What makes Mount Kilimanjaro so enticing as an adventure travel destination is that anyone can climb the peak. That includes men, women and children, young or old, people in their prime of their lives or those with physical challenges. The Kilimanjaro experience…
If you’re thinking about climbing Kilimanjaro, you probably should know precisely where it is. Where is Kilimanjaro Located? Sometimes referred to as the Roof of Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro is located in the continent of Africa. In fact, Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa,…
In a word – yes. One of the things that makes Mount Kilimanjaro unique is that although it is one of the seven summits, you do not need prior hiking or backpacking experience to climb it. Furthermore, despite it being a peak…
The cheetah is the fastest land animal on the planet, capable of running at high speeds of up to 75 mph (121 kph). It is a elegant and agile member of the big cat family, renowned for its quickness and distinct appearance. Cheetahs have…
Most people know that Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world. But which peaks make up the rest of the tallest mountains on earth? The majority of them are neighbors of Everest, located in the Himalayan mountain range, near the…
Just one month after coronavirus was declared a global pandemic in 2020, Tanzania’s President John Magufuli announced that Tanzania was free of Covid-19. The country then abruptly stopped publishing official data on the number of coronavirus cases. All travel restrictions were lifted….
We have a comprehensive Kilimanjaro gear list that includes everything you need to climb Kilimanjaro. But there are certain items you might want to bring that aren’t on the list. 1. Phone A smart phone isn’t on the gear list but almost…
Many who venture to Tanzania to climb Kilimanjaro extend their stay to enjoy a safari. And for good reason – Tanzania is a cherished hotspot for wildlife viewing. The Serengeti National Park is undoubtedly the most famous park in the world, with…
For us, Mount Kilimanjaro is home. We are happy to have shared our home with the thousands of guests who have come to visit over the years. Often, our clients have expressed much gratitude for the way we have taken care of…
When climbing Kilimanjaro, one can book a private trip or join a scheduled group climb. Group climbs are open to the public – anyone can join. The itineraries operate on specific routes on set dates. At Ultimate Kilimanjaro®, we group climbs on…
We have updated our Kilimanjaro gear list. In our ongoing effort to have the most useful and accurate information on climbing Kilimanjaro, we have made several changes to the Ultimate Kilimanjaro® Gear List. These edits were prompted by discussions with our seasoned…
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What is a Camp Pillow? A camp pillow is simply a lightweight, compressible, inflatable pillow you use while sleeping in a tent. Compared with standard pillows that you use at home, camp pillows are smaller in dimensions, much lighter, and portable. So…
If you’ve seen our gear list, you know there are lots of things on it. The list contains optional, recommended and required items. Though the required items are all mandatory, there are things that are more significant than others when it comes…
On your Kilimanjaro climb, the mountain crews will sing songs, dance and cheer to celebrate the accomplishments of their guests. You might witness these events when you arrive at a campsite, after a successful summit, during the tipping ceremony, or before you…
Kilimanjaro National Park was established in 1973. It initially comprised the parts of the mountain above the tree line as well as six trails descending through the rainforest. Now, the park covers the mountain in its entirety from 6,000 feet high to the…
