What I Wish I Knew Before Climbing Kilimanjaro (Learn From My Mistakes)

When I first climbed Mount Kilimanjaro in 2006, I didn’t really know what I was getting into. There were a lot of questions that frankly, I didn’t bother asking. Since my inaugural summit, I launched Ultimate Kilimanjaro and have continued to climb the mountain about once every other year. I've helped thousands of people prepare for their Kilimanjaro experience. During this time, I've noticed what things people tend to overlook and where planning and preparation can go astray. In this video, I reveal my insights that will make your journey smoother and more enjoyable. Read more: https://www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com/w... The 7 Most Important Gear Items for Climbing Kilimanjaro https://www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com/7... What Should I Wear to Climb Kilimanjaro? https://www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com/w... Join our Kilimanjaro facebook discussion group:   / ultimatekilimanjaro   VIDEO CONTENTS 0:00 - Intro 0:44 - #1. Be Vigilant About Acclimatization 1:48 - #2. Choose Your Route Carefully 2:47 - #3. Hike to Prepare 3:42 - #4. Follow the Gear List 4:34 - #5. Don't Skimp on Important Gear 5:15 - #6 . Build Mental Strength 6:13 - #7. Learn How to Layer 6:49 - #8. Bring Extra Money for Tips 7:34 - #9. Summit Day is Harder Than You Think 8:31 - #10. Don't Skip the Safari 9:20 - Conclusion ABOUT ULTIMATE KILIMANJARO Ultimate Kilimanjaro® is, quite simply, the #1 guide service on Mount Kilimanjaro. With more than 18 years of experience, Ultimate Kilimanjaro® has a proven expertise on Mount Kilimanjaro. We lead over 150 climbs per year, with more than 1,000 adventurers climbing with us annually. Literally thousands of climbers have stood on the top of Kilimanjaro with us. Our clients have included celebrities, film makers, senators, ambassadors, authors, journalists, and even the world record holder for the oldest person to summit. All agree, you won’t find a better Kilimanjaro outfitter. Our expert guides, high quality standards, and focus on safety have made us the top choice for thousands of customers from all over the world. In short, we know what it takes to get you to the summit – in an safe, fun, and affordable way. Thousands of people have stood on the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro with us. Won’t you join us on the Roof of Africa? Email us at: info@ultimatekilimanjaro.com https://www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com   / ultimatekilimanjaro     / ultimatekilimanjaro      / @ultimate-kilimanjaro