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What Wild Animals Will I See Climbing Kilimanjaro?

January 16, 2019January 17, 2019 Ultimate Kilimanjaro animals, blue monkey, bush baby, colobus monkey, honey badger, kilimanjaro, mouse, tanzania, white necked raven, wildlife

Mount Kilimanjaro National Park is a sprawling ecosystem that covers an area of 1,688 square kilometres, or 652 square miles.

Climb Preparation Other Safety

Who’s Responsible for Your Safety on Mount Kilimanjaro? You Are.

December 28, 2018January 7, 2019 Ultimate Kilimanjaro acclimatization, AMS, guides, health, oxygen, safety

To be a top Kilimanjaro operator, one must be focused on safety. After all, being at extremely high altitude has

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What Do People Do at Kilimanjaro Campsites?

December 16, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro acclimatize, camp, itinerary, rest, schedule, tent

You’ve spent the past six hours hiking along Mount Kilimanjaro’s well established trails. And coming over a ridge, you see

General On the Mountain Safety

Are You Afraid of High Altitude? Here is How to Approach Mount Kilimanjaro’s Biggest Obstacle.

November 12, 2018November 30, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro acclimatization, AMS, diamox, elevation, northern circuit, oxygen, routes

When you climb Kilimanjaro, its high altitude is undoubtedly the number one obstacle in reaching the summit. It is the

On the Mountain Safari Wildlife

6 Unique Animals on Found on Mount Kilimanjaro

September 15, 2018September 27, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro aardvark, Civet, crested porcupine, Genet, Serval, tanzania, tree hyrax, wildlife

When traveling to Africa, most people start getting excited about seeing animals like lions, rhinos, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, leopards, and

Routes Safari

Why Climbing the “Easiest” Route on Kilimanjaro is Hardest Way to the Top

September 6, 2018December 28, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro acclimatization, Marangu, northern circuit, route, success rate

We often get booking inquiries for the Marangu route. This classic route up Kilimanjaro is also known also as the

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YIKES! Are there Snakes on Kilimanjaro?

September 4, 2018September 9, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro kilimanjaro, safety, snakes, wildlife

Yes, there are snakes in the cloud forest of Mountain Kilimanjaro. But do not fear. Although fearsome, snakes are not

Routes Safety

Is the Barranco Wall Dangerous? Why You Shouldn’t Fear this Cliff.

August 13, 2018September 3, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro Barranco Wall, routes

Mount Kilimanjaro, the largest free-standing volcano in the world, has many breathtaking sights, but few are as impressive, and intimidating,

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7 Tips for a Successful Climb on Mount Kilimanjaro

August 2, 2018August 2, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro

Congratulations, you’ve decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, and now you are wondering how to ensure you make it to the

On the Mountain Other Safari Wildlife

What Birds Can I See While Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro?

July 10, 2018July 15, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro birds, kilimanjaro, wildlife

Sub-Sarahan Africa is a birder’s paradise, and the region surrounding Mount Kilimanjaro is no exception to this rule. Ethereal bird

Gear Safety

ATTENTION: Microspikes Recommended for June-August 2018 Climbs

June 1, 2018August 31, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro ice, kathoola, microspikes, trail

Mount Kilimanjaro currently has an excessive amount of ice near the summit. The ice exists from just below the crater

General On the Mountain Safety

Why Does Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) Occur?

May 6, 2018May 7, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro AMS, elevation, mountain, oxygen, safety, sickness

If you are climbing Kilimanjaro, you should be aware of a condition called Acute Mountain Sickness, or AMS. AMS occurs

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Are You Wearing the Right Shoe Size to Climb Kilimanjaro?

April 2, 2018May 7, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro blisters, boots, climbing, gear, preparation, shoes

You probably think you are wearing the correct size shoes for your feet. But statistics say you’re probably wrong. A

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Climb Kilimanjaro During the 2018 “Blood Moon”

March 27, 2018March 27, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro blood moon, climb kilimanjaro, eclipse, full moon, weather

What’s better than summiting Kilimanjaro during a full moon? Summiting Kilimanjaro during a “blood moon!” Full moons are a popular

Climb Preparation General Safety

Can an Unfit Person Climb Mount Kilimanjaro?

March 20, 2018May 7, 2018 Ultimate Kilimanjaro safety, tranining

Climbing Kilimanjaro is a strenuous activity that takes place over a number of days. Therefore anyone who comes to Tanzania

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