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Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

The last climb, Kilimanjaro, is also known as the "roof of Africa", known altitude is 5895 meters, the highest mountain in Africa. Because of the snow-covered equatorial mountain, and the experience of mysticism that defies all. Because of the altitude, the climate is cool and moisture is plentiful in the basement, and the height increases, temperature goes down, piece by piece, the highest summit of Kilimanjaro can still be seen in a white crown of snow.

Excursions arenon-technical and can be done by anyone reasonably fit. The airport is Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is about 30 minutes from Moshi, which lies at the foot of the mountain. Kilimanjaro, there are buses to the hotel. All hikers are (an official handbook, and possibly) from local sources: There are five routes for high Marangu, Shira, Mweka, Machame and UMBWE be accompanied. The most popular route is the Marangu route, which starts at Marangu Gate at 6,000 yards and hutsand structures along the road. Other roads with picturesque views of the glacier. They are also difficult for the experienced hikers, which require special permission and the use of tents.

The best time to go: January, February and September. These are the driest months, and there are fewer hikers. Wear comfortable enough for the first two days. However, many underestimate the coldness of the mountain over 12,000 feet. Warm clothing is essential andshould be a down-filled parka with hood, fleece shirts, hot pants, pants waterproof and windproof shell thermal underwear, gloves, a wool cap. Good shoes and socks are required for mobility around 15,000 feet, but sturdy shoes, stockings and socks, warm blankets, to the greatest challenge. At this altitude, sun protection is necessary, goggles, sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat with a brim to protect, to your face and neck.

Passports, visas andYellow fever certificate is required for Tanzania. There are exceptions to the visa and vaccinations, but you should check with the Embassy of Tanzania in the community. Try to read everything you can before planning your trip Kilimanjaro climb. Facilitates planning. Plan for the use of a local outfitter. It is very difficult to organize a trip through the transportation, without appropriate. Your experience will be even more interesting if they are not at themany of the details required. You must bring your own equipment. Take the advice of a mortgage. They are trained to recognize the symptoms of altitude sickness, and the mountain is no place to take risks in relation to your health.

Challenge is on Mount Kilimanjaro is both a life experience. A good education and planning is a reminder that few in the world can create shares.

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