Climbing Kilimanjaro is neither easy nor cheap, but if you have always dreamed of climbing Africa’s highest mountain on a journey of self-discovery and adventure, there are endless reasons why you should turn that dream into a reality in 2015. Kilimanjaro is now easily accessible from all major international airports, and if you book your…
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Climb Kilimanjaro – Great Value Total Lunar Eclipse Small Group Expedition
Many people list ‘Climbing Kilimanjaro’ as a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, and when you stand at Uhuru Peak some 5,895metres above sea level, the first thing you say to yourself is “amazing – but never again!”, but the truth is, this mighty mountain gets under your skin, and once you conquered it, it is only a matter…
Climbing Kilimanjaro’s Barranco Wall – How Challenging is it?
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is every bit as exciting and thrilling as it may seem, but if there is one obstacle on Africa’s highest mountain that seems to get everyone panicking, it would have to be the mighty Barranco Wall. Many of Kilimanjaro’s popular routes such as the Machame Route and the Lemosho Route meet up…
Climbing Kilimanjaro – Inspirational Stories to help you reach Uhuru Peak
If you dream of climbing Africa’s highest mountain – Mount Kilimanjaro, but are worried that you are too old, too unfit, or simply too cool to dress in unfashionable mountain gear for a week – worry not! There are people older than you, less fit than you, and more fashionable that you climbing this impressive…
Worried About Going Hungry on Kilimanjaro? Worry Not! Here’s a Typical Daily Menu…
I have been researching Aconcagua Climbing Companies recently, and was surprised to find that, while many companies offer a good service, many climbers complain that they are not getting enough food during their 18-day trek! With food being one of ‘the’ most important factors of any expedition, I cannot believe that some companies would cut…
Kilimanjaro Escorted Tour – Lunar Eclipse – 9-Day Machame Route – Departure Date 21st September 2015
Many people list climbing Mount Kilimanjaro as a lifelong dream adventure, so why not join us on our 2015 Lunar Eclipse Escorted Tour, and make your journey to the Roof of Africa even more spectacular! A rare treat that only happens once or twice per year, a Lunar Eclipse is a truly amazing sight, and…
How hard is it to climb Kilimanjaro?
If you are thinking about climbing Africa’s highest mountain in 2014 or 2015, you probably have a long list of questions including… Which route should I climb? What time of year should I climb? Am I fit enough to climb? And How hard is it to climb Mount Kilimanjaro? They are all good questions, and…
Climb Kilimanjaro 2014 – On Any Day of the Year!
If you would like to climb Kilimanjaro in 2014, but can’t find any schedules that fit in with your annual leave, you will be pleased to know that you can climb Mount Kilimanjaro on ANY day of the year by simply booking a private tour. A private climb up Kilimanjaro can work out just a…
Packing for Kilimanjaro – What you need to Take and Why you need to Take it!
If you intend to be one of the +/- 40,000 people who climb Mount Kilimanjaro this year, there are certain things you need to pack to ensure your passage to the ‘Roof of Africa’ is a smooth one. While not a technical mountain, Kilimanjaro is not a mountain you can climb in jeans and trainers…
New Budget Airline Heading to Kilimanjaro
If you would like to climb Kilimanjaro, but are worried about the ever rising costs of airfare, then you will be pleased to know that FastJet, Africa’s first low-cost airline back by EasyJet founder Stelios Haji-Ioannou, is now operating daily flights from Dar Es Salaam to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Flights from European and American Airports…
The Seven Summits – Why not cross one off your Bucket List in 2013!
December is upon us, it is snowing like crazy here in the Austrian Alps, and we have just over four weeks to go until we step into a New Year. 2012 has been a year to remember, and while we managed to cross “Climb Kilimanjaro” off our Bucket List, we also managed to add a…
Could Mount Kilimanjaro be Ice-free by 2060?
One of the most awe-inspiring and impressive sights you can expect to witness during your adventure to Uhuru Peak, the glaciers of Mount Kilimanjaro are like walls of glistening ice against a space-like landscape. Shining proudly against the morning sun for over 10,000 years, these magnificent glaciers have endured droughts, warms spells, and numerous sandstorms,…
