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It’s official, we have Kilimanjaro’s Number one Guide leading our team. Firstly, our head guide was voted Kilimanjaro’s number 1 guide in 2019. Secondly, our Kilimanjaro treks are up to the highest standards. We have built an amazing team up over 15 years of working on Kilimanjaro.
Athumani has trekked to Everest Base Camp and climbed on Island Peak. He has dreams of climbing Mount Everest but while he is dreaming, he will be leading you up and down Kilimanjaro. He has climbed Kilimanjaro over 300 times and is well on his way to 500 summits.
20 Reasons to Pick Ian Taylor Trekking
Ian Taylor Trekking has been organizing quality climbs up Kilimanjaro for over 15 years! We want to provide a service that gives our clients the best possible experience when traveling to Tanzania. Here are 20 reasons to consider joining an Ian Taylor Trekking team on Kilimanjaro.
All You Need to Know About Climbing Kilimanjaro
If you are trying to gather the correct information you need, just pick up the phone and call us. We are based in Eagle-Vail, Colorado, and are experts on everything Kilimanjaro.
Here is a best-of-all blog post we have developed to help you gather all the information you need for your Kilimanjaro adventure. After leading thousands of people to the summit of Kilimanjaro we have designed the best itinerary for safety and success.
Go straight to our Lemosho Route page and learn more about our unique itinerary. Ian has climbed Kilimanjaro over 40 times which has helped develop our specific training and preparation for Kilimanjaro.
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The Lemosho Route
The Lemosho route on Kilimanjaro has given us a 95% SUCCESS RATE. We have designed our own itinerary to give you the best safety and success. Personally, this is our favorite route with the best acclimatization and scenery on the mountain. The trek through the rainforest is stunning and you feel like you are really out there off the beaten track, the trail is raw and beautiful.
You also get three days to yourself as you trek out of the rainforest and across the Shira Plateau towards the summit of Kilimanjaro. We know this route gives the best acclimatization for your attempt on Kilimanjaro.
So, if you want to enjoy the experience and get to the top, this has to be the route for you. You will not regret giving yourself the best chance at successfully making the summit of Africa’s highest peak.
The Best Time to Climb Kilimanjaro
The dry months – Mountains can be unpredictable, and inclement weather can surface unexpectedly at any time of the year. But on the whole, the following months are the best time to climb – January and February or June to October. Treks around Christmas time are also popular, but December can be a month that is variable in weather.
The rainy seasons – The mountain’s wettest months stretch over two rainy seasons. The shorter rains fall from November through mid-December. March through May brings the long rainy season. Trekking during the rains does have its benefits, with the routes emptying out as visitors shy away from the wet weather. If you want to experience quiet paths and greater solitude, this is the time to go.
For experienced trekkers who can handle the downpours, it’s a consideration. But this is a challenging time to trek, and success rates drop compared to dry season attempts. For most people, it is best avoided.
We’ve put together a month-by-month guide to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro here. This will help you tailor a Kilimanjaro trek to the time that matches your schedule.
Climb Kilimanjaro With the Experts
In conclusion, If you are signing up for one of our Kilimanjaro treks, we will send you an itemized kit list. We also send you our 40-page dossier with important information prior to arriving in Tanzania. While you wait for that list, you can check out our Kilimanjaro packing video.
Ian has climbed Mount Everest to the top and Kilimanjaro 40+ times, giving you the best available information you need to make your trip a success. Drop us an email today, and we look forward to helping you on your way to the summit of Kilimanjaro.
FAQs about Trekking Kilimanjaro
What’s the weather like on Mount Kilimanjaro?
Kilimanjaro’s weather varies with elevation and location – you’ll find warm, lush rainforest at the base while overnight temps routinely drop below freezing higher up. The conditions can change quickly as you experience these different microclimates.
It’s all part of the trekking experience that makes it all the more adventurous and memorable. I have been on the summit one week when the temperature is 20F and the follow week 0F.
What are the success rates for reaching the summit?
We can proudly boast an extremely high summit rates of 95%. It is 95% because we either use the northern route or 8 days on the Lemosho Route using Kosovo Camp. Our expert guides and Kilimanjaro’s Number 1 guide have extensive experience leading treks up Kilimanjaro and pacing groups appropriately to maximize acclimatization. This ensures the best chances possible for every group to make it to Uhuru Peak safely.
What are the different Kilimanjaro routes?
There are several route options used by climbers attempting to summit Kilimanjaro, including the Machame route, Rongai route. Our Favored routes are the Lemosho route using Kosovo Camp and the Northern route. These are the two best routes for safety and success. Our personal favorite is Lemosho.
Can beginners climb Kilimanjaro?
Many of our customers have never summitted a mountain before embarking on our Kilimanjaro trek. With the proper preparation and our expert guidance, reasonably fit beginners can reach the peak without prior technical climbing or hiking experience. Check out our training advice for Kilimanjaro.
What will I eat on your Kilimanjaro trek?
We serve three, three course filling, delicious meals served daily, leaving you satisfied and energized for each next day, conquering Kilimanjaro. We can also cater to all dietary requirements. Read our blog post about food on Kilimanjaro here.
Will there be oxygen available on the trek?
Yes, for the utmost safety, we have emergency oxygen supplies on all of our Kilimanjaro treks. While we take ample precautions through our pacing and acclimatization schedule to allow climbers’ bodies to adjust to the altitudes naturally, we also carry emergency oxygen as a precaution.
Will we have our own toilets?
We have our own private toilets on all our trips along with Mountain Hardwear Trango 4 tents, and Mountain Hardwear dome tents with comfortable chairs for your comfort on Kilimanjaro.
How do I prepare for the Kilimanjaro climb?
Summiting Kilimanjaro is no walk in the park – it takes serious preparation. Many underestimate the demanding conditions high on the mountain. As a result, some come underprepared. We can help with training advice five days a week in the months before the trek. We can tailor a workout plan to help you specifically target the endurance and strength needed. Thanks to this personal coaching, you’ll arrive on the mountain in your best condition to tackle the strenuous summits and challenges ahead.
