The weather on Mount Kilimanjaro is mainly determined by altitude and time of day, rather than seasonal changes that cause wide temperatures. This is mainly to due to the mountain’s proximity to the equator, ocean and its height. In a nutshell, the winds that move across the Indian ocean are interrupted by the mountain’s masif,...Read More

Climbing Kilimanjaro can be a bit tricky if you’re new to high altitudes, outdoor camping, and long marathons. That’s because many hikers attempting Mount Kilimanjaro suffer from altitude sickness, fatigue and a lack of sleep. This is often due to poor acclimatization opportunities and a lack of physical recovery after hikes. More importantly, not knowing...Read More

Before thinking about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, conduct a fitness test to gage your ability to travel at a pace of 400 vertical meters per hour with a 10kg weighted pack. This will determine your body’s ability to adapt to sudden shifts in altitude, while assessing your strength to endurance during long hikes. Eventhough this may...Read More

The Western Breach is the most difficult and dangerous ascent path on Mount Kilimanjaro. The route is extremely steep and rocky, with deadly rockfalls occurring during high winds. Although you don’t need to become a rock climber in order to climb the Western Breach, mountain climbing experience is required or, at least, very strongly recommended to attempt this route. There is no...Read More

It takes anywhere between 5 to 9 days to complete a Kilimanjaro trek, over a 53-72 kilometers (32-45 miles) hiking range. The longer your trek, the more acclimatization opportunities you’re likely to get during your Kilimanjaro hiking tour. That’s because your body’s working harder to breathe at altitude and, by trekking longer routes, you leave...Read More

Mount Kilimanjaro sits at 5,895m (19,341ft) and is considerably taller and more difficult than Everest Base Camp (5,364m), when you factor in altitude sickness, physical hardship, weather conditions and sleeping arrangements. (1) Although these mountains differ in many aspects, It’s worth noting that the terrain underfoot can be treacherous on both treks. We’re talking narrow...Read More

The degree of difficulty required to climb Mount Kilimanjaro via Western Breach is classified as a IV, according to the Yosemite Decimal System, and a Grade I for alternative trails. (1) This is because there are no technical skills or equipment required to reach Kilimanjaro’s summit at Uhuru Peak. As long as you’re well-conditioned and...Read More

When it comes down to it, reviews are only meaningful if they can be trusted. What I wish I knew before climbing Kilimanjaro is that there are only three techniques to verify the validity of a business and its services without parting with your hard-earned money. One way to go about it is to assess...Read More

All trekkers must be accompanied by a licensed and registered tour guide, according to the Kilimanjaro National Park. (1) As a result, before beginning your Kilimanjaro hike, you and your local Kilimanjaro guide will need to register with the Parks Authority, and you will be asked to sign-in at each camp along your Kilimanjaro route....Read More