Weather & Climate Zone

Mount Kilimanjaro is a wide park.

Five climate zones are distinctly contained in the region.

ZONE 1 : Rain Forest

It’s a green tropical area of the mountain with so many types/species of plants and

wildlife animals. It’s always warm and humid. The forest enriches the mountain

just like an 'old man's beard'. Colobus monkeys and baboons are also likely to be seen here.

Elevation: 1,800 m - 2,800 m

Temperature: 21 C - 25 C

ZONE 2 : Heath

This zone is a ‘Gift for the eyes.’ Magnificent views, to be witnessed as soon as you

enter this zone. It is characterized by tussock grasses, giant heathers and scrubby shrubs.

This zone is drier than Forest Zone and it is more alike to Scottish highlands.

Elevation: 2,800 m - 3,400 m

Temperature: 10-27 C

ZONE 3 : Moorland

The moorland extends heath zone's vegetation type, such as the alien-looking giant

groundsels that tower overhead. Plants in this region develop an adaption mechanism which

helps them to thrive under severe environmental conditions such as quite low temperatures.

Elevation : 3,400 m - 4,000 m

Temperature: 0-10 C

ZONE 4 : Alpine

It is a barren region with scarcity of water characterized by few plants which survive in

desert-like environment. This zone consists of rocky landscape and panoramic views.

Elevation : 4,000 m - 5,000 m

Temperature: 0 - (-4) C

ZONE 5 : Arctic

This zone is dominated by huge glaciers and large boulders. The area is dry and cold,

characterized by temperature well below freezing point during night hours. Intense

sunlight during daytime is also expected.

Elevation: 5,000 m-5,890 m

Temperature: - 4 - (-12) C

Acclimatization

It is not only a matter of physical fitness which guarantees reaching the top of highest mountains

which goes above 4,000 meters. At high altitude amount of oxygen goes down below normal

average intake, so it is very easy to develop altitude sickness which mostly is characterized

by persistent headaches. Ascending up to a certain elevation and descending to lower

elevation for overnight is called ‘Acclimatization.’

“Go high sleep low” is the motto. This process facilitates success summits in our climbs.

Our packages ensure that you’ll have at least

one to two days to acclimatize properly.

We really love to summit with our trekkers and acclimatization is the key

bridge to success summit. We advise our clients to hike in areas which go above

3,000 meters to adapt to the weather before trekking to Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Safety

Travel insurance covering hiking at this altitude is of outmost importance.

Hiking on high mountains involve dangers like accidents or medical problems.

So it is essential that risks like these are being covered within an insurance.

Our guides and the rest of the personnel are well trained to make that every step our trekkers

take is safe. They are certified with WFR (Wilderness First Respondents) and First Aid Instructors certificates. "Safety is our priority, and summits are achievements we strive under highest

possible safety". We ensure that the number of guides per climb meet the standards

of Parks as well as number of crew per pax.

What to Pack?

Clothing: Insulated down Jacket, Synthetic T-shirts, Fleece Sweater, glove liners with proof gloves,

pair of leggings, warmer hiking pants, sun hat, balaclava, long sleeve shirts, hiking pants,

leg gaiters, wind pants, wind jacket.

Gear: Mittens, battery bank, pocket knife, Walking shoes, trekking waterproof boots, back pack,

UV blocking sunglasses, 3 nelgens, headlamp, trekking poles, duffle bag, sleeping pads.

Flying to Tanzania

While visiting Tanzania, visitors are required to have a valid passport with at least 6 months before its expiration. Visa can be obtained for $50 and $100 for US citizen.

Visa can also be obtained after arriving at airport but we recommend obtaining Visa in advance

of landing to avoid odd circumstance. There is also online service for obtaining Visa but we strongly recommend to consult your embassy or your visa agency to be assured before obtaining it.

What to Know before Traveling

Main languages are Swahili and English. Credits cards are not mostly used.

We recommend travel insurance which covers evacuations.

Only TZS can be withdrawn from ATMs. Visa is obtained upon arrival on cash.