Trek Kilimanjaro 2010

TREK KILIMANJARO 2010

Trek Kilimanjaro

Have you ever imagined watching the sunrise from the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, African's highest mountain?  In 2010 Co-operation Ireland could help turn your dream to reality.  On 1 October, Team Co-operation Ireland is heading out to Tanzania to take on, what is known as one of lifes greatest challenges.

Mount Kilimanjaro standing at 5895 metres, is a tough challenge, but an incredible achievement and highly recommended by everyone who has ever taken it on.

Safety is of utmost importance to Co-operation Ireland and we have booked the trek through Classic Tours who are an experienced tour operator for this event.

Trek Kilimanjaro has been organised through the specialised outdoor activities tour operator, Classic Tours. Here are some initial details:

Mount Kilimanjaro, at 5895m (19,340ft) is Africa's highest mountain; it is a major attraction for mountaineers. Very warm clothes are required for the last section of the climb. The ascent takes about six days, allowing for time to acclimatise before tackling the final trek to the summit.

Within Tanzania's national parks, which extend over some 33,660 sq km (13,000 sq miles), can be found one of the largest, wildest animal populations in the world. The parks play host to wildebeest, monkey, antelope, lion, cheetah, crocodile, gazelle and flamingo to name but a few. It offers some of the best wildlife spotting opportunities on the continent. The Selous Game Reserve is larger than Switzerland and covers one sixth of Tanzania's land surface.

FULL INFORMATION at  www.cooperationreland.org