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- Porters – carry all of your food and gear.
- Guides – guide you safely and efficiently up the mountain.
- Cooks – provide all meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner).
[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”How is a big mountain Kilimanjaro crew?”]The size of your Kilimanjaro crew depends on how many members are in your climbing group and how much your bags weigh. This ultimately effects how much you will need to tip. According to recommendations set by the Kilimanjaro National Park (KINIPA), each Kilimanjaro porter is allowed to carry a maximum of 20kg (including their own gear).
- Porters – 3 per person
- Lead guide – 1 per group
- Assistant guide – 1 per 2-3 climbers
- Cook – 1 per group
Every single porter and guide is an essential part of the team[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”That seems like a lot of team members? Why so many?”]Kilimanjaro porters are responsible for carrying all gear, tents, cooking supplies and water. Cheaper trekking companies for Kilimanjaro use fewer support staff to lower their costs. However, this comes at the price of overworked or overloaded staff. Every single porter and guide is an essential part of the team. They all work hard to make sure your Kilimanjaro expedition is enjoyable, and above all safe.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”Can I climb without a guide and porters?”]No. According to Tanzanian law, climbing Kilimanjaro without a guide or a porter is illegal. Climbing Kilimanjaro is a challenge and a serious commitment. In order to have a safe and enjoyable trip you need an experienced team of support staff around you.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”What is the difference between a group climb and private climb?”]With a group climb, you will be in a party of up to 16 climbers who have booked with us separately (strangers). Group climbs are scheduled for set dates on set routes. In a private climb, you will be in a party of people you specifically booked with (friends, family, etc.). Private climbs can be scheduled on any date you choose and on any route. There is no maximum number of climbers for a private climb. The service on the mountain is exactly the same.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”What is the best way to increase my chance of making it to the top, before the trip?”]First and foremost, choose a longer route. 7 days should be the minimum and 8 or 9 days is even better. Next, put effort into your training and do it for at least two months, incorporating some long hikes if possible. Third, assemble the right gear for your climb[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”If I climb during the dry season, do I need rain gear?”]Definitely. It can rain and snow all year round. The base of the mountain is in the rainforest. A quality waterproof jacket and pants is an absolute must.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”How much of my gear can my porter carry for me?”]The weight limit is 15 kgs (33 lbs). The sleeping bag is included in the limit. Porters will carry your duffel bag in a waterproof bag.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”How cold does it get on the mountain?”]In general, expect to sleep in temperatures as low as 20F and to hike in temperatures as low as -20F. It can be even colder. Be prepared.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”What kind of food is prepared on the mountain?”]We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, which consist of western style meals.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”Can you cater to special diets?”]We can accommodate vegetarian and vegan diets. For more specific requirements, we will try our best but please contact us to discuss.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”How should I dress for Kilimanjaro?”]You should follow the layering principle when you dress. Layering is a systematic, logical approach to wearing multiple layers of clothing. The layers you will have are: base layer, mid layer, and outer shell. Learn how to use these layer also your guide will brief you before climb and they will brief daily how to dress.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”What safety measures are taken by the staff?”]Our guides are highly experienced to manage altitude sickness, which is the biggest obstacle on the mountain. They are certified Wilderness First Responders. They conduct twice daily health checks to measure your oxygen saturation and pulse. A rescue plan is in place in the event of an emergency. Bottled oxygen, a portable stretcher, and a first aid kit is carried on every climb.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”What happens if someone in my group needs to descend? Does the entire party also have to descend?”]No. We bring multiple guides on every climb so that when a climber needs to descend, it does not affect the rest of the party.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”What do I need to enter Tanzania?”]You will need a passport that is valid for at least six more months. You will also need a flight card which you will receive on the plane. Finally, you need a Tanzanian visa. Read more www.immigration.go.tz[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”What vaccinations or immunizations do I need?”]Nothing is required but many are recommended. A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required for entry into Tanzania when arriving from.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”Where do I fly into?”]Our climbs begin and end in Moshi. Moshi is about 25 miles from Kilimanjaro National Airport (JRO). You should fly into Kilimanjaro National Airport and we can arrange for pick up.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”Can I book a safari on the spot?”]Yes, but we recommend to book in advance so that we can make preparation of your safari before trip begins.[/st_accordion_item][st_accordion_item st_title=”What gear do I need for the safari?”]The only additional item you need for the safari is perhaps binoculars. Other than that, the clothing you have for your climb is sufficient.[/st_accordion_item][/st_accordion]