2024 Kilimanjaro Vision Trip
Here's everything you need to know for this epic adventure!
You'll walk away changed and you'll change lives in the process.
The Vision Trip
Join Team World Vision as we adventure together to Africa on a two-week trip to climb Mount Kilimanjaro! After the climb, we'll take an incredible vision trip to see World Vision's clean water projects and community development programs in East Africa, and we'll also spend time with sponsored children and their families.
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is no small feat; it’s Africa’s highest pinnacle and it’s also the highest free-standing mountain in the world, sitting at 19,341 feet (5,895 m). Our team will start our way up Mount Kilimanjaro at the end of June to go on a six-day climb, ascending the mountain from the north side via the Rongai route. This route retains a sense of untouched wilderness as its starting point is just south of the Kenya-Tanzania border. There are magnificent views to behold as you approach the summit—close to the heavens. The top of Kilimanjaro provides spectacular views of the never-ending Serengeti plains.
Reaching the summit is just part one of this epic two-week trip. After the climb, we ascend the mountain and split into two teams to make a trip to experience World Vision’s work and impact.
TRAINING PLANS
Base Training (build up to 5K): Starts Monday, January 22
18-Week Official Kilimanjaro Training: Starts Monday, March 18
18-Week Kilimanjaro Training Plan Benchmarks
Week 5 workout: 3 mile run (12 min. miles) & 45’ stairs/hike[1] with pack in 1.5 hours
Week 10 workout: 6 mile run (12 min. miles) & 60’ stairs/hike[1] with 5-10 lbs. in pack in 2.5 hours
Week 15 workout: 9 mile run (12 min. miles) & 90’ stairs/hike[1] with 10-20 lbs. in pack in 3.5 hours
[1] Either hiking outside on trails up and down hills, or climbing up and down stairs for the allotted time. If neither is an option, the Stairmaster/Stepmill at the gym is a great alternative option. If you’re using a Stairmaster/Stepmill, we recommend using it on a level between a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 9 (roughly 3-5 floors/minute)
Child Sponsorship
World Vision works alongside community members and leaders to address their unique needs and to help their community thrive. By sponsoring a child, you’re providing them with:
Clean Water & Sanitation This means access to safe water, training community members to maintain wells and water pumps, building latrines, and training community members to improve hygiene practices.
Education World Vision’s education projects include school fees, books, uniforms, classroom repairs, restored schools and training for teachers and parents provide a child with opportunities for the future.
Nutritious Food World Vision goes beyond food distribution by focusing on creating sustainable food supplies through agricultural programs and improved nutrition and training.
Health Care Your child sponsorship provides access to things like medical clinics, vaccinations, training in disease prevention and other health care programs.
Economic Development Microloans and business training enable families to build a better future for children.
Child Protection World Vision advocates for child rights and encourages children to speak up against abuse and injustice.
Individual Sponsorship Goals
60 New Child Sponsorships = Secure 1 of only 20 entries to Kilimanjaro
And get all of the above and have your entire trip costs paid for by World Vision!
100 New Child Sponsorships = Big Dream Goal for every team member
Tentative Itinerary and Fees
Team World Vision will secure all the booking for flights, hotels, and travel, and will cover all meals. Registration for the trip requires a $650 initial non-refundable deposit. The estimated total cost of the trip is between $7,000—$7,500, (cost estimates based on flights from Chicago).
Sun, July 21: Church Chosen launch (where applicable)
Mon, July 22: Depart from U.S. early Saturday morning from Chicago
Tues, July 23: Arrive in Arusha, overnight
Wed, July 24: Day 1 Climbing | Starting at Rongai gate and ending at Simba Camp
Thurs, July 25: Starting at Simba Camp (2,800 m) and ending at Kikelewa Camp (3,600 m)
Fri, July 26: Starting at Kikelewa Camp (3,600 m) and ending at Mawenzi Tam Hut (4,330 m)
Sat, July 27: Leaving Mawenzi Tam Hut (4,330 m) and arriving early to Kibo Camp (4,700 m)
Sun, July 28: Leave Kibo and summit at Uhuru Peak (5,895 m)! Descent to Horombo Hut (3,720 m)
Mon, July 29: Descend Horombo Hut down to Marangu Gate (1,843 m) to Lodge
Tues, July 30: Rest Day, Team Celebration and Awards Ceremony. Late afternoon travel to other parts of Tanzania for pastors attending choosing party
Wed, July 31: Choosing party in Tanzania; Others split, travel to visit World Vision’s work in East Africa
Thurs, August 1: Return to city center & evening departure for pastors / World Vision AP Visit
Fri, August 2: Arrive back in U.S. for pastors / World Vision AP Visit
Sat, August 3: World Vision AP Visit
Sun, August 4: Return to major city centers, evening departure to U.S.
Mon, August 5: Arrive back in U.S.
Join the 2024 Kilimanjaro Vision Trip Team
Please fill in the form below to let us know of your interest to join the team! We will get back to you shortly.
For questions, please reach out to Juampa Martinez.
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