Trek to the Roof of Africa
Trekking
Our return to Kili! One of the world’s most challenging mountain treks and one of our most popular adventures. We’ll trek through rainforests, meadows, moorlands, via mountain huts, and up through “The Saddle” before the final ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
Level: This challenge is an EXTREME test of our fitness at high altitude, but achievable by anyone in good health and willing to train for a minimum of 3 months to build fitness and stamina. We run a variety of free, weekly training sessions that we encourage you to join before the challenge.
No. of participants: Max. 25
TOTAL COST: AED15,500, which includes an admin fee of AED500 to Gulf for Good and a minimum charity donation of AED5,000
Either pay at once or opt for our easy installment plan below.
Payment deadlines:
- AED1,000 (USD275) - Deposit toward Challenge Expenses (non-refundable and non-transferable) due to Gulf for Good to reserve your space on the challenge
- AED 4,500 (USD1,225) - 50% remaining balance towards Challenge Expenses due to Gulf for Good 2 months prior to challenge date
- AED 4,500 (USD1,225) - 50% final balance towards Challenge Expenses due to Gulf for Good 1 month prior to challenge date
- AED 5,000 (USD1,360) - Minimum Charity Donation due to International Humanitarian City 2 weeks prior to challenge date
(USD 1 = AED 3.67)
Not included: Flights, visas, vaccinations, insurance, kit items, drinks (other than water), tips, and spending money.
Assistance provided in advance by Gulf for Good: Fund-raising approval and ideas; training & fitness sessions, advice, and discounts with partner gyms; discounts on kit items with partners; safety & medical advice; clothing & equipment advice.
What Gulf for Good provides on the challenge: Internal transfers, hotels (on a double-occupancy basis), food, guides, medical & vehicle back-up.
Leave behind your day-to-day problems and instead come armed with determination and a sense of humour!
This challenge will only go ahead with a minimum of 10 trekkers. The challenge costs are based on 10 pax or more.
This event is pending approval by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department *License number TBC
