Tanzania Cultural and Mountain Expedition

Kilimanjaro Culture and Climb Expedition

Apr 28, 2026 - May 27, 2026

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About This Session

Experience the magic, culture, and extremes of East Africa! On this month-long course, you will explore the wildness of Tanzania, see amazing animals, and attempt to climb to the tallest summit of Africa. Students start to learn basic Kiswahili, backpack through wild areas and remote villages, hike with Maasai warriors, and attempt to climb Kilimanjaro. Students will go on safari, observe zebras, giraffes, ostriches and wildebeests, and travel through the spectacular plains and forests of Tanzania.

Photo by Michael Schmertzler

Photo credit: Michael Schmertzler

Photo by Will Wamaru

Photo credit: Will Wamaru

Financial aid & Scholarships

NOLS supports a variety of outside financial aid options:

  • AmeriCorps
  • 529 College Savings Plans
  • Veteran's Benefits (only for courses fully in the state of Wyoming)

$9,700

Apr 28, 2026 - May 27, 2026

Arusha, TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF

30 days

Course End

May 27, 2026

Minimum Age

18 Years Old

Equipment Deposit

$ 200

Language

English

Start/End

Arusha, Tanzania

Fly In/Out

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

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