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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…
Nov 06, 2023
Only on Kilimanjaro: Giant Groundsels
As the highest mountain in Africa, Kilimanjaro itself is pretty outstanding. But as a free-standing mountain whose climate zones become progressively less like the ground-level landscape the further you ascend,…
Jul 05, 2023
From Head to Toe: 15 Kilimanjaro Gear Recommendations from Thomson Staff
Wondering where to start when you’re gearing up for Kilimanjaro? Our trekking experts have built a list of our top gear recommendations for you. From boots to bags, sunglasses and…
Jun 17, 2023
100% of Guides With Thomson Successfully Renewed Wilderness First Responder Course certification
We’re pleased to announce that all of your guides with Thomson renewed their Wilderness First Responders (WFR) certification during their recent WFR training course! This course…
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…
How to Layer for Kilimanjaro
Staying warm and dry is imperative for a successful trek, but you can achieve it easily if you know how to properly layer. Each layer has a specific and…
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…
Why Jimmy Chin Recommends Thomson for Your Kilimanjaro Trek [PODCAST]
University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons Jimmy Chin weighs in on his trek with Thomson “I would recommend Thomson in…
Mar 20, 2022
Welcome to Kilimanjaro’s Rainforest
Below the arctic peak of Kilimanjaro, a misty jungle covers the mountain slopes. Moss-covered trees, seas of ferns and elusive monkeys abound in one of the Seven Summits’ only rainforests.
Mar 15, 2022
Must-Have Kilimanjaro Gear Recommendations from Guests
When you’re trying to pack for Kilimanjaro and keep your duffel bag under the strict 33-pound limit, every item counts. So, do you really need gaiters? What about a nasal…
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 is the best…
Aug 18, 2021
How High Did You Just Climb? Visualizing 19,341 Feet
Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest point. But that statement alone doesn’t do it justice. If you’re trying to explain just how high Kilimanjaro is to someone, here are a…
