Air Tanzania, Precision Air, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and other local carriers that serve Tanzania are sometimes difficult to deal with. Their websites might be down, do not allow online booking, and telephone calls and e-mails frequently go unanswered. A dependable way to…
On Kilimanjaro, it is acceptable to wear boots, trail shoes or both, as we discussed here. Compared to boots, the main advantage of wearing shoes is that they weigh less. This conserves energy in the long run, which you will need to…
What are the Best Boots for Climbing Kilimanjaro? Having the right footwear is very important. Because you are spending many hours each day hiking in your boots, if they don’t fit right or work as expected, they can be the source of…
Continuing on the previous post on the Kilimanjaro Climb Survey, below are the summarized results of the last 10 questions: 76% of climbers experienced at least one symptom of altitude sickness 33% of climbers used Diamox 100% of climbers rated their fitness level…
Earlier this month, Ultimate Kilimanjaro posted a Kilimanjaro Climb Survey on the discussion forums of Lonely Planet, Summit Post and Trip Advisor. The purpose of the survey was to collect data that could assist others who are considering climbing Kilimanjaro in their decision making….
Most people avoid climbing during Mount Kilimanjaro’s two rainy seasons. However, it is certainly possible to climb Kilimanjaro during these periods. But there are a few things you should understand before committing to a rainy season trek. When is the Rainy Season…
Which type of footwear is best for climbing Kilimanjaro? When people think of a mountain expedition, they naturally think they need some big, clunky boots to tackle the harsh weather. However, technology has come a long way. Nowadays, boots have become much…
How to Dress on Mount Kilimanjaro It is said that the trek from the gate to the peak of Kilimanjaro is like walking from the equator to Antarctica. The temperatures you may encounter on Mount Kilimanjaro can be over 100 degrees to…
While in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will have the opportunity to visit a Masai village, known as a boma. It typically costs about $50 per vehicle, although the fee is negotiable. Whether or not a boma visit is worthwhile is dependent…
Outfitting yourself for Kilimanjaro does not have to be expensive. If you have seen our comprehensive gear list, you know that there is quite a bit of gear and equipment needed to climb Kilimanjaro. This is a given because of the extreme…
