Staying Dry on Your Trek
There is a good chance during a trek in Tusker country it will rain or snow. Most adventure travelers gear up to stay warm paying less attention to staying dry. Big mistake because getting wet especially in cold conditions can
6 Things You Must Bring With You to Climb Kilimanjaro
Find out the essential items you need to make your climb safe and enjoyable.
How To Winterize For Treks
Everest Base Camp and Kilimanjaro’s summit temps are below freezing. Patagonia and Mongolia are warmer, but not that much on windy and wet days
The Top 17 Jackets to Pack for Climbing Kilimanjaro
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.
Kilimanjaro: Tech 101
If you want 21st century tech on Kilimanjaro you need to do your homework, spend some extra money and don’t be surprised if your devices are not 100 percent connecting effectively. Don’t get frustrated by difficult connections. Tech angst only
The 7 shades of Kilimanjaro
When you climb Kilimanjaro you need to protect yourself from the sun. That’s as obvious as the nose on your face, but are you truly protecting your nose
Sleeping Bags for Tusker Travelers
When you travel with Tusker make sure your sleeping bag is up to date and can deal with various weather elements on each trip. A summer weight bag will not be warm enough on Kilimanjaro or at Everest Base Camp
Kilimanjaro – 6 Quick Prep Tips
Climbing Kilimanjaro is not your ordinary trip and what works for you, sailing in the Caribbean or hiking in the Rockies, will likely not transcend to Tanzania