10 Years On: What Kilimanjaro Meant to Me

When we think of Kilimanjaro, we think of that lone standing volcanic peak that peers out from the clouds beneath, with a handful of giraffes stood in the foreground. Spoiler alert: I never saw any giraffes in the near vicinity of the Kilimanjaro National Park. But the volcano is stood among greenery and that infamous …

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Kilimanjaro: Kit List On A Budget

A lot of Kilimanjaro kit lists out there are flooded with affiliate links or are websites trying to flog their own gear. While there is nothing wrong with this, often these products are not budget friendly. When I climbed Kilimanjaro I had no job, no savings, or no sponsor. I was supported by myself. I …

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6 Tips for Climbing Kilimanjaro

Kilimanjaro is located in Tanzania and it stands at 5895m. As you approach this single standing mountain from Moshi, you'll understand why they call Uhuru Peak the "roof of Africa". There are 6 possible routes to the summit, but the route you select depends on your experience and budget. I did the Machame route, which …

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