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debthereb

By debthereb

24 March 2008 16:27

Can anyone recommend a company for climbing Kilimanjaro? I don't want to spend a fortune, but don't want to go with a cowboy company either. Which route is likely to be the quietist & is it better to opt for a 6 day trip (of actual walking)?

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Country Walking magazine

By Country Walking magazine

The Kilimanjaro adventure travel market is crowded and as a result prices have been worn down to a minimum of around £1300-£1600 wherever you look. This price includes flights but always excludes the sometimes small-print-buried 'local payment' or 'National Park fee' which adds an unavoidable further $740 to your bill. The key to enjoying your ascent of Kili is to take as much time as possible over it. Always opt for a six day ascent over five (and go for more still if money and time allow), as this can dramatically improve your odds of not being beaten by the flu-like affects of altitude gained too quickly. The benefits of a gradual approach are also why we would recommend the Rongai route, which offers great views of the Masai plains but most importantly a quiet, steady ascent which offers your best chances of topping out.




Video of the Rongai Route

Kili is a splendid mountain, but a hollow experience if you either fail to get to the top, or suspect your ever-helpful porters or guides aren't getting a fair deal. You'll soon see how hard they work. For that reason we would urge you to select an ATOL or AITO-registered UK operator with a prominent responsible travel policy for your booking.
Among the companies fitting the bill are:

East African Adventure

Exodus

The Adventure Company

KE Adventure

High Places

Walks Worldwide


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littlepie

littlepie says

Re: Can anyone recommend a company for climbing Kilimanjaro?

When you are choosing a route and a company for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro there a few things that you need to consider for a safe and enjoyable trip. Firstly when you are choosing a route start by looking at treks that will give you the best chance of summiting. The more days you spend at altitude the better; the Lemosho Route and Rongai route are usually completed in 7-8 days, while the Machame and Shira are around 5-6. This should be the minimum amount of days that you should consider. Of course the more days you spend on Kilimanjaro, the more expensive the trek; however you will probably only climb Kilimanjaro once, so wouldn't you rather give yourself the best possible chance of success? Absolute Kilimanjaro are a UK based company who specialise in Kilimanjaro treks and cover all the 6 official routes on the mountain, see the website for more advice and prices; http://www.abaolutekilimanjaro.co.uk

19 December 2010 15:17

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andyathome says

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resumedocket said:

At 19,336 feet, snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is Africa's highest peak. It is the world's tallest walkable mountain, and what a walk it is. You go through 5 different climatic zones to reach the summit. Follow the advice and tips below and you should reach the "roof of Africa" in good health.


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Mr Docket,

I see no advice or tips 'below'.  You seem to be talking out of your automatically generated bottom.

 

 

p.s.  How do you do that?

 

29 April 2010 16:20

resumedocket

resumedocket says

RE: Can anyone recommend a company for climbing Kilimanjaro? I don't want to spend a fortune, but don't want to go with a cowboy company either. Which route is likely to be the quietist & is it better to opt for a 6 day trip (of actual walking)?

At 19,336 feet, snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is Africa's highest peak. It is the world's tallest walkable mountain, and what a walk it is. You go through 5 different climatic zones to reach the summit. Follow the advice and tips below and you should reach the "roof of Africa" in good health.


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29 April 2010 12:55

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02 November 2008 13:19

Wayson

Wayson says

RE: Can anyone recommend a company for climbing Kilimanjaro? I don't want to spend a fortune, but don't want to go with a cowboy company either. Which route is likely to be the quietist & is it better to opt for a 6 day trip (of actual walking)?

Climbing mount Kilimanjaro, ROngai route is one of the best routes. Easier and gentle. Kilimanjaro Travel and Safari Adventure Safaris is giving a lot of information and best prices. How ever flight to Kilimanjaro Airport you book by yourself. Their services starts at Kilimanjaro Airport. You arrive there by KLM or Precision Air/Kenya Airways or Ethiopian Airlines. http://www.kilitraveladventurestz.com Go and book online

15 October 2008 19:09

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