Where is mountain Kilimanjaro?
Mount Kilimanjaro is located on the northern part of Tanzania in Kilimanjaro region. It is near the town of Moshi and Arusha city.
Which is the best route?
There are at least six routes to climb Kilimanjaro but we do recommend the 8-day Lemosho, 7 days Machame and 9 day northern circuit route. These routes offer the best summit success rates and beautiful scenery.
How experinced should i be?
You do not need to be experienced, but we do advise that you do regular training to be fit since you will enjoy more and increases your summit success rates.
What are necessary equipments needed during the trek
Although most of the equipments can be rented here, we highly recommend the following equipments during your trek on Kilimanjaro. Thermal underwear, trekking shirts, base layer, trekking trousers, insulation layer or fleece jacket, north face rain gear, third layer jacket/waterproofing, neck warmer, headband, head lamp, sunglasses, trekking poles, gloves (inner & outer), hiking boots, thermal & trekking socks, trainers, gaiters, 30litres backpack, 60litres duffel bag, rain cover, hydration bladder, water bottle & water purification tablets. Other equipment include camera, energy drink supplement, spare batteries, energy bars, ear plugs, wet wipes, trekking towel, hand sanitizers, insect repellent, sweat resistant & small lock.
Where do we sleep?
You will sleep in tents which are set up by the porters at your camp. If you choose the Marangu route, you will sleep in Huts where there are bunk beds. All the equipment will be carried by the porters and we do offer sleeping bags, pillows and mattress during your trek.
Best time to climb Kilimanjaro
Climbing Kilimanjaro can be done year-round (kilimanjro weather & climate) but the best months to climb Mount Kilimanjaro are between July to October and December to February because these are the warmest and driest months.
Food to expect during trek
Food prepared is locally produced (Kilimanjaro food menu) , healthy and nutritious which is prepared by your chef and his assistant. Breakfast: You will have tea, coffee, milk, eggs, cereals, toast, porridge, cereals, bread, fruits, bacon, sausages etc. Lunch: you will be served with hot lunch which mainly consist of carbohydrates such as rice, potatoes and pasta which is served with meat, fresh vegetables, fruits and nuts. Our menus have been carefully designed to ensure the food is delicious, easy to digest, and provides plenty of energy. You may also want to bring some supplementary comfort foods such as candy, gum and chocolate bars. We can also cater special diets and accommodate your needs, if you are a vegetarian or vegan. You may contact us and we can help you with your special needs and advice.
Where does drinking water come from? is it safe?
Drinking water comes from the streams on the mountain and porters will collect it and boil before use. The water will be filled in your water canisters and completely safe, but we recommend that you use the purification tablets which can be bought in Arusha or Moshi depending on where your accommodation will be on the first day.
How can i take a shower or using a loo?
There are no bathrooms on Mount Kilimanjaro. Warm water will be provided for washing your hands and face. You can use wipes for the rest parts of your body. If you want to use a toilet, we normally provide portable private toilet tents which can be set up aside behind a rock or tree. There are public toilets which we do not highly recommend using since they are not highly maintained time to time.
Is climbing kilimanjaro safe?
Climbing Kilimanjaro is a safe climb although some of the incidents due happen and most of these are caused due to altitude related cases. If you follow the route we recommend, your summit success rate will be high and if you follow the guidelines from your guides, you will also reach the summit safely and be proud of your achievement by reaching the roof of Africa. Our team is highly trained time to time so as to ensure that you are completely safe and your safety is our number one priority.
What is altitude sickness?
Altitude sickness which is also known as acute mountain sickness (AMS), is a negative health effect due to high altitude. The normal oxygen percentage at sea level is roughly 21%. If you climb higher, the number of oxygen molecules per breath is reduced. That makes your body difficult to adapt and function as normal with less percentage of oxygen. This causes one to get altitude sickness by climbing to a high altitude quickly at the lower levels of oxygen. You might get some of the symptoms of altitude sickness above 3,000m but if you follow the guidelines given to you by your guide, you will not experience severe symptoms of AMS and won’t affect your climb at all.
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