How to Prepare for Your Mt. Kilimanjaro Hike in 4 Essential Video Lessons

November 21, 2009

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Special thanks go to Larry Garber for providing such amazing Kili tips! His advice is just essential for a successful and hassle-free climb.

Want to learn some more? You are more than welcome to also read my special “Tips on Clothing and Equipment for Your Kilimanjaro Climb” article. Enjoy!

Broadcaster: LDGarber

Video Lesson 1: Your Backpack!

In this video you’ll learn about the following:

- Backpack essentials.

- Camelback water units.

- Waterproofing.

- Layering (clothes needed according to weather forecast).

Video Lesson 2: Boots and Hygiene!

Themes discussed:

- Footwear and personal comfort.

- Ziploc bags to keep clothes dry.

- Wet wipes/hand sanitizers.

- Tissues (for runny noses).

- Water purification techniques.

- Tips to prevent your drinking water from freezing.

Video Lesson 3: For Your Own Comfort and Safety!

Learn all you need to know about:

- Plastic ponchos.

- Sun protection.

- Hiking poles.

- Sleeping bags.

- LED head lamps.

- Ear plugs.

- Personal entertainment (music, cameras, batteries).

- Must-pack items (Swiss army knife, dark tape, etc.).

Video Lesson 4: First Aid Kit and Physical Fitness!

Essential items mentioned include:

- Dental hygiene.

- First Aid Kit and Medication.

- Technology items (watch, GPS).

- Maps of the Area.

- Snacks and Food.

- Physical fitness (VERY IMPORTANT). Prerequisites are rather strict: at least 4 months of physical fitness prior to the ascension. Gym 4 times a week: electrical machines for 45-60 minutes + hikes 1-2 a month!

Tags: Kili climb, Kilimanjaro, Mt. Kilimanjaro

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Kerry de Bruyn

Thanks for this, good to know! Climbing in Feb!

Africafreak

Wow Kerry, sounds amazing! Looking forward to your fabulous photographs! And if you'd like to share your stories with us, you know where to find me... ;) Cheers, Michael

Kili Climber

Thanks for the videos. They will be very useful

Africafreak

Very welcome, and good luck for your trip! ;) Talking about your trip, I'd be more than happy to let you share your Kili experience on my blog if you wish? It would be such a thrill to have you! What do you think? If so drop me a line at info@africafreak.com and will take it from there... :) Keep well, Michael

Ken

Hi Michael, sorry I forgot about your site. But I'm back from my trip and made all these posts but saved them in draft mode. I better get to it! I can write a summary article of my trip for you if you want...

africafreak

Hi Ken, Don't know if you've noticed it yet but I recently interviewed Kerry de Bruyn about her trip. She just got back from her Kili ascension and you can check it out HERE! ;) Anyway, if you feel like you could bring in another aspect of Kili climbing, be my guest! :) You can reach me through info[at]africafreak.com. Keep in touch, Michael

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