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Kilimanjaro National Park Travel Guide: 162 reviews and 311 photos

A porter at Shira - Kilimanjaro National Park

In September 2003 I had the pleasure of going to Tanzania to hike on the highest mountain in Africa: Kilimanjaro. We used Marangu hotel as our tour guide and we went for the Machame route. On these pages you will find information about my experience when it comes to high altitude trekking. I hope that this can be of help to others who are planning to hike on the highest free standing mountain in the world. And did I make it to Uhuru Peak at 5895 meters? I guess you'll have to read to find out :-)

Pros and Cons

Pros:Great views, satisfying to achive a goal like this
Cons:Altitude sickness, expensive, a bit harder than expected
In a nutshell:Amazing views, lots of fresh air and the chance of getting to the highest point in Africa

Last visit to Kilimanjaro National Park: Oct 2003
Intro Written Feb 7, 2004
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Reviews (15)

Walking with my poles - Kilimanjaro National Park

Bring walking poles What to Pack (6)

I don’t use this when I walk here in Norway but it was really nice to have these “helpers” on the Kilimanjaro. If you... more travel advice

It's Kili time - Kilimanjaro National Park

Have a beer! Local Customs (1)

It seems like beer is quite popular and the most sold brands are called Kilimanjaro lager and Kibo Gold :-) It was great... more travel advice

Gard at Stella Point - Kilimanjaro National Park

Sun protection! Warnings and Dangers (2)

Sun protection is important! We saw quite a few that had been a bit fried in the sun. Remember that Kilimanjaro is... more travel advice

In Goretex at Shira - Kilimanjaro National Park

How much does it cost? Favorites (3)

There is no doubt that does cost to climb a mountain like Kilimanjaro. In the table below I have tried to summarize what... more travel advice

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Home made food at Marangu Hotel
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Written Feb 16, 2004

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Day by day diary - Machame route

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barryg23 Oct 11, 2009 at 2:39 PM

very helpful tips and an excellent description of the trek. we're hoping to do the same route next year.
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hayward68 Jan 20, 2007 at 10:21 AM

Great detailed tips, thanks for sharing. Might do Kili next year with some friends.
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fishandchips Oct 5, 2006 at 1:07 PM

Outstanding info - especially on your external Kili pages which I have been through. Kili is on my travel wish list & plan to do it one day. Thanks for sharing. Guy
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JessH Sep 13, 2006 at 1:09 AM

Hello Gard. Superb tips & gorgeous photos, I really enjoyed your insights on this magical climb! Greetings from the desert :-) Jess
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Geisha_Girl Aug 22, 2006 at 8:24 PM

Gard, thank you so much for posting your diary here. We lived the experience thru your writings. I read it over and over and still get knots in my stomach. Excitement? Fear? Not sure, but we shall soon see. Wonderful description of this amazing journey.
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Pawtuxet Oct 22, 2005 at 4:54 AM

An unforgettable trip, to be sure. I'm going to leave the climbing to all of you. Thanks for the tour and wonderful photos.
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JulesH Sep 10, 2005 at 5:50 AM

Hi Gard, excellent pointers which I'll bear in mind. Only two weeks to go until my trip...can't wait :) Thanks Jules
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Bonobo2005 Mar 12, 2004 at 11:59 PM

Hey, Great, I enjoyed your great-to-read diary!! A very complete set of tips as well. It seems that you were equipped & prepared even for climbing Everest ;-)... !
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jackfruit Feb 15, 2004 at 4:18 PM

Hey Gard - You've finally started on your Kili page - Hey, thanks for all the help before my climb! I did it and it felt great to stand atop Uhuru!!! Cheers - Sunita