14 Things to Know Before You Climb Mount Kilimanjaro in 2023
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- 01 Feb 2023
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This legendary mountain promises to whisk you up to the roof of Africa, to places where snow fills ancient craters above sweeping plains trodden by elephant herds. Before you climb Mount Kilimanjaro, you should know it is not going to be easy. There’s 19,341 feet (5,895 meters) of elevation and several days of hard trekking between you and the summit. But don’t let this deter you because there’s really nowhere quite like it on the planet!
My Experience on Mount Kilimanjaro
Whenever someone asks me about my favorite trekking expeditions on the planet, I know Mount Kilimanjaro will be close to the top. The whole climb up this imposing volcano that soars above the savannahs of the East Africa Rift Valley is a journey I’ll never forget. The scenery is never the same on two days – one day you’re navigating lush forests, the next you’re crossing scree-covered lava fields or staring in the face of glaciers.
Then there’s the human side of this trek. The guides that will take you up and back are much more than just guides. They fast become compadres in an experience that’s going to change your life; sources of encouragement when things get tough (and things WILL get tough on your Kilimanjaro climb!), but also company and companionship in a strange and inhospitable land soaring high in the sky.
I’ve experienced the wonder of this incredible adventure and it’s my hope you will too. Here is my guide to 14 things every hiker should know before they set foot on the Mount Kilimanjaro trails.
1. Mount Kilimanjaro, the Highest Mountain in Africa, is Located in Tanzania
Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa, is located on the fringe of Northern Tanzania. It’s the centerpiece of its very own region – the Kilimanjaro Region – which extends south and east from the mountain itself as it skirts the border with Kenya. The main town here is Moshi, now established as the base for most trekking expeditions on all the main southern routes up to the peak. The nearest major city is the safari-circuit hub of Arusha, some 50 miles (80 kilometers) to the west. Read More…
