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Kilimanjaro Mobile Phone & Internet Coverage: What to Expect
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Kilimanjaro Mobile Phone & Internet Coverage: What to Expect

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If you are planning to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, you may be wondering: Will my phone work on Kilimanjaro?Will I have internet at the camps?Can I call my family from the mountain?Can I use WhatsApp?Will there be Wi-Fi at the summit? The answer is yes, sometimes—but you should not expect continuous connectivity throughout the climb. Mobile […]

What Happens If You Get Altitude Sickness on Kilimanjaro?
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What Happens If You Get Altitude Sickness on Kilimanjaro?

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Altitude sickness is one of the most important health concerns for anyone climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Because the summit reaches 5,895 metres (19,341 feet), your body has to function with considerably less available oxygen than at sea level. The good news is that mild altitude sickness is common and usually manageable when recognized early. The danger […]

How Much Should You Tip Kilimanjaro Guides and Porters?
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How Much Should You Tip Kilimanjaro Guides and Porters?

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How Much Should You Tip Kilimanjaro Guides and Porters? Tipping is an important part of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Guides, assistant guides, cooks and porters work long hours in difficult mountain conditions, and tips are generally given at the end of the trek as a way of recognizing the team’s service. Tipping is not normally included […]