Climbing a mountain is undoubtedly a momentous achievement that many people (including me) have on their bucket list. However, if you are of an average build and average fitness, this dream can sometimes seem out of reach. With Kilimanjaro being so popular with beginner climbers, the question I was asking myself is if an average […]
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So you are preparing for a Kilimanjaro climb and you are wondering about how long it will take to climb down Kilimanjaro once you have conquered the Uhuru Peak. I was curious too so I did some research. Climbing down Kilimanjaro from the Uhuru peak takes 12 hours of walking. The total actual time you
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When planning to climb Kilimanjaro, you may have wondered what it’s like at the summit and especially the weather up there. I am planning to climb Kilimanjaro and I was wondering about how cold the peak gets, so I did some research. At the Peak of Kilimanjaro, expect temperatures to go as low as -20°F
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Hiking and Trekking are great ways of getting in shape. So if you are planning to climb Kilimanjaro, you may be asking yourself whether this will have any impact on your weight and to what extent. I am planning to do a climb up Kilimanjaro so I did some research on the topic. You should
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If you, like me, have recently asked for a quote for climbing Kilimanjaro, you have most certainly encountered the high total price for your climb (which, by the way, is conveniently tucked at the bottom of the writeup). You may then have wondered why the fees are as expensive as they are and if there
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So I have been thinking of climbing Kilimanjaro and the one thing I am wondering about is whether I am fit enough to make it to the summit of Kilimanjaro. I’ve been doing a ton of research on the topic and here is what I have found so far You only need to have a
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If you’re planning to climb Kilimanjaro as a beginner, you may be asking yourself if you need to get supplemental oxygen to help you make your climb. I was wondering about this myself so I did some research on the topic. You do NOT need oxygen to climb Kilimanjaro. At 19,340 ft above sea level,
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I have been thinking of going to Tanzania to Climb Kilimanjaro and one way that seems like a great idea is saving money by climbing Mt Kilimanjaro in just a day. So I did some research and what I found disappointed. It is impossible for an average person to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro in a day.
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When preparing for an African safari, you may have wondered about the colors you should pack and have asked yourself if you can pack white clothing. I have been on many safaris and know a thing or two on this subject. It is advisable to avoid white clothing when going on an African Safari. Most
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You may have been thinking about climbing Kilimanjaro and are wondering if you can save costs by climbing without a guide. I am planning to do a climb to Kilimanjaro myself and so I did some research. It is NOT possible to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro without a guide. This is because the Tanzanian Government requires
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