Kilimanjaro Challenge Program 2025
Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge program is a training plan to prepare someone to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. These programs typically include strength training, endurance training, and hill training.
Most people will need to train specifically for climbing Kilimanjaro for at least three to four months. During your training, you will need to progressively ramp up your hike time, distance, and elevation gain (at roughly 10% per week) to carefully and effectively build your trekking-specific conditioning.
How fit do you have to be to Climb Kilimanjaro?
The type of fitness is more important than the degree of fitness. Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro is a hike, therefore the best preparation one can do is to hike, preferably under simulated conditions. Although jogging could be beneficial to your fitness level, it does not fully prepare your muscles for a strenuous 6-day hike.
For the best results, plan for 8 weeks+ of training before your Kilimanjaro Trek. This will allow you to build your endurance and strength. In addition to regular gym workouts, make sure you also go for walks in order to stimulate relevant muscle development.
Try to do a one or two day hiking trials in your area. This will not only be an excellent way for physical preparation, but also an enjoyable means to prepare yourself mentally.
We have furthermore developed a practical (in terms of time and costs) fitness preparation guideline to assist you in getting your body ready for a Mt. Kilimanjaro summit attempt. This guide contains a gym and a hiking program that should be followed simultaneously over an 6 weeks period.
Itinerary
Mount Kilimanjaro Machame Route(7 Days)
Key points about a 7-day Machame route from Nairobi:
- 14th Oct)Day 1.Nairobi-Moshi
- 15th Oct)Day 2: Moshi- Machame Gate to Machame hut camp
- 16th Oct)Day 3: Machame hut camp to Shira Camp
- 17th Oct)Day 4: Shira camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
- 18th Oct)DAY 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
- 19th Oct)Day 6• Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
- 20th Oct)Day 7• Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut
- 21st Oct)Day 8• Mweka Camp to Moshi
- 22nd Oct)Day 9.Moshi-Nairobi
What are Included on the Trek
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
- Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary.
- Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
- Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
- Pre and Post accommodations
- Airport Transfers
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Drinking water and Full Board Meals
- All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
- Fair and Sustainable Salary Crew Wages
- Gate Transfers
- Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
- Portable Private Toilet and Porter
- Quality Imported Equipment’s
EXCLUDED IN THE PRICE
- Flights
- Visa fees
- Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
- Gamow Bag
- Medication
- Tips for porters and mountain crew
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
- Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
- Extra hotel nights if early arrival or descent from the mountain$120 per room
Relive ‘Mt Kilimanjaro-Machame Route’
Important considerations:
- Fitness level:This route is considered challenging and requires a good level of physical fitness.
- Acclimatization:The 7-day itinerary allows for proper acclimatization with “walk high, sleep low” strategy.
- Scenery:The Machame route offers diverse landscapes, including rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and glacial areas.
- Gear:Proper hiking gear is essential, including appropriate clothing for changing weather conditions, sturdy boots, and a backpack.
Required Travel Documents
- Passport or temporary permit
- COVID-19 vaccination certificate
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
What to Wear & Carry?
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Charges Per Person
- East African Citizens – $850
- Non East African Citizens -$2050
USD bank account will be provided.
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