Sub-Sarahan Africa is a birder’s paradise, and the region surrounding Mount Kilimanjaro is no exception to this rule. Ethereal bird calls echo through the trees as you glimpse about, hoping to catch sight of the dazzling variety of feather and wing fluttering…
Mount Kilimanjaro currently has an excessive amount of ice near the summit. The ice exists from just below the crater rim until the summit. This encompasses Gilman’s Point (18,600 feet) and Stella Point (18,885 feet) up to Uhuru Point (19,345 feet). For…
If you are climbing Kilimanjaro, you should be aware of a condition called Acute Mountain Sickness, or AMS. AMS occurs when the human body reacts negatively to high altitude due to a lack of oxygen. High altitude is defined as an altitude…
You probably think you are wearing the correct size shoes for your feet. But statistics say you’re probably wrong. A study of more than 2,000 adults showed that one third of men are wearing shoes that do not properly fit them. The…
What’s better than summiting Kilimanjaro during a full moon? Summiting Kilimanjaro during a “blood moon!” Full moons are a popular time to make the summit attempt because the terrain is illuminated by the moon. The use of a headlamp is mostly unnecessary….
Climbing Kilimanjaro is a strenuous activity that takes place over a number of days. Therefore anyone who comes to Tanzania to tackle the mountain should be in the best shape possible. Like anything else in life, some people set a goal and…
Ask any climber what he or she is most concerned with when climbing Kilimanjaro and the majority of the time the answer is the summit attempt. While every other night on the mountain is spent sleeping in tents, this night is spent…
With the selection of travel dates and a climbing route, and the payment of the trip deposit, it suddenly becomes very real. You are climbing Kilimanjaro. First there is excitement. Then fear. You wonder if you will be ready for the physical…
FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES FOR A CROWD-FREE KILIMANJARO EXPERIENCE. Book a private climb. The easiest way to avoid a crowd is to not be part of a crowd. Group climbs on Kilimanjaro usually range from 10-16 people (Ultimate Kilimanjaro® groups are limited to…
Over the years, we have had many couples celebrate their weddings on a high note – literally. It makes sense. Climbing Kilimanjaro is symbolic of their relationship – reassurance that together they can accomplish amazing feats. Ultimate Kilimanjaro is featured in this…
We are quite proud of our Kilimanjaro staff. Our guides are experts on the mountain and do everything in their power to help you achieve your dreams while keeping you safe. Our mountain cooks make incredible meals to keep you strong and well…
Mt. Kilimanjaro is famous for being the home of Africa’s highest point, and being the tallest free-standing peak in the world. It’s estimated that 50,000 people come every year to climb it. How hard is it to climb Kilimanjaro? It is also…
When she reached the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, 86-year-old Angela Vorobyova danced joyously with her guide. Accompanied by her 62-year-old physicist daughter, Vera, and a group of guides, Vorobyova was thrilled to have set the world record as the oldest person ever to…
Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa, making it one of the seven summits. It very popular with both experienced hikers and first time adventurers because it is considered to be the easiest of the seven summits. Scaling the mountain requires…
