Mixed Group Kilimanjaro (October 16th - October 25th 2026)

Ever since Team GC was founded, the Kilimanjaro expedition has been our flagship. It’s the journey that shaped our ethos, our standards, and our belief that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things with the right support.

In October 2026, we return once again — and this year’s climb is set to be one of our most powerful yet.

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Over eight days, we’ll tackle the Lemosho Route, known as one of the most scenic, least crowded, and highest-success trails on Kilimanjaro. The route gives you time to acclimatise properly and experience the mountain’s full range of ecosystems: montane rainforest, heather and moorland, alpine desert, and the stark, high-altitude arctic zone near the summit.

Kilimanjaro stands at 5,895m, making Uhuru Peak the highest point in Africa and the world’s tallest free-standing mountain.

“EIGHT DAYS TO THE ROOF OF AFRICA…”

Weather in mid–late October:
This period falls at the end of Tanzania’s dry season, just before the short rains begin.

Expect:
• Dry but cool days at lower elevations (15–20°C)
• Cold nights higher up (down to -5°C or lower)
• Summit temperatures well below freezing with windchill
• Generally clearer skies earlier in the week, with cloud build-up possible by late afternoon

It’s an excellent weather window for climbing — stable enough for good summit chances, with far fewer crowds than the July–August peak season.

The Journey
Your trek begins in the western forests of the mountain, an area known for colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, turacos, and rich volcanic soil. As the trail gains altitude, the environment shifts quickly: from dense rainforest to moorlands dotted with giant groundsels and senecios — species that grow only on East African mountains. Higher up, the scenery opens into vast alpine desert, where the air is thin, the temperatures drop sharply, and Kibo’s glaciers come into view.

Camp life is simple, structured, and surprisingly fun: hot meals prepared by our mountain team, daily health checks, clear briefings, and the shared sense of “we’re all in this together.” Our local guides bring decades of combined experience and often share stories about the mountain’s history and the traditions of the Chagga people, who have lived around Kilimanjaro for over 300 years.

The Challenge
Kilimanjaro is not a technical mountain, but it demands consistent effort:
• 5–8 hours of trekking per day
• Increasing altitude with each camp
• A summit push that starts around midnight
The ascent to Uhuru Peak is a slow, steady climb across scree and switchbacks, arriving at the summit around sunrise. Seeing the first light hit the crater rim — after days of effort — is a moment that stays with you long after the descent.

This expedition is for anyone ready to be tested physically and mentally, supported by a strong team and a proven, high-success route. It’s the embodiment of what Team GC stands for: resilience, community, and the belief that ordinary people can stand on the Roof of Africa.

A true flagship adventure — and one of the most unforgettable challenges you’ll ever take on.

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