Air Tanzania, Precision Air, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and other regional carriers serve Tanzania. They operate key domestic routes such as Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar, and Dar es Salaam, as well as international connections. However, dealing with these airlines is not always straightforward. Their…
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…
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…
Want to show off your high altitude achievement with your own Ultimate Kilimanjaro® apparel? We are happy to announce that we now offer branded clothing so you can re-live your adventures. These shirts and sweatshirts are bound to turn heads and spark…
