How we deal to help to reduce the affects of altitude sickness in our customers’ Pamoja Kilimanjaro & Safari’s we have a trained medical guides who has a knowledge of monitoring our customers’ health. At least twice a day our medically trained guides check your oxygen saturation by using a pulse oximeter and we use a stethoscope to check for fluids in your lungs. After breakfast and after dinner, our guides ask standard questions about your health, especially related to altitude sickness symptoms. In fact, we keep a log of your health to make sure we are paying close attention to any changes. To ensure a safe climb, we encourage all of our customers to be patient and listen to their bodies. If you experience mild AMS symptoms, we will work with you to slow down the pace of the trek and encourage you to drink more fluids and consume more food. Our guides are there to support you every...Read More

Kilimanjaro Climbing Gears required and available for hire in our office We have put together a packing list of items you will be responsible for during your trip. Although our list is based on years of climbing experience, we encourage you to further explore the type or brands of items that might work best for your needs. Please note that we are happy to arrange the hire of most of the items, especially those listed in the “Equipment” section. Upper Body 2 – Long sleeves shirts, lightweight fabric (e.g., SmartWool or moisture-wicking fabric)- $7 for hire 1 – Short sleeve shirt, lightweight fabric- $7 for hire 1 – Very light fleece/micro fleece or power stretch fleece- $7 for hire 1 – Soft shell jacket, heavier fleece or synthetic sweater- $7 for hire 1 – Belay jacket (preferably down)- $20 for hire 1 – Poncho (optional in case of rain)- $15 for hire Lower Body 2 – Hiking pants-$10 for hire...Read More