Kathy Loper presents 11th annual 

Kilimanjaro Marathon,
Half Marathon, & 5K Tour
Feb 22 - Mar 11, 2013
 
zebras  

Authentic Tented Camping Safari/Run & optional Trek
with Kathy Loper and Kurt Bodmer

 giraffe near Mt. Kilimanjaro
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    Run the villages & farms at the foot of Africa's mighty Mt. Kilimanjaro

  Gordy's Kilimanjaro slide show

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Available Kilimanjaro Options:

Authentic Tented Camping Safari Includes:

  • Air fare from the Minneapolis, MN, USA to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) in Tanzania and back.
  • One way flight from Serengeti to Arusha.
  • Airport transfer from Kili airport to Arusha.
  • Airport transfer from Keys hotel to JRO Airport.
  • Baggage handling at airports/hotels.
  • 10 Nights accommodations in Tanzania (basis share double/twin), and all meals.
  • All park entry fees.
  • Services of local driver-guides in private vehicles on safari.
  • Safari game drives as shown (every KLE participant has a window seat!).
  • Special Lunch at Stiggy's restaurant in Arusha.
  • Kilimanjaro Marathon/Half Marathon/5K entry fee & goodie bag / finisher medal for Full and Half. We will automatically register you for the event.
  • Bottled water on the safari vehicle (two bottles per day per person).
  • Pasta dinner on the two nights prior to the race, and full race briefing.
  • Farewell Happy Hour and special BBQ Dinner.
  • Tipping on included services.

Official race website: www.kilimanjaromarathon.com.

Style of Authentic Camping Safari:

Mobile camps allow total flexibility in terms of the areas chosen to visit, as well as the campsite selection itself. In conjunction with our guests requirements, we will design an itinerary that follows their desires, whether it be tracking the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti, or doing some walking, or to simply enjoy Africa at its best!

Our safaris travel into the best areas of this game-packed region, camping amongst the Big Five with the sounds of the African bush all around. Camping is a perfect way to get close to nature, but with our style of trip you don't miss out on the comforts! And all the tedious daily chores are taken care of by our crew, who travel ahead and prepare the camp for you (and put the kettle on) allowing you maximum time to enjoy the bush. The ultimate in mobile camping style, with great flexibility in terms of camps etc, yet with a higher level of comfort than our standard trips. No noisy lodges surrounded by others, you awake to the sounds of the birds in the morning, and go to sleep with the sound of distant lions.

We use private campsites, with a bush shower and mobile bush toilet that are EN SUITE to your tent (open air shower & loo, but secured and private) and our friendly crew sets up your campsite ahead of your arrival. You will travel with your driver guide in a separate safari vehicle.

Equipment provided: Safari tent
  • Insect-proof, LARGE spacious walk-in large dome tents (3.5m x 3.5m x 1.9m) with shower/toilet per tent
  • Mess / Dining tent with table for meal-times
  • Fridge and/or cool box
  • Comfortable camp beds & mattresses
  • Pillows and towels
  • Bedding - sleeping bag and liner
  • Comfortable safari chairs & table
  • Lanterns
  • All cutlery, crockery, glassware, tablecloths etc
  • Bush shower & toilet as necessary - for the group
  • Wash stands
Staff:
  • Services of a professionally trained driver-guide
  • Cook
  • Camp Assistant (one or two depending on group size)
  • Support vehicle driver
Vehicles:
  • Transport in custom-built 4x4 safari vehicles, maximum 5-7 persons per vehicle - generally landcruiser or landrover
  • Game viewing hatches in roof
  • Every person has a window seat!
  • Separate support vehicle for camping equipment and camp staff.
Campsites used:
  • Private site, and water is brought to the camp by the camp crew but may be limited in some areas due to logistics and distances.
  • All meals on safari with multi-courses
  • Bottled water supplied on camping nights
  • All park fees, camping fees and vehicle fees
  • Back up office with 24 hour contact numbers for emergencies

Mt. Kilimanjaro Trek - Optional 6-Day Top of Kili Trek Extension includes:

  • Accommodations, meals, all porters, guides, park fees, camping fees, and mountain rescue while doing the trek. Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport.
  • Detailed itinerary and information pack - medical list, equipment list, etc. T-shirt and Top of Kili Trekking Certificate.
  • Mountain Rescue Insurance.
  • "Mission Accomplished" special Happy Hour and BBQ Dinner.
Itinerary for Optional Trek
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Not included in Tours or Options:

  • US and International air taxes and fuel surcharges on NW/KL air ticket (currently approx $148 and $240, amounts fluctuate).
  • US Passport fee (must have a valid US passport valid to at least 30Sep2013).
  • Tanzania Tourist Visa Fee of US$100.00 on arrival. Visa application form will be provided.
  • All drinks drinks at camps and on safari except for bottled water.
  • Equipment rental, travel protection insurance, visas, and health requirements.
  • Personal telephone calls, taxis, any other excursions outside of the itinerary.
  • Optional balloon safari - must be pre-purchased in the US.
  • Items of a personal nature and any services not specified.
  • Tips to Mt. Kili Trek guides/porters (compulsory tip on trek USD 140 per person).
  • Cancellation Travel interruption and Medical Insurance. Available on request.
Inoculations: None required. Yellow fever certificate also no longer required, but recommended. Malaria prophylactics are highly recommended, although not required.
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