08/05/2025
Dreaming of Climbing Kilimanjaro? Here's What You Need to Do:
Ready to take on Africa’s highest peak? Climbing Kilimanjaro is achievable — with the right mindset, training, and preparation. Here’s how to get started:
Start Walking Regularly – Build your base fitness. Long walks, hills, and consistency are key. Get out into the hills if you can.
Boost Your Cardio & Strength – Think stair climbs, leg workouts, and endurance training.
Get Comfortable in Hiking Boots – Break them in now. Learn ways to tie them to secure them properly. Your feet will thank you later.
Sort Your Gear Early – Getting the right clothing, layering is key, do your layers still fit when they are on top of each other. Make sure you have a comfortable back pack and it fits you and it fits your gear. Make sure that you have Nalgene bottles for summit night, these need to be hard plastic that can take boiling water, check them before you go, it’s still worth taking a hydration pack for the rest of the trek, - the right gear makes all the difference.
Stay Inspired – It’s a mental game too. Think about how you are going to feel on the mountain. What will you do to help you push on when things start to feel tough or if things start to get a little uncomfortable.
If you're ready for the challenge, let's start preparing now! We have a weekend meet up once a month for anyone booked on our treks or expeditions, they are invaluable for sharing information and learning about the effect of Altitude on the body.
