Expedition · July 2026
CLIMB
KILIMANJARO
Summit Africa's Highest Peak, Then Exhale On Safari
Join world record mountaineer and mom of seven, Jenn Drummond, for a guided climb of Mount Kilimanjaro on the Machame Route, with an optional safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
5,895
m
Uhuru Peak
8
Days on Expedition
5
Ecosystems Traversed
1
Wild Safari Adventure
5,895m
Highest Point in Africa
The Mountain
MORE THAN A SUMMIT.
A STANDARD.
Mount Kilimanjaro stands alone. Not just as Africa's highest peak and the tallest freestanding mountain in the world, but as the "Mountain of Greatness," calling forward something bigger in those that climb it.
Climbing Kilimanjaro is more than a trek. It's a journey into Africa, into possibility, and into who you become when you commit to something meaningful.
Our expedition takes you through 5 distinct ecosystems - from rainforest to alpine desert to the summit's glaciers - experiencing the full scale and beauty of the mountain.
Optional Extension
FROM SUMMIT EFFORT
TO SAFARI AWE
After days of focused climbing, the safari is where you let your body recover and your mind expand. Three of Africa's most iconic wildlife destinations await.
01
Tarangire National Park
Massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
02
Serengeti
World-famous plains with lions, cheetahs, giraffe, and the Great Migration.
02
Serengeti
World-famous plains with lions, cheetahs, giraffe, and the Great Migration
03
Ngorongoro Crater
Volcanic caldera with one of the highest wildlife densities on earth, including the Big Five.
Professional PhoTography
COME HOME WITH
SUMMIT-WORTHY PHOTOS
This is an experience you will remember for life. You should be present on the mountain, not focused on your phone.
A professional adventure photographer joins the expedition to quietly document the journey while you stay in the moment.
Candid moments on the trail and in camp
Individual summit and small group photos
Scenic images of the mountain, team, and landscape
After the trip, you receive a curated digital gallery to remember who you became on the mountain.
Are You Ready?
I DO THIS DIFFERENTLY.
You do not need technical climbing skills to climb Kilimanjaro, but you need to be prepared.
If you are in good physical condition and can hike for several hours a day, this climb is within reach. Still, nearly 1/3rd of climbers do not summit due to poor pacing, acclimatization, and leadership.
This expedition prioritizes intelligent pacing, strong acclimatization and safety, led with the same standards used on all of Jenn's world record climbs.
What's Included
EVERYTHING YOU NEED
TO FOCUS ON THE CLIMB
Kilimanjaro Package
Professional local guides, porter crew, and mountain chef
All park fees, permits, and conservation charges
Group equipment, tents, dining tent, tables, and chairs
Hotel nights in Arusha before and after the climb
Three meals a day on the mountain plus drinking water
Regular health and oxygen checks
Detailed packing list and training guidance before the trip
Safari Add-On
All national park entry fees
Private or small group safari vehicle with professional driver-guide
Lodge or tented camp accommodations
Daily game drives and picnic lunches
Transfers between parks and back to Arusha
Safety & Support
Trusted local operator with extensive Kilimanjaro and safari experience
Emergency and evacuation plan in place
Communication systems on the mountain
Pre-trip call to review gear, fitness, and expectations
The Route
YOUR KILIMANJARO
SUMMIT, DAY BY DAY
Machame Route - 6 days on the mountain
Day 1
24 July 2026
Arrive in Tanzania
Arusha / Moshi
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to our hotel in Moshi, meet Jenn and the local guide team, and complete a full gear check. Evening briefing and welcome dinner.
900m
Day 2
25 July 2026
Machame Gate → Machame Camp
Rainforest, lush and shaded
You enter the park at Machame Gate, sign in, then hike through thick rainforest on a well-built but often muddy trail to Machame Camp.
1,790m → 3,010m
5–7 hrs
Day 3
26 July 2026
Machame Camp → Shira Camp
Heather and moorland, wider views
We climb onto the Shira Plateau with wide views of the summit and of Mount Meru behind us.
3,010m → 3,845m
4–6 hrs
Day 4
27 July 2026
Shira → Lava Tower → Barranco
High alpine zone, key acclimatization day
This is a key acclimatization day. We follow the rule of climb high, sleep lower to help your body adapt.
3,845m → 4,600m → 3,960m
7–9 hrs
Day 5
28 July 2026
Barranco Camp → Barafu Camp
Barranco Wall, then high camp
We climb the famous Barranco Wall, then traverse below the glaciers toward Barafu, our high camp and launch point for the summit.
3,960m → 4,640m
7–9 hrs
Day 6
29 July 2026
Summit Day — Uhuru Peak
Midnight start, sunrise at Stella Point
We start around midnight with headlamps, climb to Stella Point for sunrise, then continue to Uhuru Peak — the highest point in Africa.
4,640m → 5,895m
12–15 hrs
Day 7
30 July 2026
Descent to Mweka Gate
Forest trails, celebration dinner
We finish through lush forest, sign out at the park gate, receive summit certificates, and return to Moshi for hot showers and a celebration dinner.
3,100m → 1,630m
4–6 hrs
Day 8
31 July 2026
Departure or Safari Start
Fly home or begin the safari extension
Fly home, or continue directly into the safari extension through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
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YOUR SAFARI
DAY BY DAY
Safari Flow
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire - full day game drive and overnight near Mto wa Mbu or Karatu
Day 2
Drive through Ngorongoro Highlands into Serengeti, game viewing en route, lodge check-in
Days 3–4
Days
3–4
Full days exploring Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives and picnic lunches
Day 5
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater for a crater floor game drive, then return to Arusha
Expedition · July 2026
THE MOUNTAIN IS WAITING.
ARE YOU?
Application-only. Limited spots available. Led by Guinness World Record holder Jenn Drummond.
"It's not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves." - Sir Edmund Hillary