Mount Kilimanjaro offers trekers a journey through five distinct ecosystems filled with a magical variety of conditions, wildlife, and scenery ending with a view from the top of the world. It’s a life-changing excursion that requires a lot of planning. Start here with our quick tips for planning your Mount Kilimanjaro adventure.
1. Pack Thoughtfully
You will want to pack everything you need for 5 – 8 days in the wilderness for hot and cold weather conditions. However, you also want to keep your bags as light as possible, as you’ll need to carry them with you the entire way.
Some of the items you’ll need to pack include:
– Sleeping bag
– Hiking boots
– Trekking poles
– First aid kit
– Food and water
– Hiking clothes (multiple layers)
– Camera
– Phone/charger
– Personal hygiene products
2. Pick the Right Route
There are seven different routes you can take to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. The routes all have unique offerings and different difficulty levels.
The seven trails you will find in your Kilimanjaro routes map are:
– Marangu (5-6 days; Difficulty level: Low)
– Machame (6-8 days; Difficulty level: Medium)
– Lemosho (7-8 days; Difficulty level: Medium)
– Shira (7-8 days; Difficulty level: Medium)
– Rongai (6-7 days; Difficulty level: Low)
– Northern Circuit (9-10 days; Difficulty level: High)
– Umbwe (5-6 days; Difficulty level: High)
3. Prepare for a Challenge
When you reach the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, you will feel a sense of accomplishment rarely experienced in life. However, it will be a challenge to reach your goal.
Contact Climb Kili for more information.
