Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: What’s it Like?

It's like hiking from the Equator to Antarctica - in just one week. Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest free standing mountain in the world and the highest peak in Africa. Celebrated for its picturesque beauty, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro offers spectacular vistas across five ecological zones. Because it is a non-technical peak, Kilimanjaro is an excellent …

Proper Acclimatization Guidelines for Kilimanjaro

The following are recommended to achieving acclimatization: Pre-acclimatize prior to your trip by using a high altitude training system. Ascend Slowly. Your guides will tell you, "Pole, pole" (slowly, slowly) throughout your climb. Because it takes time to acclimatize, your ascension should be slow. Taking rest days will help. Taking a day increases your chances of …

Training to Climb Mt Kilimanjaro

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a physical undertaking, so you should prepare yourself accordingly with a Kilimanjaro training program. Being in good shape is important in many respects. Obviously, strong, conditioned legs make it easier to walk uphill and downhill for sustained periods of time. General aerobic fitness allows the body to function efficiently with less …

Climbing Kilimanjaro: Vaccinations, Immunizations & Medications

The following information was obtained from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Tanzania. Recommended Vaccinations and Preventive Medications The following vaccines may be recommended for your travel to East Africa. Discuss your travel plans and personal health with a health-care provider to determine which vaccines you will need. Hepatitis A or immune globulin (IG). …

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: Accommodations Before/After the Climb

We provide hotel accommodations before and after climbing Kilimanjaro. Our standard hotel is the Stella Maris Lodge located in Mailisita village, on the outskirts of Moshi. This simple, clean hotel is about 25 minutes by vehicle from Kilimanjaro International Airport. The amenities at the hotel includes: ^ Telephone services ^ Satellite television ^ Rooftop bar/restaurant ^ …