You would think that booking your Kilimanjaro climb would be the easiest part of your journey to the Roof of Africa, but with hundreds of different climbing companies and tour types to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. You could choose to go with one of the many charity climbs…
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Kilimanjaro Campsites: What You Need to Know
Climbing Kilimanjaro is one of the most exciting, nerve-wracking and rewarding things that you can do in your lifetime. Not only is it a member of the mighty Seven Summits, Kilimanjaro is Africa’s tallest mountain, and the highest freestanding mountain in the world, and so standing on top of its snow-capped peak is a real…
Kilimanjaro Flights: Bargain Deals for Every Month of the Year
Climbing Kilimanjaro is not what one would call a cheap holiday, and understandably so. Taking you up Africa’s highest mountain takes a whole lot of planning and a whole lot of mountain crew, and while it can be tempting to cut corners and go with a budget operator offering cut-price climbs, Africa’s highest mountain is…
The Umbwe Route: Tackling Kilimanjaro’s Most Difficult Route to the Roof of Africa
According to Tanzania National Parks, Mount Kilimanjaro attracts some 50,000 climbers every year. A Bucket List adventure for many, Kilimanjaro is accessible, affordable, and achievable for anyone who is mentally and physically prepared for the challenge ahead, but the increasing number of visitors make for a very crowded climb, particularly during peak travel months, and…
Mountain Biking Kilimanjaro: Taking Adventure to the Next Level!
If you want to climb Kilimanjaro in 2017, but dream of doing something a little more adventurous, then why not book a Kilimanjaro Mountain Biking Expedition, where you can both hike and cycle to the ‘Roof of Africa’ and enjoy one almighty downhill ride! A relatively new concept on Africa’s highest mountain, Mountain Biking Expeditions…
17 Reasons to Climb Kilimanjaro in 2017
Climbing Kilimanjaro is perhaps, the world’s number #1 Bucket List Adventure, and if you dream of doing something amazing this year, Africa’s highest mountain could be the perfect trip for you. While climbing Kilimanjaro is not easy (by any means!), it is not technically challenging either, and providing you have a good level of physical…
Kilimanjaro, Safari & Zanzibar: The Perfect Trio for Your Trip to Tanzania
Tanzania is fast becoming one of the world’s most popular holiday destinations, and when you consider just how many amazing attractions this East African gem has to offer, it’s no surprise that thousands of travellers flock here each year. Home of the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti Plains, the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Lake…
Want to Climb Kilimanjaro in 2017? Here’s Why the 8-Day Lemosho Route Should Be Your Number #1 Choice!
A New Year is almost upon us, and if 2017 is going to be the year in which you Climb Kilimanjaro, now is the perfect time to start planning your trip to the Roof of Africa, budgeting for your expedition, and booking your flights to JRO International where your adventure will begin. Climbing Kilimanjaro is…
24 Hours on Kilimanjaro: A Typical Day on Africa’s Highest Mountain
Whether you are currently planning your trip to the Roof of Africa, or if you have already booked your Kilimanjaro Expedition, chances are, you have a lot of questions about what day-to-day life is like on Africa’s highest mountain. It’s hard to prepare for something when you don’t know what to expect, so here is…
Kilimanjaro Full Moon Dates 2017
Are you going to Climb Kilimanjaro in 2017? If so, why not make your expedition to the Roof of Africa even more spectacular by climbing under a full moon! There’s something quite special about hiking to Stella Point (or Gilman’s Point) and Uhuru Peak with nothing more than the soft glow of the moonlight to…
Choosing the Right Company for Your Kilimanjaro Expedition
Out of all the seven Summits, Kilimanjaro is probably the cheapest mountain to climb, but as with any major ‘tourist’ attraction, it is surrounded by climbing companies that do it right, and climbing companies that do not. If you want to be a “responsible traveller”, it is important that the people of Tanzania benefit from…
Climbing Kilimanjaro: Lemosho Route vs. Machame Route
Climbing Kilimanjaro is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many, and so it is essential that you do it right! You need to find a reputable climbing company with years of experience, you need to prepare yourself mentally and physically for the expedition ahead of you, but perhaps most importantly of all, you need to decide which…
