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Information Pack 2016Mount KilimanjaroMachame Route22: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWHAT LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?Kilimanjaro is a trekking peak, which means you will not need any technical climbingskills or training to reach the summit. Our team will follow an established trekkingroute, and our guides will take the lead. We advise that all clients haveexperience of hill walking in the UK, and are comfortable hiking for up to 6 hours perday with a 5-10 kg pack.HOW FIT DO I NEED TO BE?All participants should be in very good physical condition, preferably able to trek for 6 hours per day at areasonable pace. You will spend prolonged periods at altitude during the climb, and the effects of this are notto be underestimated. We allow for plenty of time to acclimatise, however we do recommend you consult withyour GP if you are unsure.All participants with pre-existing medical conditions will be asked to complete a medical questionnaire with theirGP.DO I NEED ANY SPECIALIST KIT?The right kit can be the difference between a successful climb and one that ends early. Take a look at the kit listin this information pack for more details on the gear we recommend. Selected items are available for hire.WILL I NEED ANY VACCINATIONS?The NHS recommends a course of anti-malarial medication, along with up-to-dateprimary courses & boosters. Vaccinations against cholera, hepatitis B, rabies andYellow Fever should also be considered. Please refer to the NHS Fit for Travel websitefor more information.HOW MUCH SHOULD I BUDGET FOR THIS ADVENTURE?You will need to cover the cost of your visa ($40), vaccinations (est. £100-300) and insurance (Rare Carepolicy £94, other policies are available). You will also need to purchase kit and accessories (cost variesdepending on personal preference). All transfers and accommodation in the itinerary are included, along with allmeals in Moshi and on the mountain. You will need personal spending money for souvenirs & alcoholic drinks,plus your tips for the crew, extra snacks, and any additional travel you choose to undertake. We recommendan amount between £250-500 ($385-770).CAN I BOOK MY OWN FLIGHTS?You are able to book a land-only adventure through Rare Adventures and meet ourteam in Moshi before the climb. You can fly directly to Kilimanjaro InternationalAirport (JRO) or to Dar es Salaam (DAR) and transfer to Moshi. Please see theBooking Your Own Flights section of this information pack for more details.Rare Adventures LtdUnit 15, City Business CentreLondon SE16 2XBwww.rareadventures.co.ukinfo@rareadventures.co.uk+44(0)20 347 55009
Information Pack 2016Mount KilimanjaroMachame Route23: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWHAT IS THE FOOD LIKE?At altitude, your body burns far more calories than at sea level. During the climb, we will have a dedicated cookwith the team, who will prepare 3 fresh meals a day. Your meals will be high in carbs and calories, consistingmostly of pasta, soups, stews and fruit. During the climb, you will find that the guides and crew will encourageyou to eat as much as you can – even if you’re not hungry. This helps counter the effects of altitude andincreases your chances of success on summit night. It’s not unusual for some of our clients to return from aclimb saying they’ve put on weight rather than lost it!If you have any specific dietary requirements, our team can make reasonable adjustments to cater for this. Whensigning up, please specify your individual needs.After the climb, we will be treated to a celebratory meal back at the hotel, where you can toast your success withyour team-mates and friends.WHAT WEATHER SHOULD I EXPECT?Mountain weather can be a law unto itself, and Kilimanjaro is no different. At lowerelevations, it will be warm enough to hike in a light shirt, while Barranco Camp andabove could see temperatures drop below freezing. During our summit attempttemperatures will be at their lowest – potentially -20°C. Please review the kit list in thisinformation pack for a guide on what to pack.HOW MANY GUIDES AND CREW WILL THERE BE?The group will be accompanied at all times by our head guide, who will have overall command of the climb.There will also be a team of assistant guides, porters and the team cook.During the summit attempt, we ensure a minimum ratio of 1 crew member to every 3 clients. This ensures thatshould anyone decide to turn back, there will be someone available to escort them back to Barafu Camp.WHAT PAPERWORK DO I NEED?You will need to obtain the following documents in order to take part in the Kilimanjaroclimb:A Tanzanian visaA Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (if spending more than 12 hours in Kenya)A valid travel insurance certificateA completed medical form (if you have declared any medical conditions during registration)We can provide you with the required documentation for your visa application. If you declare during registrationfor the trip that you have a pre-existing medical condition, you will automatically be emailed a medical form tocomplete.Rare Adventures LtdUnit 15, City Business CentreLondon SE16 2XBwww.rareadventures.co.ukinfo@rareadventures.co.uk+44(0)20 347 55009
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