Who Climbs Mount Kilimanjaro?
Based on our survey, Kilimanjaro climbers are 29% female and 71% male. 45% of climbers are between 31 and 40 years old. 22% of climbers are between 41 and 40 years old. 17% of climbers are between 21 and 30 years old….
Which Routes do Climbers use on Mount Kilimanjaro?
45% of climbers use the Machame route. 40% of climbers use the Marangu route. 8% of climbers use the Lemosho route. 5% of climbers use the Rongai route. 1% of climbers use the Shira route. 0% of climbers use the Umbwe route….
Ultimate Kilimanjaro Reports Record Number of People Climbing Kilimanjaro
Ultimate Kilimanjaro, the #1 Kilimanjaro guide service, has added more group climb dates to its 2013 expedition schedule due to growing demand. Mount Kilimanjaro, located in Tanzania, is the tallest free standing mountain in the world and is the highest mountain in…
Kilimanjaro’s Shrinking Glaciers from 1912 to 2007
Kilimanjaro’s shrinking northern glaciers, thought to be 10,000 years old, could disappear by 2030, researchers said. The loss in volume is approximately 29 percent since 2000, while the total surface area lost is 32 percent. Come climb Kilimanjaro and see the glaciers…
What Headwear Should I Bring to Climb Kilimanjaro? Caps, Hats and More
What are the best hats for climbing Kilimanjaro? Hats perform two basic functions on Mount Kilimanjaro. One, a hat acts as a shield primarily against the sun. Two, it insulates your head to keep it warm. You will need two hats for…
New Look on the Summit of Mount Kilimanjaro
The Kilimanjaro Park Authority has replaced some signage on Mount Kilimanjaro, including those near the summit. The old, battered dark brown planks, erected on wooden posts, have been retired. Uhuru Peak now boasts brand new bright green boards on metal poles. So…
Should I use Supplemental Oxygen on Kilimanjaro?
Do you need to use oxygen on Kilimanjaro? The percentage of oxygen in the air is constant at 21% at all altitudes. But at sea level, the weight of the air above compresses the air below, making it denser. As one climbs…
Should We Sleep at Crater Camp?
Crater Camp is a campsite that is located near the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, around 18,800 feet above sea level. (Uhuru Peak is 19,345 feet above sea level.) It is utilized by some climb operators during longer routes, usually via the Lemosho…
Can I Fly into Nairobi?
Kilimanjaro outfitters begin their trips from two main Tanzanian cities – Moshi and Arusha. The simplest way to travel to these destinations is by flying into Kilimanjaro International Airport, sometimes referred to as KIA (airport code: JRO). Once you arrive at…
Martina Navratilova Fails on Kilimanjaro Climb Attempt
Former tennis star Martina Navratilova was hospitalized after her attempt to climb Kilimanjaro was cut short when she experienced high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE), a potentially fatal form of altitude sickness. HAPE is a dangerous build-up of fluid in the lungs. The treatment…
What are the Best Sunglasses for Kilimanjaro?
What kind of sunglasses do you recommend for climbing Kilimanjaro? The equatorial sun is very strong. While you should make it a habit to protect your eyes against the sun’s UV rays all the time, on Kilimanjaro it is extra important that…
Do I Need Trekking Poles to Climb Kilimanjaro?
Trekking poles are an optional item when it comes to our gear list. However, trekking poles are very helpful when climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. The purpose of using poles is two fold. One, your weight is distributed between four points of contact instead of…
What Happens to the Group if Someone Can’t Continue?
Ultimate Kilimanjaro® group climbs are usually filled to capacity, 16 participants. Of these 16, on any given climb, it is common that one or two people will not be able to reach the summit for one reason or another. This can be…
Summit on the Summit Team Reaches Top of Kilimanjaro
On January 12, Jessica Biel along with fellow celebrities on the Summit on the Summit team, climbed to the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, Uhuru Point. Each member reached the top successfully. “The Summit on the Summit team has reached the top of…
Jessica Biel climbed Mount Kilimanjaro
Jessica Biel, along with the Summit on the Summit team, made it to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro. This was the first time that a team of cultural influencers and clean water advocates climbed the mountain to raise awareness of the global…
Mount Kilimanjaro’s Glaciers Estimated to be Gone by 2030
A new report published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has estimated that Mount Kilimanjaro’s glaciers will be gone within the next 20 years. Based on aerial photographs and extracts of ice, the authors measured the pace of the…