Trek Kilimanjaro

Take on Africa’s highest mountain and conquer the 5,895m summit of Kilimanjaro for Macmillan. A classic charity challenge, it’s an unforgettable achievement made even more rewarding by supporting a great cause. Climb with friends, family or solo, and join a group of like-minded adventurers along the way.

Follow the spectacular Lemosho route, from lush rainforests to the icy summit, with expert support from Action Challenge’s UK-qualified mountain leader and medic, alongside an experienced local crew. Flights, hotels, camping equipment, meals, permits and more are included.

This is an Open Challenge, so other participants may be fundraising for different charities. 

Payment packages

There are multiple payment options for this challenge. Please view the trip provider Action Challenge’s Kilimanjaro brochure for full details on the payment options available. The balance of your package will be due 12 weeks before you depart.

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This Kilimanjaro Trek is graded as tough. You will be waking up early in the mornings and trekking for long distances each day, so ensuring that you have a good level of fitness and stamina before you depart is key. You will trek through different eco-systems on your ascent up the mountain, on overgrown forest paths, moorland, rocky trail and scree. 

Your challenge will be led by an experienced Action Challenge leader. Our leaders are selected for their experience, knowledge, enthusiasm, sensitivity and sense of humour, and will ensure that your trip runs smoothly. You will also be accompanied by an Action Challenge doctor, who will be carrying a fully stocked medical kit in case of any emergency. They will carry out daily health checks, and the re-assurance of their presence should allow you to focus on, and enjoy your challenge!

The pace will always be slow, steady and manageable. A slow and manageable pace is a key part of good, safe acclimatisation. Your action challenge leader, uk medic and head local guide will together decide the best pace for the group. Remember there’ll always also be time to stop and take in the views, eat a snack or change a layer.

For questions regarding accessibility at this event please contact the event organisers.

By joining us you'll know that you're helping improve the lives of people living with cancer in the UK today.