REGISTRATION COST

 

AU$6,395 per person twin share if registered and deposit received before 1st January 2014 and AU$6,895 post 1st January 2014.

 

There is no GST as the entire activity is conducted off shore.

 

NB: No application will be confirmed as registered until a deposit has been received. 

 

Please be aware that as there are many logistical preparations and costs that we incur at an early stage the deposit is non refundable if you choose to make a subsequent cancellation and we cannot find a replacement to take your place. Good travel insurance should cover you for such an eventuality and it is worth checking with your provider. Of course if for any reason we were forced to cancel the meeting all monies paid to us would be refunded in full. Please see the registration form for details of the MOTE cancellation policy.

 

INCLUSIONS

 

• ​3 nights accommodation Moivaro Lodge pre climb

• All Kilimanjaro National Park  Fees – park entry fee, rescue fee, staff park fees and camping fees

• All guiding, porterage and cooking fees

• All non personal equipment eg tents

• All meals whilst on the mountain

• Ground transport back to Moivaro Lodge on descent

• 1 night's accommodation Moivaro Lodge post climb

• Attendance at all conference sessions both in Arusha at Moivaro Lodge and on the mountain at the evening campsite workshops.

 

EXCLUSIONS

The following costs are not included

 

• Flights to/from your home

• Travel Insurance

• Meals when not on the mountain other than those listed in the inclusions above.

• Visa costs

• Personal equipment

• Tips for porters

 

If you are travelling alone we will try and match you with another same gender delegate to share accommodation. A single supplement will apply if you prefer not to share – contact us for details.

 

We will require a deposit of 25% at the time of booking and the balance by the 1st March 2014. Please be aware that as there are many logistical preparations and costs that we incur at an early stage the deposit is non refundable if you choose to make a subsequent cancellation and we cannot find a replacement to take your place. Good travel insurance should cover you for such an eventuality and it is worth checking with your provider. Of course if for any reason we were forced to cancel the meeting all monies paid to us would be refunded in full.

 

 

CANCELLATION NOTICE AND CHARGES

 

Cancellation of confirmed bookings is to be in writing. The following penalties will apply:

> 60 days prior to departure – loss of deposit unless we can find a replacement to take your place

60-30 days prior to departure: Loss of 50% of total cost

Less than 30 days: Loss of 100% of total cost

 

NUMBERS

 

Numbers are restricted to 29 so an early booking is recommended. 

Please contact Associate Professor Geoff Ramin in the first instance regarding all enquiries: geoffr@medicine-on-the-edge.com.au.

 

OUR ROUTE

 

There are many different routes to ascend Kilimanjaro. We have chosen the Shira route over 7 days. Most importantly here is the 7 nights we have allocated. This allows for a greater degree of acclimatisation so as to maximise the chances of reaching the summit. The Shira route is considered by many to be the best non-technical route on the mountain and traverses a diverse range of scenery. The first part of the walk is relatively isolated but the last four days will be crowded as most of the non technical routes converge onto a common approach to the summit meeting up with the Machame Trail.

 

OUR GUIDES

 

There are over 200 licensed guide operators on Kilimanjaro. Independent climbing is not permitted. We have chosen to use Africa Travel Resources (ATR) and their partners, The Africa Walking Company, as our preferred guides. We have been impressed by their communication, professionalism and approach to safety. Also, and this we believe is paramount, they appear to have a great sense of responsibility for the welfare of their porters. We should not forget that climbing Kilimanjaro is a major source of revenue for those employed as porters and cooks. For every 20 climbers in our team we are likely to have a support team of about 50 people climbing with us.

 

SAFARI

 

Many people combine a climb up Kilimanjaro with an African Safari after descending off the mountain. As stated above after the 2nd July you will be free to make your own ongoing travel arrangements. If you require any help or advice regarding the organisation of a Safari trip our guide operator ATR can assist in this regard. You are of course free to choose an operator of your own choice if you prefer.

 

 

EXTRA NIGHTS

 

In the past many delegates chose to either arrive early or stay on after the meeting . Please be aware that we do not hold any hotel reservations outside of the conference period. However, we are happy to put you in touch with our in-country agents who can help you in this regard. If you are staying extra nights it is also worth trying to source accommodation yourself. Most hotels are on the internet and easily accessible.

 

CME

 

Past meetings were accredited for MOPS points by the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine and CPD points by the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists. We will be applying for this again in 2014.

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Contact us by phone or email if you want more information about this meeting.  For all initial enquiries please contact Associate Professor Geoff Ramin on 0400 005 668 or via email by following this link