Join Team RNIB
Taking part in a challenge such as this is a fantastic, life changing experience. Contact us today, and not only will we find the perfect event for you we will also support every aspect of your fundraising and training for the adventure you choose.
Various dates throughout 2009 and 2010
If you're looking to push yourself to your limits, come with us on our toughest trek yet to conquer the greatest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. Standing at 5,896m, Kilimanjaro is the highest freestanding mountain in the world.
Our adventure takes us to the remote north-eastern side of the mountain, and follows the Rongai Trail. Join us to experience the euphoria of standing on top of the world, whilst raising funds to help to make a difference to the two million people in the UK with sight loss.
We work alongside a number of reputable tour operators, including Across the Divide, Skyline and Classic Tours, who arrange flights, guides, transport, food and accommodation for this event. Itineraries, dates and sponsorship targets vary depending on the tour operator, so please contact us and we will find the best option for you.
The following gives you a brief taste of the adventure ahead but for more detailed information please do not hesitate to contact us.
A standard 12-day itinerary for this event would be:
Itinerary for Kilimanjaro trek
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Day one - UK to Kilimanjaro.
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Day two - Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi for a full expedition briefing.
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Day three - Transfer to Naru Moru village where the trekking starts.
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Day four - Today we ascend to the Second Cave where there are impressive views of Kibo and the eastern ice fields on the rim of the crater.
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Day five - Today we walk up to the Third Cave, and again have an acclimatisation walk in the afternoon.
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Day six - Today is a rest day to acclimatise to the increased altitude.
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Day seven - Today we hike up to Kibo Hut.
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Day eight - We will cross the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo.
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Day nine - We commence the final trek in the moonlight up to Gilman's Point. From here it's two hours on to the highest point in Africa -Uhuru Peak.
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Day ten - We continue our descent to Marangu Gate where we pick up our transport back to Arusha.
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Days eleven and twelve - Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for flight back to the UK.
Itineraries, dates and sponsorship targets will vary depending on the tour operator.
All you have to do is pledge to raise a minimum sponsorship for RNIB, starting from £2,500.
Why should I join Team RNIB?
As a member of Team RNIB you will receive:
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a welcome pack packed with fundraising tips and expert training and nutrition advice from For Goodness Shakes
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regular newsletters
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opportunity to join the RNIB online community and meet others taking part in this challenge
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excellent customer care from the moment you register until after your challenge.
What would you lose from your life if you lost your sight?
When you lose your sight you lose more than your ability to see.
Every day, almost 100 people in the UK will start to lose their sight. RNIB gives people who have lost their sight vital support to help them find their lives again. Right now RNIB can only reach one in three of the people who need our help most. Join Team RNIB and help us reach them all.
Not for you?
If climbing Mount Kilimanjaro isn't for you, why not check out our full events and challenges calendar. We have so many amazing events lined up, from 5kms to marathons, bike rides to overseas adventures and triathlons to parachute jumps.