How To Properly Climb Mount Kilimanjaro
Climbing an enormous mountain certainly doesn’t take a lot of equipment, dangerous peril, or even a lot of money. Mount Kilimanjaro is an example of such a mountain that enables the average tourist to climb the entire scale of the mountain without any prior experience in climbing mountains.
The first thing to do before even thinking about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is to get a physical from a physician. While tourists can make the climb without having an incredible body build, they also shouldn’t try to do so without at least an average health status. Anyone with certain conditions, such as a late pregnancy, may also want to steer clear from this action due to the risks a high elevation may place on the human body.
With Mount Kilimanjaro being as large as it is, there of course multiple routes that one can take. In this sense, one could climb Mount Kilimanjaro multiple times, and still have a different experience each time. Like many other mountains, Mount Kilimanjaro has many different environments from desert to dense forests- making for quite the trip no matter which route is finally decided on.
Because there are different routes, and travelers will have different paces, the time to get up the mountain can differ. On average, however, it takes around 5 days to get to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. This can be delayed or shortened due to weather conditions, accidents, and other happenings- so be sure to pack enough supplies to last a long enough time period to survive an extended period of time.
The oxygen levels of Mount Kilimanjaro will differ based on elevation. At the top, there is around one half the amount of oxygen present at the base of the mountain. This means that one should take a slower pace while at the top, take frequent breaks, and try not to get too physical or else fatigue will set in. After all, it’s best to enjoy the scenery instead of make it a point to get to the top the fastest.
Before planning out a trip, try working out in a gym and make it a goal to be able to carry the weight of the necessary supplies with extreme ease. This is important because carrying the supplies around for days on end can be extremely tiring, and having more muscle will greatly help one’s endurance.
Final Thoughts
As fun as it sounds, Mount Kilimanjaro is still a dangerous mountain to deal with. Always be prepared for the worst, plan enough to account for everything that can go wrong, and have the backing of a physician before finally setting out to bravely climb the mountain.
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