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Information Pack 2016Mount KilimanjaroMachame Route24: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSCAN I RECHARGE MY PHONE / MP3 PLAYER DURING THE CLIMB?Mount Kilimanjaro is a national park, and has a very basic infrastructure. You will be camping each night on themountain, with no access to mains power. We recommend trying to conserve camera battery, and saving thatlast bit of juice in your MP3 player for summit night. You can buy a solar charger to bring with you, which shouldprovide some extra power. Bear in mind that the cold temperatures at higher altitudes will drain your batteriesmuch more quickly than at sea level, so try to carry your personal electronic devices in an inside pocket to keepthem warm.CAN I SHOWER OR WASH CLOTHES DURING THE CLIMB?Each morning our team of porters will bring some tea or coffee to your tent, along witha bowl of warm water so you can have a wash. Facilities will be basic duringthe climb, so we recommend packing some baby wipes to freshen up along the way.Dirty clothes can be washed back at the hotel in Moshi, on our return from the summit.WHERE CAN I GET CASH OR CHANGE MONEY?You can withdraw cash from one of the many ATMs in Moshi town. Please remember that your bank maycharge a transaction fee on this, sometimes as much as 5%. If you bring pounds sterling or American dollars,these can be changed into Tanzanian shillings at an exchange office in Moshi, or at the hotel. Remember to tellyour bank you will be travelling.CAN I LEAVE SOME LUGGAGE IN MOSHI?If you are planning on travelling after the climb, and don’t want to take your clothes for this with you,there are left-luggage facilities available at the team hotel in Moshi at no extra cost.HOW MUCH BAGGAGE CAN I TAKE ON THE CLIMB?During the climb, a porter will carry your main bag, while you will carry your day pack with your water,snacks, camera and other personal items. Your main bag should weigh no more than 10 kg, while wedon’t recommend carrying a day bag of more than 5 kg. Please see our kit list for more information on what totake.IS TANZANIA SAFE?Tanzania is one of the most welcoming countries in East Africa, and our itinerary is fullyrisk assessed and regularly monitored. We always follow the advice of the BritishForeign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) and other sources. For more information, seehttps://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tanzaniaAvoid travelling on your own, or at night in larger cities. Petty crime can occur here,much like anywhere else in the world, so avoid flaunting expensive items such ascameras, jewellery or mobile phones.Rare Adventures LtdUnit 15, City Business CentreLondon SE16 2XBwww.rareadventures.co.ukinfo@rareadventures.co.uk+44(0)20 347 55009
Information Pack 2016Mount KilimanjaroMachame Route25: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWHAT TRAVEL INSURANCE DO I NEED?All clients taking part in the Mount Kilimanjaro climb must provide a copy of their travelinsurance certificate to Rare Adventures. Each policy must cover: Trekking up to 6,000 metres Helicopter rescue Injury, death and medical repatriation Cover for personal items such as MP3 players and camerasRare Adventures is able to offer a competitively priced insurance policy which is suitable for the MountKilimanjaro trek. For more details, contact us on +44(0)20 347 55009, quoting Rare Care, or see the Insurancesection of this information pack.WHAT ARE COMMUNICATIONS LIKE DURING THE CLIMB?There is mobile phone coverage from Moshi to Barafu Camp. Some networks have coverage as high as StellaPoint, and in some cases on the summit itself, although this shouldn’t be relied upon. Depending on whichnetwork you use, there is likely to be limited data signal for internet usage. As with all foreign travel, please beaware of the potential costs of roaming when making and receiving calls.WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?Included: International return flights to Tanzania (excluding selffundedoption) Experienced English-speaking guides All meals, transfers & accommodation on Days 1 - 8 Bottled water during Day 1 of the trek; safe, purifiedwater during all other days All park fees, taxes & permits as required for theabove itinerary Tents during the trek Hotel accommodation on twin shared room basis,where specified Fully supported emergency procedures & 24/7support line First Aid kit All porter servicesNot included: Tanzanian visa Personal expenditure (telephone, laundry, shoppingand so on) Tips for guides, porters & cooks. We recommend youbudget £50 ($80) for this Beverages & alcoholic drinks Personal camping equipment, including sleeping bag,sleeping mattress Additional hotel stays in-country & extra travel Equipment hire Any other service not clearly mentioned on theitinerary & trip-inclusive portion Activities undertaken as part of independent travelRare Adventures LtdUnit 15, City Business CentreLondon SE16 2XBwww.rareadventures.co.ukinfo@rareadventures.co.uk+44(0)20 347 55009
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