PROJECT PURPOSE · KILIMANJARO · 5,895M
Climb Africa’s highest peak — with purpose.
A guided expedition for individuals, teams and fundraisers, led by Tom Hicks. Prepared properly, led with judgement, and built to bring everyone home.
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Teams led in 2026
70%
Summit success
100%
Home safe
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Kilimanjaro summits by Tom
WHY PROJECT PURPOSE
People grow when they overcome challenge together.
Kilimanjaro puts you in an unfamiliar, demanding place where perseverance and support matter more than titles or job roles. As the challenge builds, teams learn to rely on each other, communicate clearly and keep moving when it’s uncomfortable.
I learned the hardest lessons about altitude on Peak Lenin, where turning back in a whiteout kept my team safe. Every Kilimanjaro team I lead gets that same judgement.
FULL SUPPORT, EVERY STEP
Arrive confident. Climb prepared.
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15-week training plan
Built to get you fit for summit day, whatever your starting point.
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Full kit list, with discounts
Exactly what to bring, and exclusive discounts on the gear that matters.
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Two pre-expedition sessions
One on leadership and team cohesion, one on logistics and preparation.
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Trusted local guides
Experienced Tanzanian guides and operators, on the route your team prefers.
AUGUST 2027 · CHOOSE YOUR ROUTE
Four ways to the roof of Africa.
We match the route to your team’s experience and preferences. Every option is price on request.
RECOMMENDED
Lemosho · 8 days
The scenic western approach, with an extra acclimatisation day on the Shira Plateau.
Price on request
RECOMMENDED
Lemosho · 7 days
The same route and gentler approach as the 8-day Lemosho, just one day shorter. Still a more gradual climb than Machame. Tom led a team to the summit this way in 2026.
Price on request
QUIETER
Rongai · 7 days
A quieter approach from the north via Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut, descending via Horombo.
Price on request
MORE CHALLENGING
Machame
Steeper and more demanding. Tom has summited twice via Machame, including leading a 2026 team where all but one climber reached the top.
Price on request
LEMOSHO · 8 DAYS
Your journey
Twelve days door to door: a preparation day in Moshi, eight days on the mountain, then home or straight on to safari.
Thursday
Leave the UK on an overnight flight
Friday
Land at Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to the Springlands Hotel, Moshi
Saturday
Rest day: visit a local school, kit check and climb briefing
Sun – Wed
Days 1–4: rainforest to Mti Mkubwa (2,750m), the Shira Plateau, then Lava Tower (4,600m) and Barranco Camp
Thu – Fri
Days 5–6: Barranco Wall to Karanga Camp, then high camp at Barafu (4,640m)
Saturday
Day 7: summit night. Uhuru Peak, 5,895m, then down to Mweka Camp
Sunday
Day 8: walk out through the forest, certificates and celebration in Moshi
Monday
Fly home, or begin the 5-day safari extension
OPTIONAL EXTENSION · 5 DAYS
From the summit to the Serengeti.
Celebrate with Tanzania’s northern circuit: the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater and the conservation areas between, with expert driver-guides from our partner, Zara Tours.
Price on request
DOWNLOADS
Everything in detail: download the packs.
FROM THE 2026 PROJECT PURPOSE TEAMS
“Tom’s vision and hands-on guidance turned our Kilimanjaro trek into far more than just a bucket-list climb… His style of leading from the back ensured every single person was watched over, supported, and empowered to reach their true potential.”
Jason Brown
Project Purpose: Kilimanjaro 2026
“His calm approach, genuine care and wealth of experience made an enormous difference, especially when things got tough. I would wholeheartedly recommend Tom to anyone considering taking on Kilimanjaro.”
Mick Bishop
Project Purpose: Kilimanjaro 2026
“Tom was such an incredible leader from start to finish… Tom made the whole experience so memorable for everyone and helped make reaching the Roof of Africa an unforgettable achievement!”
Chloe Sergi
Project Purpose: Kilimanjaro 2026
“A true leader in the face of adversity. Tom’s determination, encouragement and unwavering support helped turn a dream into reality. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough.”
Marcus Riley
Project Purpose: Kilimanjaro 2026
“The hardest but best thing I have ever done.”
Tony Southam
Summited Uhuru Peak, 23 October 2026
WHO IT’S FOR
Built for every kind of climber.
Individuals
Your first big mountain, with expert support from first training walk to summit.
Corporate teams
Shared adversity that builds trust, confidence and leadership you can take back to work.
Charity fundraisers
Every step raises money for a cause you care about.
THE DETAILS
At a glance
2027 dates
August 2027 (flexible)
Duration
12 days door to door · 8 on the mountain
Route
Lemosho 8 or 7 days · Rongai 7 days · Machame
Accommodation
Three nights at the Springlands Hotel, Moshi — two before the climb and one after
Operator
Zara Tours, Moshi
Price
On request
AUGUST 2027
Ready to climb?
Register interest and you’ll get first word on 2027 dates, the full info pack and a call with Tom to talk it through.