Walk-In Tents: Wrong For Kilimanjaro

Walk-In Tents: Wrong For Kilimanjaro

Recently, we have been seeing Kilimanjaro companies advertising the use of “walk-in” tents. These are large, oversized tents that are tall enough that you can stand up inside the shelter. Some walk-in tents are modular and can be connected with tunnels to…

Climbing Kilimanjaro is Easy (Not Hard)

Climbing Kilimanjaro is Easy (Not Hard)

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro might seem like a daunting challenge. Yet, for many, this adventure is more achievable than other high-altitude treks or alpine climbs for various reasons. In fact, about half or our clients have little to no backpacking experience, yet they…

How Many Countries Are in Africa?

How Many Countries Are in Africa?

There are 54 countries in Africa. This is the highest number of countries of any continent on Earth. Here’s how the number of countries in Africa compares to other continents: List of the African Countries in Alphabetical Order In addition to its…

How Many Tribes Are in Tanzania?

How Many Tribes Are in Tanzania?

Tanzania has over 120 ethnic groups and tribes. The country’s rich cultural diversity can be attributed to several factors: The Bantu Migration 95% of Tanzania’s tribes are of Bantu origin, which originated from the regions of present-day Cameroon and Nigeria. Approximately 2,000…