How do I prepare for climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro? What equipment will I need?

No shortage of digital ink has been spilled on this topic. Even so, every article we’ve read seemed to be missing a little something.

Based on our Kilimanjaro climb experience, here are the nuts and bolts of what an average, ordinary hiker will need for a Kilimanjaro climb. Well address choosing a Kilimanjaro route, costs, equipment and hiking gear, ways to avoid and manage altitude sickness and other illnesses, and whether or not you really need to train for a Kilimanjaro climb.

Dont worry, its not as daunting as it sounds. Skip Ahead:

• Choosing a Kilimanjaro Climbing Route
• When to Climb Kilimanjaro
• Cost to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro
• Key Gear and Equipment for Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
• Avoiding and Managing Altitude Sickness on Kilimanjaro
• Medication and Water Purification
• Advice on Summit Day
• Do I Need to Train for Kilimanjaro?

Article Series – Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

1. Climbing Kilimanjaro: Life Lessons from the Top of Africa
2. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: Day by Day
3. Climb Kilimanjaro: Equipment and Preparation

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