The Basics
- What: Kilimanjaro Trek
- When: 16th -26th September 2021
- Challenge Duration: 11 days
- Challenge Distance: Approx. 66km
- Challenge Grading: Extreme
About The Challenge
It is a magnet for trekkers and one of the most impressive charity events on offer! For 2020 this was sold out quickly so book soon to avoid disappointment.
Its snow-capped summit rises high above the dusty African plains; huge permanent glaciers flow down from the summit, spectacular views and beautiful ice formations are the reward for pushing our limits both physically and mentally on this, the mightiest of charity challenges.
This is a tough trek in the world of charity challenge events which follows the beautiful Machame Route, approaching Kilimanjaro from the south. Our route has been designed allowing gradual acclimatisation to the altitude – with an extra day included from the more traditional Machame Route, this gives us the platform for summit success. With our exceptional support and care combined with highly trained leaders and medics, we will achieve and conquer the toughest of treks together as one.
Our trek for charity takes us through dense tropical rainforest, moorland and scree until we reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point. This is one of the most challenging charity treks at altitude, climbing one of the most impressive mountains in the world. On reaching the summit we will feel a sense of overwhelming achievement – a truly unforgettable charity challenge with exceptional support and encouragement.
Funding The Challenge
Minimum Sponsorship – This option means that the cost of your challenge is included in your fundraising target. You must raise the minimum amount set for the challenge which includes the cost and a donation for the charity; any additional funds raised above the target will be an additional donation for the charity. When you sign up for the challenge you will be asked to pay a non-refundable registration fee directly to Global Adventure Challenges. You will be asked to commit to raising the minimum sponsorship and sign a fundraising agreement by the charity. All of your sponsorship money will be paid to the charity who will be invoiced for the cost of your challenge. We ask that 80% of your sponsorship is received approximately 10 weeks before departure. We then ask that the remaining 20% is received no later than 4 weeks following your return from the challenge. You will receive full support from the charity to assist you with your fundraising, including advice, inspiration, materials and regular updates.
Self-Funding – This option enables you to fund the entire challenge yourself, meaning you do not have to commit to raising a set amount. When you sign up for your challenge you will be asked to pay a non-refundable registration fee directly to Global Adventure Challenges, and you will then be invoiced for remaining balance 10 weeks prior to departure. The balance will need to be paid no later than 8 weeks before departure. As a charity we would like to encourage you to raise as much as possible to support Cornwall Air Ambulance and help us continue to save lives. You will receive full support from the charity to assist you with your fundraising, including advice, inspiration, materials and regular updates.
Minimum Sponsorship:
- Registration Fee £399
- Minimum Sponsorship £4538
- Airport Tax & Fuel Contribution £250
Self-Funding:
- Registration Fee £399
- Self-Funding £2269
- Airport Tax & Fuel Contribution £250
You can download our fundraising pack with advice and information here: Challenge Fundraising Pack
Download a full itinerary and brochure: Kilimanjaro Brochure
Click the link here to view a video of this fantastic challenge: Kilimanjaro Challenge
Register for the challenge here! (Remember to select Cornwall Air Ambulance as your chosen charity)
If you have any further questions please contact Sarah Walker on sarah.walker@cornwallairambulancetrust.org or 01637 889926.
