Climb for Conservation

Zoo New England is inviting 12-16 climbers to raise funds and join us as we travel to Tanzania, Africa to ascend Mt. Kilimanjaro in support of conservation!  

Challenge yourself to conquer the highest freestanding mountain (19,341 feet) in the world on this once in a lifetime trek with Great Beyond Adventures.

All climbers must pledge to raise at least $12,500 to support our critical conservation work locally and globally - and we will handle the rest!

The trip includes:

• Pre-adventure meet up and overnight trail experience to connect with fellow adventurers and prepare for your trip
• Flights to and from Boston Logan airport
• Local transportation in Tanzania
• The climb and group gear
• Meals
• Lodging at basecamp (5-star accommodations)

Personal gear, visa, immunizations, personal travel insurance, transportation to and from Boston Logan airport, and elective purchases are not included in fundraising cost. 

Fill out the application in its entirety to be considered for a spot on Zoo New England’s Climb for Conservation team. Spots will be filled on a rolling basis. Please note, you have not been accepted onto the team until officially notified by a Zoo New England staff member.

Itinerary

August 12, 2027

Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro and Transfer to Arusha 
 
Day 2: Arusha to Londorossi Gate onward to Mti Mkubwa camp 
 
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa camp to Shira 2 camp 
 
Day 4: Shira to Lava Tower then to Barranco camp 
 
Day 5: Barranco camp to Barafu camp 
 
August 17, 2027: FULL MOON

DAY 6: Barafu camp to Uhuru peak (top – summit day!) 
 
Day 7: Mweka camp to Mweka Gate back to Arusha Town for overnight 
 
Day 8: Safari Day - departure for Tarangire National Park for full day game drive, overnight at Karatu 
 
Day 9:  Drive to Ngorongoro conservation for full day crater tour 
 
August 21, 2027

Day 10: Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for the flight home

Contact Dave Caron at 617-989-3760 or dcaron@ZooNewEngland.org for more information or to support our Climb for Conservation team.