If you are looking for an adventure on your next overseas vacation, it would be hard to find a better destination than Mount Kilimanjaro. Standing at over 5,500 metres in elevation, Kilimanjaro is the highest point in Africa and the highest freestanding mountain in the world.
Kilimanjaro is an excellent introduction to the world of high-altitude climbing because it doesn’t require any technical climbing experience, and anyone who is fit, healthy, and determined has a good chance of reaching the summit. In order to be properly prepared for a crack at climbing Kilimanjaro, you will need to train hard and bring all the necessary gear. Below, you’ll find some essential items that you should make sure to pack, what to wear, info on what not to bring and some common FAQs.