Arrival and Departure Information
January 21, 2023 Departure
Arrive: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on January 21, 2023. One group transfer is provided for the Delta/KLM arrival. Private transfers for other arrivals are available for an additional fee.
Depart: Depart Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on January 30, 2023. One group transfer is included for the Delta/KLM flight this evening. Private transfers for other departures are available for an additional fee.
January 23, 2023 Departure
Arrive: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on January 23, 2023. One group transfer is provided for the Delta/KLM arrival. Private transfers for other arrivals are available for an additional fee.
Depart: Depart Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on February 1, 2023 One group transfer is included for the Delta/KLM flight this evening. Private transfers for other departures are available for an additional fee.
September 12, 2023 Departure
Arrive: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on September 12, 2023. One group transfer is provided for the Delta/KLM arrival today. Private transfers for other arrivals are available for an additional fee.
Depart: Depart Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on September 21, 2023. One group transfer is included for the Delta/KLM flight this evening. Private transfers for other departures are available for an additional fee.
January 21, 2024 Departure
Arrive: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on January 21, 2024. One group transfer is provided for the Delta/KLM arrival. Private transfers for other arrivals are available for an additional fee.
Depart: Depart Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on January 30, 2024 in the evening. One group transfer is included for the Delta/KLM flight this evening. Private transfers for other departures are available for an additional fee.
September 16, 2024 Departure
Arrive: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on September 16, 2024. One group transfer is provided for the Delta/KLM arrival. Private transfers for other arrivals are available for an additional fee.
Depart: Depart Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on September 25, 2024. One group transfer is included for the Delta/KLM flight this evening. Private transfers for other departures are available for an additional fee.
We are happy to help you make your flight and travel arrangements. If you’d like to do anything prior to or following the AdventureWomen trip, we’d be delighted to help you arrange any trip extensions you’re interested in.
Note: The recent trend in travel is for travelers to finalize their plans much closer to departure time than was customary in the past. While we try to be as flexible as possible booking last-minute registrants, we must release hotel rooms two to three months prior to departure! Please keep this in mind when making your travel plans.
Preparation and Packing
Please use the following guide as a reference when preparing for your adventure. We also encourage you to adapt the guide to your travel style as well as the destination’s forecasted weather.
Gratuities
Gratuities are a personal decision and are at your own discretion based on your level of satisfaction with the service provided. Gratuities are dependent upon the number of guests on your departure, and they vary greatly from trip to trip. As a general reference, AdventureWomen suggests you plan for $450-$500 (or more) worth of gratuities for this adventure. Specific tipping recommendations for your trip will be provided to you closer to your departure date and may fluctuate due to inflation, exchange rates, and the number of travelers on your trip.
Passports and Visas
Citizens of the United States must have a passport valid for six months beyond your travel dates and a minimum of two blank facing pages. If you do not have a passport, apply now!
You need a visa to enter Tanzania. No earlier than 90 days prior to departure, obtain a Tanzania Entry Visa from the Embassy of Tanzania in the United States, or no earlier than 45 days prior from the High Commission of Tanzania in Canada.
We will send you a Tanzania visa application, an information form with visa instructions, and a letter to enclose three months prior to your departure.
Activity Level
We rate this trip as Challenging. Our Challenging adventures get your heart rate really pumping and are more athletic. These women’s trips are demanding yet deeply rewarding and designed for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts. You should be in excellent physical condition, and be able to hike up to 10 miles per day, in steeper, more rugged terrain.
We recommend training before your trip (with your doctor’s permission) to make the most of your adventure. With this itinerary in mind, we have a partnership with Trailblazer Wellness, a woman-owned, women-run company that will design an individualized fitness plan just for you! Best of all, AdventureWomen guests get a 10% discount with the code AVW. Learn more on the Trailblazer Wellness website.
General Preparation Guidelines
Training for your Mount Kilimanjaro trek requires both physical and mental preparation. You do not need technical climbing skills, but do not underestimate the demands of the climb. You WILL need to be fit. Endurance, good cardiovascular health, and a healthy desire to reach the summit are important.
We suggest that you begin focused training at 60-90 days before your departure, more rigorous training at 15-60 days, and then taper off in the final two weeks. You should consult your physician if you are significantly altering your physical routine for training.
We have a partnership with FitForTrips, a company that will design an individualized fitness plan for you to ensure that you are prepared for the trip. Visit FitForTrips to learn more!
We will send you a full training guide with suggestions for physical activities when you register for your trek. Please let us know if you have questions!
Health Considerations
Make an appointment with a travel clinic, as they may have recommendations for vaccines and medications based on the destination as well as your age, health, and past vaccination history.
For more health information, go to www.cdc.gov/travel and navigate to the page about Tanzania.
Altitude Symptoms
At high altitude, it is typical for trekkers to feel some physical effects such as loss of appetite, fatigue, or headache. Symptoms become more severe if you experience acute altitude sickness. Symptoms of acute altitude sickness can include troubled breathing while resting, severe coughing, confusion, impairment of motor skills, and irrational behavior.
Notify your guide immediately if you believe you are experiencing any of these symptoms. As a highly-trained professional, your guide makes your safety his top priority. If he determines that you are suffering from an acute form of altitude sickness, you will need to descend immediately to a lower altitude with a guide. This could mean being evacuated by helicopter. Medical evacuation insurance is required for this trek.
First Aid
All of your Kilimanjaro guides are trained and certified Wilderness First Responders (SOI). They have extensive training in evacuation procedures, altitude sickness, and trekking leadership skills. Your safety is their number one priority; each trek includes first aid equipment that meets internationally recognized guidelines.
Equipment on Your Trek
- Oxygen (for emergencies only)
- Hyperbaric chamber (Gamow bag)
- Automated External Defibrillator (A.E.D.; for heart emergencies)
- Diagnositc acclimatization pulse-oximeter
- Mobile phones, VHF 2-way radios, and satellite phones
- Stretcher
- Comprehensive medical/first aid kits
- You should pack your own first aid kit for minor pains, cuts,
bruises, blisters, altitude sickness, etc.
How To Register
Call the AdventureWomen office at (800) 804-8686 to determine space availability and register for this trip. We can complete your registration, including taking your credit card deposit over the phone.
If you prefer, you can register online by clicking “Sign Up for this Trip” on the trip page.
Please be sure to read the AdventureWomen policies before registering!
Forms and Final Payment
The deposit for this trip is $800 for the trek and $500 for the safari, and is nonrefundable and nontransferable.
Once you book, you will need to fill out and return to AdventureWomen:
- Information Form
- Booking Conditions Form
- Copy of Flight Information
- Copy of Issuing Page of Passport (photo page)
- Supplemental Release for COVID
- Additional supplemental trekking release form
Final payment is due to AdventureWomen in a cash form (check, money order, or wire transfer).
A maximum of $1,500 per person can be put on a credit card, which includes your deposit.
January 21, 2023 Departure Final Payment Due Date: October 23, 2022
January 23, 2023 Departure Final Payment Due Date: October 25, 2022
September 12, 2023 Departure Final Payment Due Date: June 14, 2023
January 21, 2024 Departure Final Payment Due Date: October 23, 2023
September 16, 2024 Departure Final Payment Due Date: June 18, 2024