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The weather in Kilimanjaro
is a direct result of season of the year, the side
and altitude on the mountain.
The rainiest period: March to June, clouds tends
to pile up and over the summit, dropping snow on top
and rain at the base. Visibility can be limited by
cloud cover. The dry season begins in late June and
through July with cold at night and clear sky.
August and September are also cool with complete
clear days, though a dripping cloud belt girdles the
mountain above the forest and moorland; at the
summit become totally clear. Shorter rains I October
to December with thunderstorms: typically the clouds
disappear in the evenings leaving the nights and
mornings clear with few showers. January and
February are usually dry, warm and clear with few
showers which make good climbing conditions
Time to Visit: The best time to climb is September to October during
the dry season, when the sky
is usually clear from clouds.
Avoid rain season which starts March and ends in May,
because the slopes are more slippery. However, the climbing
can also be arranged for June and July
Climbing times in each day are intended to be
rough estimates, it depends on the fitness level and the
pace of walking.
The trekking companions:
Experienced and English speaking guide to
accompany you to the top, Porters for your luggage, and a cook
for your meals.
Pre-conditions for climbing: You should be healthy to climb the mountain. Make
sure you have travel insurance policy from your country
Warm Necessities:
to mention few: sweaters/jumpers, gloves,
and mittens, scarf, woolen hat, and
a thick fiber pile or down jacket,
a light waterproof top;
trousers plus light over-trousers, and several pairs of socks and pants;
Raincoat,
snow-goggles/sunglasses and walking stick; climbing
boots that prevent irritation and blisters; Three or four season
sleeping bag and waterproof
rucksack bag, outdoors' sport water bottle; sun protection cream,
small first aid kit, a torch with extra batteries, toilet roll,
small towel and wash kit;
you should carry with you some money for tip (cook,
guide and driver), otherwise they will ask;
Do not take all thick clothes, take some
clothes that allow ventilation.
TANAPA is responsible for providing facilities,
maintaining routes and huts, and organizing rescue
services.. the park authority has a reliable and equipped
rescue team on the mountain.
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