What follows is one of the greatest wildlife experiences in the world. We head westward overland to Lake Manyara and the Great African rift valley, then onward to the Ngorongoro Crater - often considered the eighth wonder of the world, and one of the few places where the rare white rhino can still be found. From there, we go on to discover the Olduvai Gorge and the Serengeti Plain, home to more than three million animals - 35 major species in all. Perhaps the most underestimated of the seven summits, Kilimanjaro at 19,339 ft, is an extreme high altitude climb. Your greatest chance of a successful summit is climbing with an experienced mountaineer who specializes in high altitude. Not only do highly experienced guides increase your chance of standing on top, but do so in a healthy and strong manner.

2008 Dates
January 7, 2008 Available
January 29, 2008 Available
February 7, 2008 Limited availability***
February 27, 2008 Available
June 31, 2008 Available
July 11, 2008 Available
July 31, 2008 Limited availability***
August-September dates to be confirmed

2007/2008 Land Cost
$3,955 USD
*** led by Paul DeAngelis Payments
20% deposit with application
Balance due 90 days prior to departure
**Payment plans can be offered

Land Costs include the following:
All Tanzania transportation
All Hotel accommodations in Tanzania during listed itinerary. (double occupancy)
All group equipment, such as tents, stoves, etc.
All meals (B,L,D) during the climb
Porters, drivers, guides, park fees and climbing permits
Experienced guides and camp staff
Porters
Scheduled accommodations, including two night accommodations before the climb, quality expedition camps on the mountain
All meals while staying in camps or lodges (excluding drinks)
All group camping and cooking equipment
All land transportation on scheduled arrival and departure dates and times

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