Pre-climb training
The old saying is that ‘if you fail to plan, you plan to fail.’ This can hardly be more true than when you are taking on a challenge such as Kilimanjaro. Start your pre-climb training early, then build it up gradually. There is lots to consider here. When should I start, what activities should I be doing? Should I train alone, or get specialist help? What about my diet ?
Everyone is different, so there is no single correct answer. But simply ‘doing nothing’ is not an option. The day after you have decided to climb, that’s the day to begin your training!
Altitude acclimatization
It’s fair to say, the effects of high altitude are one of people’s biggest worries on a Kilimanjaro climb. Nobody can guarantee that you won’t suffer from altitude sickness, and no preparation can guarantee that it won’t affect you.
But by choosing a responsible operator you will significantly reduce your chances of suffering, and by following their advice you will adapt and acclimatize as best as possible to the conditions at altitude.
Discover how to prepare for high altitude on Kilimanjaro
Medical checks
Climbing Kilimanjaro is tough – not dangerous, but it needs to be treated with respect. And that involves consulting with an expert – your doctor – to make sure that you’re fit and good to go.
There are no shortcuts with this, you need to know if there’s any condition that might hamper the progress of your journey to the summit. And we at Easy Travel need to know of any medical conditions you may have.
Find out what medical checks you require before climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro packing list
What you wear, what you take with you on the mountain, will ensure that you are safe and comfortable while you climb.
We have used all our experience to provide you with the necessary advice you need to bring the correct clothes and technical equipment’s.
Discover the full Mount Kilimanjaro packing list you need for your climb
Visa and passport
You don’t want any paperwork problems when you arrive, so make sure you keep up-to-date with the latest visa and passport requirements to enter our beautiful country.
Look upon it as a very important part of your preparation – because that’s exactly what it is!
Find out about the visa and passport requirements for Tanzania
Vaccinations
Don’t take any chances with your trip. It is crucial to ensure that you are up-to-date with vaccines when you visit.
And don’t leave your vaccine planning until the last minute – you should be checking your vaccine status and thinking about what you need, well before your departure date. And if you are not sure, do consult your doctor or vaccination clinic.
Learn which vaccinations and medicines you need to visit Tanzania
Health and safety
Easy Travel are 100% focused on keeping you healthy and safe throughout your Tanzanian adventure. But you can play your part, too.
Many of the unpleasant health issues you might experience when you’re away from home can be avoided, by following a few pieces of good advice.
Read about our recommended health and safety advice for travelling to Tanzania
Travel insurance
There are many good reasons for having good travel insurance, but to book a trip with us, it is an absolute requirement.
And because this is a specialist trip, on which you will climb to nearly 6,000 metres, it is not enough to have an ordinary travel insurance policy. In particular, you need to be specifically covered for high-altitude risks.
Find out which travel insurance you need to climb Mount Kilimanjaro
Travel
Your excitement will begin long before you arrive and continues to build as your journey to Tanzania speeds you on the way towards your Kilimanjaro adventure.
There are many ways of getting to beautiful Tanzania, so let us share our expert advice with you, based on many, many years of experience.
