5 Myths (and Facts) About Mount Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro is a mythical mountain that spews new and old myths from its volcanic core.
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Kilimanjaro is a mythical mountain that spews new and old myths from its volcanic core.
What’s the best jacket to pack for climbing Kilimanjaro? This is a question we get often – and one we are happy to help you find the answer to. In short, you’ll need several jackets to comfortably (and safely) climb Kilimanjaro. That’s because, when you climb from the base of Mount Kilimanjaro all the way to the summit, you’ll be hiking through five different climate zones that each come with their own unique weather conditions. This may sound like a tricky situation to pack for – but don’t worry. Our team of experts have done this trek many
Wondering what kind of training you need for Kilimanjaro? Standing at 19,341 feet, Mount Kilimanjaro requires serious mental, physical, and emotional endurance from start to finish. The strenuous climb – combined with the high altitudes – causes nearly 60% of climbers to leave the trails without ever taking a selfie at the Kilimanjaro summit. So, how can you get the right training that will increase your chances of seeing the view from the Roof of Africa? Our Top 5 Ways to Train for Kilimanjaro Altitude In the words of Benjamin Franklin, “If you fail to plan, you are planning
Wondering how high you’ll be if you summit Mount Kilimanjaro? The Roof of Africa is approximately 19,341 feet above sea level. That’s indeed a big trek – and not one everyone completes, for a mixture of reasons. But by far the biggest reason people blame for Kilimanjaro’s paltry 40% summit success rate is the high altitude. In fact, in order to increase their chances of reaching Uhuru Peak, many hikers ask their doctors about Diamox, a prescription that may be able to prevent or lessen the effects of high altitude on your body. So what is Diamox, is it really
Mount Kilimanjaro is loaded with facts. Here’s 8 things you might not know about this majestic mountain.
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