WHY CLIMB THE MOUNTAIN?
Not just Because it is there!!!!! but to bring the memory of living a few days of climbing with rich scenery, comradeship, learning, and challenge coming down with a powerful and fit body, and a great strength of will and self-confidence to face your daily activities!!!

Mount kilimanjaro climb routes and prices
Mt Kilimanjaro climb 8 days Marangu route with extra day of acclimatisation at Hormbo Hut
Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Machame route With extra day of acclimatisation at Karanga Valley
Mount Kilimananjaro Trek Marangu Route combined with a Tanzania Safari
Mount Kilimananjaro Machame Route combined with a Tanzania Safari
Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Groups/Student treks
Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya Climb Combined
Mount Meru and Mt Kilimanjaro climb
Mount Kilimanjaro climb Umbwe,Lemosho and Rongai routes
Mount Kilimanjaro 2008 and 2009 joining dates and prices
Equipment Check List for Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing

 

Mount Kilimanjaro is the crown of Tanzania. At an altitude of 5895m it is the highest mountain in Africa, the highest freestanding mountain in the world, and one of the largest volcanoes ever to burst through the earth's crust. On a clear day it can be seen from more than 160km away, and although it stands only three degrees below the Equator, its peak is permanently covered with snow and ice.

Best months for trek Mt Kilimanjaro
The absolute best months for climbing are January, February, and September since they are the warmest months and almost clear of clouds. , though one could easily succeed throughout the year.
April and early May could get heavy rain or snow, but is good if you want a quiet clear mountain.
Also great are June through August (though colder), and November/December (could be wetter).
Through September and October it gets steadily warmer. October is particularly good if you want little or no rain, mild weather and few people on the mountain.
January through March are the warmest months, almost clear of clouds safe for a few brief rain showers, followed by the main rainy season during April & May. The temperatures will still be warm, but massive clouds will block visibility, while dropping snow on the summit and heavy rain on the lower slopes

Equipment List

• Headlamp
• Walking pole(s)/
• Sleeping Bag,
• Gaiters: To keep mud, rocks, and snow out of your boots.
• Water purification: This is essential as water for drinking is taken directly from mountain streams.
• Hiking Boots: This is the most important item on the list. You'll need a comfortable/waterproof pair of hiking boots which offer plenty of support. Make sure they are broken in before you get to Kilimanjaro!

  Other Check list (limit yourself)

  • 1 set of thermal underwear (top & bottom)
  • 1 sleeping bag (rating 0 C or four seasons)
  • 1 warm jersey/sweater (wool)
  • 1 sleeping pad/mat
  • 1 pair of track suit top & bottom
  • 1 light towel
  • 1 polar fleece/down vest
  • 1 pair of light loose fitting cotton trousers
  • 1 waterproof jacket (with a hood) & pants
  • 1 to 2 long sleeves shirts (cotton/wool)
  • 4 pairs of thermal hiking socks
  • 2 to 3 T-shirts/shirts
  • 2 pairs of thermal socks liner
  • 2 to 3 pairs of shorts (with pockets)
  • 1 pair of hiking boots
  • 1 wide brimmed hat / baseball cap
  • 1 pair of sneakers/trainers/takkies
  • 1 pair of warm heavy weight gloves/mittens
  • 1 pair of gaiters
  • 1 pair of light weight gloves (inner gloves)
  • 1 bandana
  • 1 pair of sunglasses/mountaineering glasses
  • 1 balaclava
  • 1 wool hat
  • 1 warm scarf
    
    NB: Make sure that your boots are waterproof

  
  USEFUL EQUIPMENT:
  

  • 2 x 2 litres water bottles (camel bags preferably)
  • 1 head lamp (plus spare batteries & bulb)
  • 1 pair of walking/ski poles
  • 1 pocket swiss army knife
  • 2 - 3 packets of moist towelettes.
  • 1 travel pillow (optional)
    
    

  Personal Items & Toiletries:
  US $ Travellers cheques, toothpaste & tooth brush, body lotion, toilet paper and other personal hygiene items. (Ladies, please carry some sanitary toiletries as being at high altitude may alter your cycle).

  Photographic (optional):

  • 1 camera (plus spare batteries),film & tripod stand,different lenses,
  • 1 pair of binoculars,video camera,video tapes, battery packs.

  Miscellaneous (Optional):
  notebook, pencil, sketchbook, masking tape, zip loc plastic bags, ear plugs, address list for post cards, map of Kilimanjaro (the trip leader will have one).

  HEALTH:

  • Yellow Fever: This is compulsory and a certificate might be requested on arrival at the airport. Please make sure that you have the shot in time.
  • Malaria: There are various types of medicine on the market today used for prevention and treatment of malaria. We recommend that you consult your doctor on which prophylactics to take.
  • Water purification tablets: On the mountain, we use water from the streams. Although drinking water will be boiled first, it is advisable to add a tablet or two - to be on the safe side.
  • Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS): This is a condition commonly experienced at high altitude. In most cases, this can be avoided by following guidelines on hiking pace, eating, resting and fluid intake. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with the various affects that altitude can cause.
  • (Please consult your doctor on use of Diamox - tablets used by some mountaineers to help them cope with the effects of altitude).
  • Personal medical supplies (optional): As your tour leaders, we will carry a group medical kit.
    Some items that you might want to carry would include; aspirin, imodium, laxatives, antibiotics, bandages, malaria tablets, gauze, adhesives, betadine, throat lozenges, eye drops, sun block, lip balm, moleskin antihistamine tablets and cream

 

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