Category Archives: Kilimanjaro

Packing Tips for Kilimanjaro

Some of our most frequently asked questions are about what to pack, particularly for Kilimanjaro.  Here is my favorite advice. See our full Kilimanjaro Packing List >> Balaclava A balaclava is a thing that covers your neck and goes up … Continue reading

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Favorite Moments in Tanzania from AWR Clients

While on safari, I would have to say seeing 4 lionnesses move stealthily, try and hunt down a wildebeast during sundown was exceptional. Although they didn’t get them this time, just seeing them in action was amazing. Also, catching the … Continue reading

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100 Best Worldwide Vacations to Enrich Your Life

Adventures Within Reach is listed in The 100 Best Worldwide Vacations to Enrich Your Life by Pam Grout.  The trip that is highlighted is our Tanzania volunteer trip, which includes Cleaning up trash while climbing Kilimanjaro Going on safari in … Continue reading

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New Kilimanjaro Charity Climbs for 2009

Thanks to Cheryl Cole and eight other British celebrities, who raised million of dollars through their Comic Relief charity climb, climbing Kilimanjaro for charity is the new hot travel activity! 2009 Kilimanjaro Charity Climbs In honor of their incredible achievement, … Continue reading

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Group Trekking

Interesting in joining a group for an amazing trek?  We have dozens of confirmed treks for 2009.  Remember you can also start a trek on any day of the year and customize it to meet your interests! Inca Trail Trek, … Continue reading

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$100 off Kilimanjaro treks booked in January 2009

Don’t let the bad economy ruin your dream to climb Kilimanjaro….  Reserve your Kilimanjaro trek by January 31, 2009, and we will take $100 off the price!  This discount applies to any route 5 days or longer but only to … Continue reading

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Kilimanjaro and Tanzania Safari Video

A big thanks to Timothy O’Shea Photography for the great video from a Kilimanjaro trek and safari from July/August 2008!  Great shots of the summit and the amazing African wildlife! http://timpix.com/Site/My_Albums/Pages/Multi-Media.html#0

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Give the Gift of Adventure or Giving Back

Adventure all wrapped up! Is there someone on your Christmas list that likes adventure?  How about someone who is impossible to buy for?  Or maybe someone who cannot fit even one more thing into their tiny apartment? If you know … Continue reading

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Travel Calendar

Here is a great calendar for planning your trip at just the right time! JANUARY Tanzania: Peak migration in southern Serengeti Galapagos: Green sea turtles begin egg laying FEBRUARY Tanzania: Sauti za Busara Swahili Music and Cultural Festival in Zanzibar … Continue reading

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Debunking the $1000 Kilimanjaro Trek

I recently talked to someone who was bragging about paying $1000 for a 6-day Machame trek.  The climbing team had 22 guides and porters for the 4 clients.  Yes, that seems like a great deal to the client, but let’s … Continue reading

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