Peak Resilience Trek: Mount Kilimanjaro

September 15-28, 2027

Mount Kilimanjaro: A Unique Summit Experience

It’s one of the few places on Earth where you can start your trek among tropical forest primates and finish above the clouds on a glacier. That dramatic transition is part of what makes Kilimanjaro such an extraordinary natural experience.

The Machame climb will last 7-days, followed by an optional 3-day safari. You’ll relax in an open-air vehicle while highly trained guides take you through the plains of Africa, where you’re almost guaranteed to see
“The Big Five” animals in their natural habitat.

Mount Kilimanjaro: one of the few places on Earth where you can start your trek among tropical forest primates and finish above the clouds on a glacier. That dramatic transition is part of what makes Kilimanjaro such an extraordinary natural experience.

Challenge Level 3

This adventure is an incredible test of your resilience. Between the altitude, elevation gains and mountain lifestyle, you’ll be challenged, grow stronger along the way, and be inspired by the unique summit experience.

Location

Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa

Mileage & Elevation

?? Miles, 19,341 feet of elevation; roughly a 14k gain over 7 days

Number of Participants

Trip Training

We train you to be ready for this! Group training is included in the price and begins and begins 12 weeks prior to our departure. You'll connect with fellow travelers while becoming physically and mentally prepared for our adventure.
For more details about trip training >

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This climb will challenge you to your core, both physically and mentally, but nothing will feel as good as gazing down from 19,341 feet to see the glaciers and clouds you just overcame. After 8 days of hiking, you can then settle in and enjoy a 3-day Safari where the “Big 5” will be all around you for prime photo opportunities. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you do not want to miss!

short, long, safari?

September 15: Fly into Moshi, Tanzania

Trip Itinerary

September 15, 2027

Day 1
Depart/travel to Tanzania

September 16, 2027

Day 2

Luxury accommodations before climb

September 17, 2027

Day 3

Relaxation, connecting and dipping pool at hotel

Sept 18-24, 2027

7-day Machame climb

Sept 25-27
2027

3-day Safari
Lessons from the mountain debrief

September 28, 2027

Depart Tanzania

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Important Dates

Day 1: You Commit!

Look in mirror. Take a deep breath, register, pay deposit. Your spot is held!

January 15, 2027

Early bird special pricing ends. Save $500 if you pay the $750 deposit on or before this date.

February 15, 2027

50% payment due. You’re feeling partially locked in now.

May 10, 2027

Final payment due. OMG. Not much room to back out now.

May 15, 2027

Reality sets in. Training Begins. Watch scenes from “Dodgeball” for comedic relief and “Rocky” for motivation. Weekly or bi-monthly zoom calls.

June 30, 2027
(11 Weeks Prior)

You almost faint on the toilet one morning, and its not hot flashes. Its hitting you. You’re doing this!

July 21, 2027

8 weeks to go…

April 25, 2027
GO Time

Get on plane to Moshi, Tanzania

$7,295*

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PAY DEPOSIT: $750

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* All pricing based on double occupancy

*Please see below for payment and refund policy

Early Bird Discount

Pay the $750 deposit to secure your spot before January 15, 2027 to receive $500 off the first payment. Instead of paying $?? on February 15, 2027, you’ll pay only $??.

Payment Policy

In order to secure your reservation a NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $750 is due at time of booking. All guests with unpaid balances will receive an email reminder with a payment link before Balance Due deadlines.

The remaining balance of the trip is due as stated below:

AMOUNT DUE

BALANCE DUE DEADLINE

50% of Trip Balance ($2973??)

February 15, 2027

Total Remaining Trip Balance ($2973??)

May 10, 2027

Unfortunately, for any balance not paid in full at deadline, trip will be forfeited with no refund.
Reservations made after Total Remaining Trip Balance deadline (shown above) will need to be paid in full upon time of reservation.

Refund Policy

Deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE. We strongly encourage you to secure travelers insurance.
Refunds will be given as noted below:

REFUND AMOUNT

Full Trip Cost Less Deposit

121+ days prior to arrival

50% Trip Cost Less Deposit

91- 120 days prior to arrival

No Refund

90 days or less prior to arrival

Cancellations by bU Adventures:

bU Adventures requires a minimum number of guests before confirming a departure. This trip requires 8 guests to run the trip. A trip is confirmed as soon as our minimum guest count is met.

We reserve the right to cancel trips with inadequate participant attendance, in which case all money paid to bU Adventures will be fully refunded.

Do not book any airfare or travel before your trip is confirmed.

What's included on the Hike

7-day/6 night on mountain Machame Route
2 nights at a luxury hotel before the climb
1 luxury recovery night after the climb
Incredible chef-inspired meals
Hot packs each evening on the mountain
Private airport transfers
KPAP-certified guiding company
Oxygen, pulse oximeters, safety equipment with twice daily oxygen and blood pressure checks
Premium camping equipment including mattresses
Weekly Pre-trip Training Program (12-16 weeks) included. 16 zoom calls with team to cover:
- Gear consultations
- Nutrition/Hydration guidance
- Physical and mental training
- Altitude and temperature preparation
Community before departure – get to know your companions
Celebration dinner
Small group (10–14)

What's included in the Safari

3 nights in luxury accommodations
3 days in open air vehicle on safari
All meals???

What's NOT included

Airfare to/from Moshi, Tanzania
Personal items
Alcoholic or additional food items
Expenses of personal nature (gifts, laundry, telephone/fax calls, camera/video fees, shopping, etc.)
Gratuities for services, porters, guides
Any massages or services after hike
Insurance coverage of any kind / medical expenses including air medevac, medical and hospitalization expenses, force majeur, emergencies arising from natural and unnatural situation.