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Snow capped Kilimanjaro is the highest point in Africa at 5,895 metres, and one of the worlds largest free standing mountains accessible to walkers. Kilimanjaro is located in northern Tanzania, only 190 miles from Nairobi.Absolute Africa ensures our guides and porters receive a fair wage and are proud to work with our Chief Guide, Samson Lauwo, the grandson of the famous Yohani Kinyala Lauwo, 'Mzee Lauwo', who led Hans Meyer, the first European to summit Kilimanjaro in 1889. Samson is our consultant and man on the ground in Moshi to ensure all aspects of the trek run smoothly.
Absolute Africa ensures that anyone who climbs with us is covered for their entire trek by membership with AMREF, who operate specialist medical evacuation with advanced life support ambulances, paramedics and air rescue. This service is additional and does not take place of your travel insurance. For further details go to http://flydoc.org/
Countries Visited
Tanzania
Trek Overview
Variations Available
Budgeting Summary
Budget
The costs to consider when trekking Kilimanjaro are:
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Remember you then need to budget for flights, insurance, vaccination costs and any equipment you might need such as a sleeping bag.
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Before You Go
Click on the link below to download the predeparture dossier for this trek "Climb Kilimanjaro".
This information has been developed over 30 years of experience overlanding in Africa.
It includes all you might need to know to prepare for this trip and more. We know many people love to plan their trip in detail and we hope you will find lots of "stuff" in here to help!
We also send out personal updates about 6 weeks before departure to all participants heading out on each departure date. This includes final confirmations of pre safari transfers and accommodation and other details relating to your specific travel arrangements so you can check all is as you need.
We recommend once booked on a to trip that you periodically check back here as this information is regularly updated. It is also a good idea to keep an eye on the news area of this site.
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Overlanding in Africa is a very different destination from your usual package holiday! You may find some information in this dossier different from what you expected. Whatever your question don't hesitate to ask. We are here to help so feel free to get back to us.
We are more than happy to advise as to what is the best plan for your particular Africa travel needs.
Give us a call, or skype or email. We look forward to planning your trip to Africa with you.
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