Mt. Kilimanjaro Resources
We have collected a handful of good links, pictures, movies -and other resources - to help you on the mountain.
Good Kilimanjaro Picture Website
This is a great picture and reference site for climbing Kilimanjaro. The facts and figures link is a great one to check out because it breaks down the distances and time between the various camps. The time is relative for each group as it depends upon how much you stop, and if you have a lunch during the day.
Read Kilimanjaro Pictures
Date: February 27th, 2006 |
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Tanzania Visa
You need visas for both Kenya and Tanzania. You can purchase a visa for Tanzania at the border town, Namanga, on arrival from Kenya. You can get a 7-day transit visa in Kenya if you are coming from Nairobi airport - cost is $20 - and going into Tanzania. Tourist visas are also avaiable on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and Dar es Salaam. They are usually single entry.
Please Note: Visa regulations change from time to time and it’s best to double-check, call the embassy to confirm, or even consider purchasing your visa in advance. There is both …
Date: November 23rd, 2005 |
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Medical Insurance For Kilimanjaro
Almost all mountaineering companies make you get some sort of medical insurance for your climb up Kilimanjaro. If you don’t have any medical insurance that will cover you climbing a mountain, in a different country, then it’s best you shop for a policy in case something happens. Plus, most foreign companies will not take you up the mountain, unless you can provide proof of insurance. I am sure there are some local companies in Tanzania that don’t care if you have insurance, but that’s a risk you choose to take.
Date: November 2nd, 2005 |
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Meet the Park Warden in Marangu
If you really want to meet the Kilimanjaro park warden, you can usually find him, or one of his representatives at the Marangu park gate in the office building. Usually they are quite busy, according to the secretary, but sometimes you are able to get an audience with him.
Date: October 21st, 2005 |
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Elevations and Distances for Lemosho Route
This is an outline of elevations, distances and hiking times for the Lemosho route. All of these are estimates and have a small margin of error depending upon where you measure them from, your pace of travel, and the exact trails you choose to take.
Lemosho Route Details
Date: September 27th, 2005 |
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How to Get Diamox for Altitude Sickness
Diamox, also known as Acetazolamide, is a prescription for altitude sickness, making it easier to keep climbing the mountain. In order to get Diamox, call your doctor, tell them where they are going, what altitude you will be at, and how long you will be on the mountain. Ask for enough tablets to cover another trip later, if you should go again. Are you only going to assent on this trip? In other words, you want enough so you don’t have to call back in 6 months.
Select a pharmacy close to your home and get their phone …
Date: December 5th, 2005 |
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KCMC Hospital
If you have a medical emergency in Tanzania, or on the mountain, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre, known as KCMC, is the best place to go if you have a serious medical emergency. They can treat most everything, including malaria. The hospital is located outside a few miles outside of Moshi on Sokoin Rd. It’s one of the most well-respected hospitals in Tanzania and has hundreds of foreigners working there.
Date: November 22nd, 2005 |
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IMAX Kilimanjaro Movie
Orginally presented by IMAX theaters, this is a trekking movie about climbing Africa’s highest mountain, the fabled Kilimanjaro. If you are thinking of, or planning to, climb Kili and want some serious inspiration, maybe consider buying this Kilimanjaro video, To the Roof of Africa
Date: October 25th, 2005 |
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Elevations and Distances for Marangu Route
This is an outline of elevations, distances and hiking times for the Marangu route. All of these are estimates and have a small margin of error depending upon where you measure them from, your pace of travel, and the exact trails you choose to take.
Marangu Route Details:
Date: September 28th, 2005 |
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Elevations and Distances for Machame Route
This is an outline of elevations, distances and hiking times for the Machame route. All of these are estimates and have a small margin of error depending upon where you measure them from, your pace of travel, and the exact trails you choose to take.
Machame Route Breakdown:
Date: September 26th, 2005 |
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