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Jun 13, 2024
20+ Swahili Words and Phrases You Should Know to Trek Kilimanjaro
Jambo! Trekking Kilimanjaro is a multi-disciplinary adventure. You need strong legs, formidable resolve and…an elementary proficiency in the local language? While knowing the language is far from mandatory, even a…
Nov 14, 2023
You Can Do It! Our Favorite Unconventional Tips for Climbing Kilimanjaro
You’ve always wanted to climb Kili, but you’re not sure if you’ll be able to summit. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Mount Kilimanjaro is the world’s tallest…
May 02, 2023
What is Camp Life Like on Kilimanjaro?
When you’re trail-weary after hours of trekking Mt. Kilimanjaro, there’s no better sight than the scattered orange tents of a Thomson camp in the distance. Every day of hiking…
Oct 24, 2022
What to Wear on Kilimanjaro: Tips and Recommendations
How do you dress to hike through Kilimanjaro’s five climate zones? From the humid, equatorial heat of the rainforest (high of 70-90 degrees) to the peak’s icy drifts (low of…
Mar 10, 2022
When Should You Climb Kili?
We want to make sure Thomson trekkers are lined up for summit success, and a big part of that means climbing in optimal weather conditions. So, when should you climb…
Nov 20, 2019
Staff Picks: The Most Useful Items on Your Packing List
When packing for Kilimanjaro, you may find yourself thinking, “where do I even start?” Well, don’t worry! We’ve got your back (actually, we’ve got your ‘back-pack’ covered). Fresh off of…
Jul 02, 2019
Do I Need Oxygen to Climb Kilimanjaro?
It’s a question we’re asked all the time—which makes sense given Kilimanjaro’s epic proportions! On Everest climbs, bringing supplemental oxygen is a matter of course, and some companies tell trekkers…
Mar 18, 2019
14 Tips from a Staffer and Recent Kilimanjaro Trekker
My name is John King. I’m one of Thomson Safaris’ staffers, and I recently summited Kilimanjaro on the Western Approach route. I’m a novice mountaineer, and…
