Preparation for Kilimanjaro
In our experience, the vast majority of prospective Kilimanjaro climbers would benefit from undertaking a well planned strategy of preparation before beginning an ascent of the world’s largest freestanding mountain.
The following are areas you are well advised to pay attention to:
A recommended Kilimanjaro kit list
Why you are advised to train for Kilimanjaro
How to get started on your Kilimanjaro training
Calculating your body’s current cardiovascular efficiency by inputting beep test score
Recommended health requirements for climbing Kilimanjaro
Vaccinations for Kilimanjaro climbers
Flights to Kilimanjaro Airport, or alternative methods of approach
Visas for Kilimanjaro climbers
Frequently Asked Questions for Kilimanjaro climbers -
| Track a Climber | Kilimanjaro Satellite Map |
| Kilimanjaro Climber Reports |
| Today's Kilimanjaro Weather |
| Climb and Safari Locations |
| Frequently asked questions |
| Flight and Transfers |
| Visas |
| Vaccinations |
| Kit List |
| Why Train? |
| Health Requirements |
| Mapping the Mountain |
| Links, Partners & Affiliates |
| Training Tips |
| VO2 Max Beep Test Calculator |
| Arrival and Pre-Climb |
| On the Mountain with Team Kilimanjaro |
| Post-Climb and Departure |
| Kilimanjaro Safety Equipment |
| High Altitude |
| Mountain Sickness |
| Choosing which route to climb |
| Summary of Routes |
| Machame |
| Marangu |
| Umbwe |
| Rongai |
| Lemosho |
| Shira |
| Explanation of Prices | Support Options |
| 2011 Climb Prices |
| 2012 Climb Prices |
| Tipping |
| Cancellation Terms |
| Price Reduction Scheme |
| Historic Climb Prices |
| 2010 Climb Prices |
| 2009 Costs | Notice of Increase |
| Dollar Prices 2009 |
| Dollar Prices 2008 |
| Termination of Published Sterling Rates |
| Dollar Prices 2007 |
| Sterling Prices 2007 |
| Choosing when to Climb Kilimanjaro |
| How to book your climb |
| How to Pay for Your Climb |
| How to Pay for Your Climb | UK Residents |