Tanzanian trek

If you have the energy for eight days trekking up and around a far-from-extinct volcanic mountain, there are more than 5800 metres waiting for you in Tanzania.

Mt Kilimanjaro, the highest peak on the continent, presents an amazing challenge on an eight-day tour which begins and ends in Nairobi.

Priced at $NZ2477, excluding airfares, the trek is designed for those with a good level of fitness. Taking the Machame route, travel is well-paced and avoids the crowds. Reaching the summit at Uhuru Peaks is timed to coincide with sunrise.

Contact: Flight Centre, tollfree, (0800) 354 448.