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Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest freestanding mountain in the world and YOU could be standing at its summit as part of an adventure that means more.

Trek through lush rainforest, rugged alpine desert and spectacular glaciers on your journey to Uhuru Peak at 5895m, guided by our experienced local team. Watch the sun rise over the Roof of Africa alongside a community of fundraisers pushing themselves beyond what they thought possible, building confidence, friendships and memories that last a lifetime.

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Climbing Kili is a real test, but with Dig Deep you get achievable fundraising targets, ethical local climb partners and dedicated support from sign-up to summit to help you take it on - we've already supported over 2000 climbers since 2012.

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Kili group
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Minimum
11 day
Adventure

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Includes
6 days
Trekking

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Reaching
5895m
Altitude

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August - September
2027

The Challenge

Take on a transformational journey to one of the 7 summits of the world by trekking to Uhuru Peak, the summit of Kilimanjaro.

 

Choose to extend your stay with optional travel time after the climb. Our trusted local ground suppliers, African Scenic Safaris, organise some incredible value packages for you to choose from.

  • Bucket list experience
  • Feel on top of the world
  • Stand above the clouds
  • Most popular route to the summit
  • Varied terrain - from rainforest to glaciers
  • Trek to Lava Tower
  • Ascend the remarkable Barranco Wall
  • Acclimatise on the way by climbing high and sleeping low
  • Mountain, safari and Indian Ocean island paradise - get a full taste of East Africa with optional extension travel

Discover extension packages

After summiting the world's highest freestanding mountain, make the most of your time in East Africa and discover more of what Tanzania has to offer.

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Dig Deep's highly experienced local suppliers, African Scenic Safaris, have been arranging incredible value extension packages for our groups since 2015. From adventurous safari in search of the "Big 5" to relaxing on the beautiful island paradise of Zanzibar, there's no better way to round off your experience.​​

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Visit their website to find out more.

Why climb with Dig Deep?

OUR VALUE

We organise our Kilimanjaro climbs in-house, working directly with our suppliers in Tanzania to offer the best value fundraising targets to your team whilst raising more for our water and sanitation projects.

OUR TRACK RECORD

We've been running our Kilimanjaro climbs for over 15 years. We're proud to have successfully supported over 2,000 climbers to take on the challenge and raise over £5 million for charity in the process.

OUR FEEDBACK

By organising the climbs directly and holding ourselves to the highest ethical standards we ensure that your team have the best climbing experience you could have. See what our climbers have to say below...

96%

Rated their climb crew 5 out of 5

97%

Were happy with the organisation of their climb

95%

Would recommend Dig Deep to a friend

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Trip Costs and Inclusions

We work with local, ethical, KRTO-certified suppliers to organise our climbs. This means that the local people making your challenge possible get a fair deal - and that our registration fee & fundraising target are the most achievable of any comparable Kilimanjaro challenge.

Registration Fees:
Maximum £450 (discounts available), split into:
£200 at point of registration
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£250 due before 31st January 2027

Your registration fees cover the administration and support costs of organising your challenge.

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You can reduce the cost of your registration fee balance:

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£100 off by attending one of our Kilimanjaro information sessions

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£50 off for each friend you refer - just state each other's names on the registration form.

Fundraise/pay:

£2990

Due before the 13th June 2027.

Your fundraising target is split 50:50 between a charitable donation to Dig Deep and all the in-country costs associated with your challenge (as listed below). Anything raised over the £2990 target will go straight towards Dig Deep's charitable aims.

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The charitable donation will help save lives, improve education, empower women and girls and strengthen livelihoods for the 1 million people of Bomet County, Kenya where 2 out of 3 people currently lack access to clean water.

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​It is completely your decision how you reach your target. You may wish to fundraise the whole amount, mix fundraising with self-funding parts or self-fund the whole amount. We are committed to offering comprehensive fundraising support to all of our climbers, designed to help you to figure out what will work best for you.​

What's included

Before Challenge
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  • Minimum £1495 charity donation to help bring clean water to the community of Bomet County, Kenya.

  • Full time trip and fundraising support from an experienced Dig Deep Challenges staff team

  • Fully trained volunteer team leader

  • Personalised fundraising training call upon signing up

  • Free Charity Fundraiser T-shirt

  • Online fundraising resources website

  • Peer to peer forums

  • Monthly fundraising support schedule

  • Best value flight recommendations

  • Pre-departure support and advice

  • Template training plan

  • Public liability insurance (on request)

  • Risk assessment and emergency planning policy

 

During Challenge
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  • Full board hostel accommodationfor 2 nights before and 1 night after your challenge (upgrade to hotel options available)

  • All ground staff (guide, drivers, cooks, porters) abiding by the highest ethical standards - our climb suppliers are KRTO approved to ensure the safeguarding and fair treatment of all your climb crew

  • Qualified Expedition Medic, with fully stocked medical kit, accompanying you on every day of your trek

  • Qualified Medic(s) stationed in Moshi for medical support before and after the trek

  • Relevant ground transport including airport transfer options

  • Climb safety briefing and kit checks including kit hire service

  • All National Park Fees, entrance fees and hiking permits

  • Tent, sleeping mat and all communal camp equipment e.g. mess tent, seats, crockery

  • Three meals a day and filtered water throughout the trek

  • 24/7 emergency support line throughout your trip

What's not included

Before Challenge
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  • International flights to and from Tanzania (approximately £1000)

  • Visas ($50 USD)

  • Travel Insurance

  • Personal medication/vaccinations

  • Travel to/from airport of departure

  • Personal trekking clothing (have option to hire all kit in country at great value prices)

 

During Challenge
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  • Helicopter evacuation cost (in event of serious medical injury your travel insurance company will cover the costs if you ensure this is in your policy)

  • Meals and drinks other than those mentioned

  • Tips for climb crew ($200)

  • Optional hotel upgrade

  • Optional extension travel costs

  • In-country airport transfers if different from the itinerary

  • Items of a personal nature such as souvenirs and telephone calls

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