Mount Kilimanjaro routes and their variations take between five to nine days to complete. Although Mount Kilimanjaro is known as a "walk-up" mountain, you should not underestimate it and its risks. The overall statistics show that less than half of all climbers reach the summit. Below are the Kilimanjaro success rates as reported by Kilimanjaro …
GEAR PACKING LIST The following packing list is only meant as a guideline as you may have your own preferences. The quantities listed below will vary depending on the length of your trip. Clothing Waterproof Jacket Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell Long Sleeve Shirt, light-weight (2) Short Sleeve Shirt, light-weight (2) Hiking Pants (convertible to …
Mount Chomolhari is the second highest peak in Bhutan at 23,996 feet tall. The 10 Day Chomolhari Trek features high mountain hiking through remote valleys, across high passes and beneath snowy peaks to Chomolhari base camp. Along the way, we will discover sacred fortresses and temples like the sacred Tiger's Nest Monastery which sits on the edge …
Everyone can benefit from using altitude training systems to pre-acclimatize to the high altitude. Altitude training systems work by simulating the high altitudes found on Mount Kilimanjaro. The altitude training system reduces the percentage of oxygen in the air you breathe. Through regular use, the body undergoes physiological changes to cope with the lower oxygen …
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All climbers should have a medical check prior to attempting the mountain. Ask your doctor if high altitude trekking is permissible for your age, fitness level and health condition. Ask if you have any preexisting medical conditions that can cause problems on the climb. Ask if any of your medications can affect altitude acclimatization. Ask …
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