Tips for Climbing

Hiking is more about the team than individual excellence. All hikers in the group should look out for each other. Don’t feel embarrassed for lagging behind other climbers or forget to mind struggling members. Always work as a team because that’s how you will succeed.

Dehydration is a major cause of weakness in the African savanna, so arm yourself with a hydration pack to ensure that you can sip water at any time during the hike. This container is better than a water bottle because you won’t need to remove your gloves to open it or stop to take a drink.

Climbing the highest free-standing summit in the world is a grueling task that will stretch you both mentally and physically. Trekkers need preparation for this experience of a lifetime. Get all the gear you’ll need and ensure your body is ready for the trip. After all the preparation, you’ll only need a camera to capture the journey to the roof of Africa.

The quality and type of gear you use will have a direct impact on your climbing experience. High quality of warm clothes, hiking boots, and sleeping bags will ensure you a wonderful experience. Ideally, you should look for thermal gear made from high-performance materials such as fleece. Carry sunscreen to protect yourself from sunburns and frosty wind at high altitudes.

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You will find that physical fitness and preparation are as important as financial resources. Make sure to engage in some physical exercises, such as jogging and hill-climbing, to prepare your body for altitude changes. Other conditions to be mentally prepared before mountain climbing are altitude sickness, dust, fatigue, and frostbite.

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Endorphines are “feel-good” chemicals that can relieve pain and boost happiness. Climbing can become a difficult challenge, so it’s important to keep your energy and morale up by releasing endorphins. Learning some happy songs to sing during the hike will stimulate and encourage you and your companions to keep going.

If you want your trek to be safe and enjoyable, plan for the months with minimal precipitation and cold. Tanzania experiences dry spells from January to March and August to October, so the ground is less prone to slippery slopes that can cause accidents.

Additionally, consider scheduling outside the East African tourist season, which peaks in July and August during the wildebeest migration. You could also choose the earliest season because that is when most travel agencies are free.

To avoid altitude sickness and other health conditions, walk at a pace that does not overstrain your body. Experienced climbers do not pressure novices to keep up with their pace, so make sure to travel in their company. They know the right speed for hiking and will manage the climb with timed breaks.