Tanzania
What Are The Trail Conditions On Kilimanjaro?
The trails on Mount Kilimanjaro are well marked and maintained. Technical skills are not required on our routes. There are only a couple places where scrambling (climbing on hands and feet) is required. There are no points where exposure to falling off a cliffside is a legitimate threat. Your guides
Kilimanjaro’s Ecological Zones
Below are Mount Kilimanjaro’s zones from the lowest to the highest altitude along with the average annual precipitation and zone characteristics. 1. Bushland/Cultivated Zone Altitude: 2,600 to 6,000 ft (800 to 1,800 m) Precipitation: 20 to 70 in (500 to 1,800 mm) The lowest elevation climate zone is the bushland,
How to train for Kilimanjaro climb
Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and hiking to the peak is a challenge that should not be under estimated. With all the information you could possibly gather, added to being physically prepared, one’s chances of reaching the summit is substantially increased. Stamina and mental determination to a
10 African Safari tips for first timers
No Yelling You aren’t in a zoo, and the animals are not domesticated. The excitement can be overwhelming when safari-goers visit animals in their natural habitat. The urge to get up, wave your arms, and yell is not something we would ever recommend. Humans are just guests in animals’ homes
How Do I Prevent Injuries While Climbing Kilimanjaro?
Don’t let an injury ruin your Kilimanjaro dreams. Any person who has a reasonable degree of fitness can successfully climb Mount Kilimanjaro. However, there are some common injuries that people suffer which can be easily avoided with a little bit of attention and extra preparation. Typical injuries that occur on
