The beautiful and challenging country of Tanzania will provide the natural classroom for this course taught by Dr. Mike Marlow. You’ll trek to the top of Africa up the massive Kilimanjaro volcano while viewing the free roaming wildlife and studying geology, volcanology, botany, biology and environmental science. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity will provide the ultimate science education experience in the company of like-minded travelers. Imagine yourself at the top of the mountain or viewing elephants, giraffes, and lions in their natural habitat.
Mount Kilimanjaro is located three degrees south of the equator in Northeastern Tanzania. It is the tallest mountain in Africa and is the highest freestanding mountain in the world. This immense mountain is made up of three volcanoes: Shira, Mawenzi, and our goal, Kibo, the tallest one in the middle. A local guide is required to hike Kilimanjaro. Porters will also go on the trip to carry your luggage, food, and other equipment. You will only have to carry a daypack with your daily essentials. Cooks will prepare your meals. We will be hiking the Rongai Route up the north side of the mountain. The Rongai Route is easier and more scenic than the Marangu or Machame routes, and the success rate is very high. All climbers’ sleep in tents (tents are included) and meals are served in a dinner tent or on a blanket outside. The route starts just south of the Kenyan border, and is one of the least-traveled routes. The descent is down the Marangu Route on the south side of the mountain.
During the safari, you’ll witness incredible wildlife exploring Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Ol Doinyo Lengai, Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti and the Olduvai Gorge.
For further information, download our flier and contact:: Dr. Michael Marlow, 303-315-4990 or mike.marlow@.ucdenver.edu.