Category Archives: Tanzania

Kilimanjaro Marathon February 2010

Posted on July 29, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

The Kilimanjaro Marathon is scheduled for February 28, 2010. There is a full marathon, a half-marathon, and 5k fun run, so there is something for everyone. The course starts and ends in the town of Moshi and goes uphill towards … Continue reading →

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Gary and Barbara Coombs Climb Kilimanjaro to Raise Money for Moshi Children

Posted on July 28, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

In August 2009, Gary and Barbara Coombs of Swindon, Great Britain (UK) will be climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro (5,895m or 19,340ft) on the 7-day Machame Route.  Gary and Barbara were already planning the adventure of a lifetime but were further inspired … Continue reading →

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Packing Tips for Kilimanjaro

Posted on June 25, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

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

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

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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Fly-in Luxury Safari

Posted on May 22, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

I am really excited about our latest luxury safari addition!  In this 7-night luxury fly-in Tanzania safari, you stay at the very best luxury accommodations in northern Tanzania, and you will fly between each of the national parks. Accommodations include … Continue reading →

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Tanzania Laptop Cooperative (TLC)

Posted on May 15, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

Have an old laptop?  Donate it with some TLC!  The Tanzania Laptop Cooperative, that is…. As a recent college graduate, Dan Thorngren knows how critical a personal computer can be for academic success.  After living in Tanzania during summer 2007, … Continue reading →

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100 Best Worldwide Vacations to Enrich Your Life

Posted on April 17, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

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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Pencils for Africa

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

The children of Tanzania made such an impression on Lara and Joshua Wachs that they have started a Facebook page, called Pencils for Africa, to donate ONE MILLION PENCILS to schoolchildren in Tanzania. Word on Facebook spread quickly.  Donations of … Continue reading →

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New Kilimanjaro Charity Climbs for 2009

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

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

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

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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