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CONTENTS

Map key

East Africa overview map

Kilimanjaro region overview map

Routes on Kilimanjaro

Route comparison table

INTRODUCTION

Preparations and practicalities

Choosing a route

Costs and budgeting

When to go

Pre-departure preparation

Getting there

Permits and visas

Accommodation

Money and currencies

Language

Maps

Equipment

Insurance

Health considerations

Selecting an outfitter

Guides and porters

Tipping

Environmental and cultural considerations

Using this guide

The story of Kilimanjaro

People of the region

Origin of the mountain’s name

Exploration

Kilimanjaro National Park

Natural history

Geology and volcanology

Glacial recession

Climate

Animal and plant life

Acclimatisation trek

Route X Mount Meru Momela Route

CLIMBING KILIMANJARO

Ascent routes

Route A Marangu Route

Route B Machame Route

Route C Umbwe Route

Route D Lemosho Route

Route E Shira Route

Route F Rongai Route

Circuit paths

Route G Southern Circuit Path

Route H Northern Circuit Path

Summit ascent routes

Route I Normal/Marangu Route

Route J Barafu Route

Route K Western Breach Route

The summit

Descent routes

Route L Marangu Route

Route M Mweka Route

Appendix A Accommodation

Appendix B Useful contacts

Appendix C Further reading

Appendix D Language glossary