Choose Your Level of Ascent
A transformational journey designed to meet you where you are, and guide you to who you are becoming.
The Global Ascent is not a single experience, but a series of intentionally designed pathways, each offering a distinct depth of challenge, support, and integration.
Whether you are drawn to the purity of the summit, the richness of shared adventure, or the highest level of elite leadership immersion, every tier honors the same principle:
True transformation begins from within, and is forged through conscious challenge, presence, and shared purpose.
Three Distinct Paths. One Transformational Summit.
Choose the experience that aligns with your intention and leadership journey,
and desired level of immersion.
Gold, $13,000: The Complete Adventure Expedition. Safari plus the Summit Ascent, combining East African wildlife, the Kilimanjaro climb, professional support, coaching, and teachings.
Platinum, $25,000: The Leadership Development Experience. Safari and Summit Ascent with structured leadership development before, during, and after the climb.
Diamond, $45,000: The Complete Transformation Experience. Safari and Summit Ascent with the deepest level of preparation, personalized coaching, and post-experience integration.
GOLD PACKAGE
$13,000
The Complete Adventure Expedition
A complete East African adventure combining the five-day safari with an eight-day guided Kilimanjaro climb enriched by coaching and teachings.
Five-day Tanzania safari with professional guide, private 4x4 vehicle, lodges or tented camps, meals, park fees, and conservation fees
Eight-day Kilimanjaro climb via the Machame Route
Professional mountain guides and support crew
All climbing park fees, permits, and national park rescue fees
Camping equipment, meals, and purified water
Pre-climb orientation, safety briefing, coaching, and teachings
Airport transfers and accommodations in Moshi
Group welcome and celebration dinners
PLATINUM PACKAGE
$25,000
The Leadership Development Experience
Build on the complete safari and Summit Ascent with structured leadership development through pressure, reflection, coaching, and shared challenge.
Everything included in the Gold package
Ten interactive 90-minute leadership workshops
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
Decision-making under pressure
Communication and influence
Resilience and adaptability
Conflict resolution
Vision and legacy leadership
Downloadable workbooks and implementation guides
Two group coaching calls, one before and one after the climb
DIAMOND PACKAGE
$45,000
The Complete Transformation Experience
The deepest level of preparation, personalized coaching, and post-experience integration, designed to translate the safari and Summit Ascent into lasting change.
Everything included in the Platinum package
Six-month leadership integration program
Bi-weekly virtual coaching workshops
Four private executive coaching sessions
Personalized leadership assessment and development roadmap
Diamond alumni network and quarterly masterminds
Digital leadership resource library
Investment & Payment Options
The Global Ascent is a premium transformational experience, not a tour. Each tier reflects the level of guidance, safety, personalization, and post-climb integration provided.
Deposit: $2,500 (Secure your place with a non-refundable deposit)
Flexible payment plans by tier
Early-bird discounts available
Corporate and team pricing for groups of 4+
Limited group sizes to ensure quality and safety
What to Know Before You Commit
Clear expectations ensure a safe, focused, and meaningful experience for every participant.
What’s Included
All meals: Only personal snacks, special meal requirements, alcohol, juice and soft drinks are excluded.
Hotel nights: During the dates specified.
Airport & trailhead transfers: Group transport from the airport to the hotel and the different activity venues.
Park entry fees (Safari/Climb): A massive portion of your package price goes directly to Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA).
National park rescue fees: A standard, mandatory government surcharge that funds basic rescue operations on the mountain.
Licensed mountain/tour guides: Head guides and assistant guides.
Climb porters: Carry all heavy group gear, cooking supplies, personal duffel bags (weight limit 15kg / 33lbs).
Group gear and camping equipment for the climb: Four-season mountain tents, sleeping pads, large communal mess tents with tables and chairs, and all essential cooking gear.
Emergency medical infrastructure: Automated pulse oximeters, first-aid kits, and medical oxygen tanks (in 9 climbs we have not needed any of this).
Drinking water on the mountain: Water boiled, filtered, or chemically treated so you can refill your hydration bladders safely.
Basic hygiene water on the mountain: Small bowls of warm water provided at your tent every morning for washing.
What’s Not Included
International travel arrangements are managed separately by participants
Personal climbing gear is not included; guidance will be provided in advance
Visa requirements and related fees vary by country and are handled individually
Gratuities for guides and support staff are customary and arranged separately
Personal expenses and optional purchases are not part of the program fee
Important Reminders
Travel insurance is highly recommended for all participants
A minimum number of participants is required to confirm each departure
Group sizes are intentionally limited to ensure safety and depth
Physical readiness and medical clearance are essential for participation
All participants must commit to the program guidelines and preparation process
What Others Are Saying
“I returned from this mountain journey a different person. Werner didn’t just lead us up a mountain; he helped transform how I see myself and what I believe is possible. He believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself, helping me discover strengths I never knew I had. This was truly life-changing.”
Colette Larson | Senior Associate, Usana Health Sciences, USA
“This mountain journey changed my life. I arrived afraid, doubting myself and believing I couldn’t do it. Werner’s extraordinary leadership helped me face my fears, discover my strength, and believe in what was possible. I returned knowing that when you overcome the impossible, you transform far more than you ever imagined.”
Lisa Whittall | Entrepreneur, Canada
“After attending Werner Berger’s programs, I saw what we had done wrong. I hired him to train my top people. Since implementing his teachings, our business grew dramatically, and we got every quality project we’ve gone after… We used to be good; now we are great.”
Jeff Hoover
West Palm Beach, FL
This Is Not a Trip. It’s a Threshold.
Participation is limited to preserve the integrity and intimacy of the experience.
Every step is designed to transform, challenge, and elevate your leadership, resilience, and presence.
Participation is intentionally limited to preserve cohort intimacy, safety, and the depth of the experience.
This journey is a commitment, not casual travel, requiring preparation, focus, and intention.
Each applicant is reviewed to ensure alignment with the program’s values, mission, and rigor.
Your ascent is both personal and collective, supported by guides, coaches, and a curated peer cohort.
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