Rhino Climb Kilimanjaro 2008

For many people, conquering Kilimanjaro is the ultimate trekking challenge. Just under 20,000 ft; the highest peak in Africa; the world's highest free-standing mountain; and yet you can reach the summit without any previous climbing or trekking experience, given some dedication in preparation and determination to succeed once on the mountain.

The challenge starts in the rainforest at the base of this huge dormant volcano, home to elephant, buffalo, antelope and monkeys. Higher up you’ll cross moorland with incredible Senecio and Lobilia plants. Beyond this lies the rock and ice zone as you slowly approach the summit. It is an incredible achievement to reach Gillman’s Point on the edge of the crater rim. The fittest will push onto the Uhuru Peak. Whichever point you reach, you’ll be greeted by truly stunning views across the Maasai plains and the euphoria of standing on top of the world.

Many companies and charities offer Kilimanjaro challenges; none has Save the Rhino's unique aspects:

• Trek on the little-used Rongai route where you'll see few others and have a real sense of wilderness
• Go on safari in the Chyulu Hills after the trek and track black rhino - this is exclusive to Save the Rhino and not available with any other operator
• Have the satisfaction of visiting the project you'll be helping to support and finding out first-hand the difference you have made

We offer two trips to climb Mt Kilimanjaro:

• For individuals with limited time and budgets, we offer weekly departures. You’ll join other trekkers in a group, and will benefit from all the expertise of our regular partner on the mountain, the African Walking Company
• For groups of 8, who want to add on a few days to visit the rhino project you will be supporting through your fundraising, we offer two extra nights in a luxury bush camp in the Chyulu Hills in Kenya. This option is exclusive to participants in the Rhino Climb Kilimanjaro and, like climbing Kili, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

For more information, please see the document below or email fiona@savetherhino.org or ring 020 7357 7474.