KILIMANJARO - AUGUST

Trip Purpose:

This trip is the final opportunity in 2025 to join the 15th Annual Clean Water Climb, focusing on raising funds for Child Legacy’s clean water projects in Malawi. Participants (20 max) will trek Mt. Kilimanjaro’s Lemosho Route and visit Child Legacy’s sustainability project and water well repairs in Malawi.

Itinerary:

• August 31 - September 2: Depart from Houston (IAH) to Kilimanjaro Airport. (JRO). (IAH>IST>DAR>JRO)

• September 2-4: Acclimatize through a photo Safari in Tarangire National Park and/or Ngorongoro Crater.

• September 5-12: Trek the 8-day Lemosho Route to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro (19,341’). The Lemosho Route offers a scenic, gradual ascent, increasing the chances of a successful summit.

• September 13: Fly from Kilimanjaro (JRO) to Lilongwe, Malawi (LLW).

   (JRO>NBO > LLW). Arrive Child Legacy International. CLI Sustainability Project Tour.

• September 14-15: Child Legacy Church, Water well repairs and Bible Storying.

• September 16-17: Return to the U.S. via flights from Lilongwe, Malawi (LLW).

  (LLW>IST>IAH>)

Cost:

$4,895 per person, excluding airfare. Deposit of $1,290 due by March 16, 2025.

Optional Add-Ons:

• Participants can choose to skip the Malawi portion (not recommended!) and return home after Kilimanjaro, shortening the trip to 15 days.

• Option to add extra days at Child Legacy for $125 per day.

Significance:

The trip also emphasizes a higher purpose then even the thrill of summitting Kilimanjaro. It combines this trekking adventure with sustainability by supporting Child Legacy’s water well ministry through the Clean Water Climb. Participants will make a tangible impact on Malawi’s clean water access while experiencing the beauty of Africa.