June 28, 2022 – Phunuru called to report the team had a beautiful summit this morning from Uhuru Peak, the top of Kilimanjaro, and a smooth descent back to the Barafu Camp. Now they are packing up and will continue their descent down to the Mweka Camp, near the treeline. And, after a well-deserved rest, […]
The last two days have been great acclimatization for the team, with successive nights at 13,000 feet. Yesterday they left Barranco Camp and climbed the Barranco “wall” which is steep trail where you need to “use your hands” in a couple places. Then, they traversed below the Southern Glaciers to the Karanga Valley Camp at […]
Today was a gorgeous day of trekking for our custom Kili team. Phunuru Sherpa reports that the weather was excellent and the team was able to reach Lava Tower Camp at 4600m in time for lunch, before dropping down into the Barranco Valley and the camp at 13,000 ft. Along the way they were treated […]
IMG guide Phunuru Sherpa reports that our Custom Kili team had a good day today, climbing up to the Shira Camp on the Shira Plateau. They were in and out of the clouds as they left the forest and climbed up through the moorland bushes and shrubs, increasingly localized to areas where sufficient water exists […]
IMG guide Phunuru Sherpa reports from Kilimanjaro that our custom Kili team have begun their climb. Yesterday they drove from Moshi up through the coffee and tea plantations to the Machame Gate (about 6000 ft) where they checked in with the Park Service and showed their permits. Then, with our crew of local Chagga guides […]
The world is finally starting to travel again, and the recent news that USA will no longer require a Covid test for travelers returning home will make things even easier. The following 2022 IMG International programs are CONFIRMED to run! Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu – June 20, June 29 Kilimanjaro – June […]
April 5, 2022 We have some great news from Tanzania which is a big improvement for travelers, with updated Tanzania Travel Requirements. Now to go climb Kilimanjaro and do a world class safari you only need to document your fully vaccinated status! No longer is Covid testing required to enter Tanzania, and no longer are […]
April 5, 2022 We have some great news from Tanzania which is a big improvement for travelers, with updated Tanzania Travel Requirements. Now to go climb Kilimanjaro and do a world class safari you only need to document your fully vaccinated status! No longer is Covid testing required to enter Tanzania, and no longer are […]
April 22, 2020 How about we go on a little Safari as we celebrate Earth Day? Enjoy the Big 5 and since it is Earth Day, let’s bring on another beautiful animal in the giraffe!
For many years, IMG Guides from around the world have put their trust in Outdoor Research (OR) to protect them from the harsh elements. We would like to take this time to acknowledge the Team at OR for their outstanding effort to assist with health care professionals and the world in the fight against COVID-19. […]
