Things To Know Before Climbing Kilimanjaro (Lemosho Route)

00:00 Hey Y'all
00:21 Which Route Should I Take?
01:40 How To Pick A Guide Company
03:43 Total Cost and Tipping
04:41 What's Included In A Package?
07:02 What Gear Do I Need To Bring?
07:56 What Do I Carry Every Day?
08:32 What Kind Of Food Were You Served?
09:02 What if Someone Has Dietary Restrictions?
09:24 Can You Climb Kilimanjaro Without Porters to Save Money?
11:44 Daily Miles and Terrain
13:07 A Typical Day
15:13 Summit Day
18:33 Did You Take The Suggested Meds?
19:52 Do You Need Any Vaccinations?
20:47 Is A Visa Required To Enter Tanzania?
22:20 When Is The Best Time To Climb Kilimanjaro?
23:37 How Did You Train?
26:21 How Did The Elevation Affect You?
29:10 What Was The Temperature At The Top?
29:46 How Did You Sort Your Luggage For The Flight?
31:04 What If Your Luggage Is Lost?
32:09 Travel Insurance
33:09 Can I Use Debit/Credit Cards In Tanzania?
33:37 What is The Condition of the Mountain - Leave No Trace
34:58 How Did It Compare To A 14er? (Mt Whitney, Elber, Grays Peak)
35:47 Cell Service

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