Mt. Kilimanjaro Trek

When:

❶ 17th – 27th June 2027

❷ 7th – 17th October 2027

❸ 15th – 25th June 2028

Where: Tanzania
Challenge distance: 69km
Challenge duration : 11 days

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The Challenge

Grab your boots and join us on an exhilarating trekking adventure to the top of Africa as we summit Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain standing tall at 5,895m, a magnet for trekkers and climbers. Our trek takes us along the beautiful Machame route, which allows us to gradually acclimatise to the altitude as we climb to the summit. We’ll trek through dense tropical rainforest all the way up to the snow-capped peak to witness awe-inspiring views. This is a tough but spectacularly rewarding challenge, so join us and conquer the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro!

 A truly unforgettable challenge! 

What’s included?

  • Direct fundraising support from our experienced Events team.
  • Sponsorship forms and a handy fundraising guide.
  • An Epilepsy Action branded top.
  • Support from Global Adventure Challenge, including
    • Return flights from a London Airport to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
    • 8 nights accommodation – 2 nights hotel accommodation, twin share with private bathroom, 6 nights camping twin share.
    • All meals on the trek including celebratory dinner, starting from dinner on day 2 through to breakfast on day 10.
    • Local English-speaking guide/s.
    • Oxygen cylinders, oxi-pulse meter, Gamow bag and medical kit to assist with monitoring participants’ wellbeing on the climb.
    • Global Adventure Challenges leader from the UK.
    • Local Doctor experienced in Kilimanjaro climbs.
    • Tents and other camping equipment including cooking and toilet facilities.
    • Challenge Medal.
    • 24 hour emergency on call team.

*please see event brochure for full terms.

Event brochure

11-day Itinerary

  • Day 1 – Depart UK
  • Day 2 – Arrive Tanzania
  • Day 3 – Machame Gate to Machame Camp – 3,100m
    Trekking distance – approx. 9km/5 – 7 hours
  • Day 4 – Machame Camp to Shira Camp – 3,750m
    Trekking distance – approx. 5km/5 – 6 hours
  • Day 5 – Shira Camp to Barranco Hut – 3,950m
    Trekking distance – approx. 10km/6 – 7 hours
  • Day 6 – Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp – 4,000m
    Trekking distance – approx. 5km/4 – 5 hours
  • Day 7 – Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp – 4,800m
    Trekking distance – approx. 6km/5 – 6 hours
  • Day 8 – Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak – 5,895m
    Trekking distance – approx 6.5 km/6 – 7 hours to Uhuru Peak and approx. 13km/6 – 8 hours to Millennium Camp
  • Day 9 – Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate – 1,600m
    Trekking distance – approx. 13.5km/6 hours
  • Day 10 – Return to UK
  • Day 11 – Arrive UK

*please see event brochure for a detailed itinerary.

Event brochure

17-27 June 2027

Payment Options:

Option A – Minimum Sponsorship

  • Registration Fee £399
  • Min Sponsorship £5,650
  • Airport Tax & Fuel Surcharge £250

Option B – Self-Funding

  • Registration Fee £399
  • Self-Funding £2,825
  • Airport Tax & Fuel Surcharge £250
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7-17 October 2027

Payment Options:

Option A – Minimum Sponsorship

  • Registration Fee £399
  • Min Sponsorship £5,650
  • Airport Tax & Fuel Surcharge £250

Option B – Self-Funding

  • Registration Fee £399
  • Self-Funding £2,825
  • Airport Tax & Fuel Surcharge £250
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15-25 June 2028

Payment Options:

Option A – Minimum Sponsorship

  • Registration Fee £349
  • Min Sponsorship £5,650
  • Airport Tax & Fuel Surcharge £250

Option B – Self-Funding

  • Registration Fee £399
  • Self-Funding £2,825
  • Airport Tax & Fuel Surcharge £250
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