All outdoor activities carry some degree of risk. Hiking is no different. Though hiking is a fun and fulfilling way to see the world, it can also take you to high elevations that your body isn’t used to. Mount Kilimanjaro’s summit stands…
Are you on the fence about going on a Kilimanjaro expedition? People assume that because we are a Kilimanjaro operator we tell everyone to come climb with us. We don’t. For some customers, we suggest alternative companies. For others, we suggest a…
Interested in climbing Mount Kilimanjaro? Wondering what it is like to be on Africa’s highest peak? Here are 12 important things you need to know before booking your expedition. 1. Kilimanjaro is not a technical climb. It’s a hike. When people think…
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro requires a lot of work. To be successful, you need to maintain sufficient energy levels throughout the entire journey, especially near the top. This is no easy task considering this comes after many days of hiking and in a…
Mount Kilimanjaro is located in Tanzania, a country in East Africa. The mountain is part of Kilimanjaro National Park, which spans 250 square miles (650 square kilometers) and is governed by the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA). The park is located in…
Is Tanzania Really Coronavirus-Free? In late April 2020, Tanzania stopped officially reporting COVID-19 cases. President John Magufuli stated that testing was inaccurate, citing positive results from samples that were taken from a goat, a piece of fruit and a wild bird. A…
Tsetse flies are biting insects that inhabit much of tropical Africa. They are not found on Mount Kilimanjaro, but are prevalent throughout Tanzania’s Northern Circuit parks – especially in Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and parts of the Serengeti. You will undoubtedly see these insects if you go…
If you mention you are going high altitude trekking, you may get a lot of advice on how to cope with potential acute mountain sickness (AMS) and the elevation. But many of the beliefs surrounding how to best acclimatize to the low…
Yes, we know that drone footage is literally on another level. Yes, we would love to see more aerial videos of Kilimanjaro. But no, drones are for the most part NOT ALLOWED in the park. What is a Drone? A common definition…
On occasion we receive inquiries about whether it would be possible for visitors to climb Kilimanjaro on their own. Why People Want to Climb Kilimanjaro Independently We understand the attraction. Having a full staff to lead the climb, carry the supplies, and…
You’ll hear it repeated many times a day – “Drink water.” The general rule of thumb is that when climbing Kilimanjaro, you need to drink at least four liters of water per day. That’s because the requirement for fluids is very high…
When it comes to preventing and treating altitude sickness, there are some fairly effective medications like Diamox that you can use while climbing Kilimanjaro. But what about natural remedies? In this article, we explore what natural foods and dietary supplements may be…
UPDATE: THERE ARE NO MASK REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAVELING TO OR WITHIN TANZANIA. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO WEAR A MASK WHILE CLIMBING KILIMANJARO. THIS ARTICLE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Tanzanian authorities issued Standard Operating Procedures to…
Climbing Kilimanjaro is an adventure of a lifetime. Every year, thousands of visitors come to test their mettle on Africa’s highest peak. Located in Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, meaning it is not part of a…
“As sure as Kilimanjaro rises like Olympus above the Serengeti.” – Toto, Africa You probably recognize the popular lyric from Toto’s 1982 hit song ‘Africa.’ It has single-handedly led many people to believe that Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa, can…
If you’re planning to climb Kilimanjaro, then you are probably aware of the effects of altitude. Although it effects every person differently, chances are you will experience some symptoms of altitude sickness, which is also called acute mountain sickness (AMS). The main…
