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:: Mount Kilimanjaro
Its majestic bulk evokes the words
of Hemmingway in his book, THE SNOWS
OF KILIMANJARO, “As far as you can
see, as wide as the whole world,
high and unbelievably white in the
sun, lays the flat Peak of
Kilimanjaro”.
At 5896m Kilimanjaro is Africa’s
highest Mountain, the highest
free–Standing Mountain in the world
and one of its highest dormant
volcanoes. It is one of the world’s
most accessible high Summits a
beacon for visitors from around the
world.
Most climbers reach the crater rim
with little more than a walking
stick, proper clothing and
determination. But, there is more to
it than the Summit. A journey up her
slopes takes you on a climatic world
tour, from the tropics to the
arctic. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
is a fascinating and surprisingly
easy experience. Any one over 12
years of age, possessing a pair of
good lungs and fit enough to walk 20
km a day may attempt to reach the
SUMMIT – UHURU PEAK.
Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing - Hiking
Safaris
5 days / 4 nights Rongai Route
5 days / 4 nights Marangu Route
6 days / 5 nights Machame Route
6 days / 5 nights Umbwe Route
6 days / 5 nights Shira Route
Mweka Route
Mount Meru
General Information
EQUIPMENT
AND CLIMBING GEARS
Climbers following the recommended
routes to the summit of kibo Peak
need no specialized climbing
equipment. Only warm clothing,
gloves, a hut or balaclava, boots
with extra socks, sunglasses or
goggles, sun-protective cream and a
walking stick are required. A water
bottle able to hold 1 to 2 liters of
water is quite useful. Light snacks
such as sweets, biscuits and fruits,
are a good source of maintaining
energy. Further useful items include
a torch, toilet paper, gaiters and a
little cash as beer and sodas are
sold at the huts on the Marangu
Route. Most extra items of clothing
needed on the climb up the Mountain
may be hired from our company. These
include: Dacron jackets, Iceland
Sweater, Under jackets, Under
trousers, Socks, Boots, Rain coats,
Gloves, Overnight bags, Foam mats,
Goggles, Kit bags, Gaiters and
Walking sticks.
HEALTH ON THE MOUNTAIN
Altitude is often a problem while
climbing Mountain Kilimanjaro. If
you know you are susceptible to this
you are advised to inform your
guide. Symptoms include bad
headache, nausea, vomiting and
severe fatigue. It can be avoided by
ascending slowly and if at all
possible spending an extra day half
way up to acclimatizes. Descending
to a lower altitude can cure it. At
the manifestation of any or all of
these symptoms the patient should be
immediately brought down the
mountain. The Hut Guardians or
Rescue Rangers at Kibo or Shira Huts
should be informed immediately.
REGULATIONS AND POINT TO REMEMBER
1. Any body with a respiratory
infection, sore throat, cold, cough
or high temperature should never
climb above 2750m. (A little above
Mandara Hut).
2. Children under 10 years of age
may not climb above 2700m.
3. Use the recommended tourist
routes and climbing schedules
suggested by your organizer.
4. Overnight stops at huts along the
route allow your body time to
acclimatize to the increasing
altitude.
5. Do not underestimate the effect
of high altitude. Rushing the climb
exhausts the climber, diminishes his
chance of achieving his goal and
increases his chances of being
struck by a serious attach of high
altitude sickness. Walking at a
slow, steady pace is definitely
recommended.
6. It is important to keep dry and
take regular rest. When resting use
extra garments to maintain warmth.
7. Carry not less than 1.5 liters of
fluid with you. Drink regularly and
as much as possible. Your water
intake should be between 3 – 5
liters per day depending on
altitude.
8. Listen to the advice of your
guide as much as possible. Your
water intake should be between 4 to
6 liters per day depending on
altitude. Listen to the advice of
your guide.
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