Why choose Janibichi adventures?

Professionalism: Our teams of guides have long-time experience with first aid medical knowledge on the mountain, guaranteeing your safety (Some of our guides are certified Wilderness First Responders (WFR)). We carry oxygen tanks on each climb for emergencies. We check the clients every morning and evening using a pulse oximeter during the climb. If a client's oxygen saturation is below an acceptable level, we have emergency bottled oxygen. We also carry a personal stretcher for emergencies, as the National park ones are located at some of the points, but not all of them.

Full information: We provide full information before the climb, which assists you in preparing for your ascent. Additionally, a briefing is conducted every evening during the trek.

Proper equipment: We provide ideal equipment for the climb in good condition, including sleeping tents, comfortable mattresses, tables, and chairs for your comfort.

Ideal menu: A great menu on the mountain is prepared specifically for climbers, offering food that provides energy with the right portion sizes. Our clients often comment on how surprised they were to get such high-energy food on the mountain. In terms of hygiene, handwashing water is treated with Dettol and is available before all meals.

Porter’s right: We do care for our porters' rights, ensuring they are fully equipped on the mountain, properly fed, and carry the recommended weight of 20kg only. Our guides and porters receive wages as recommended by the government. Every year, we obtain public insurance that covers accidents or illnesses on the mountain. We are also a member of the Tanzania Porters Association (TPA).

About Kilimanjaro

MT KILIMANJARO OVERVIEW

The name: The origin of the mountain's name can be confusing to some explorers. It means "that which cannot be conquered" or "that which renders a journey impossible" to some, while it was also referred to as the "mountain of greatness," "spotted mountain," "the white mountain," or "mountain of Cararan". The meaning in both Swahili and Chagga is the same; in the Chagga language, "mlima" means mountain, while "kilima" is a hill.

Mount Kilimanjaro lies on the border of Tanzania and Kenya, just south of the equator. To the west lies the Great African Rift Valley, created by tremendous tectonic forces, which also gave birth to a string of other volcanoes. One of these is Mount Kenya.

The three summits of Mount Kilimanjaro: Shira, Kibo, and Mawenzi are all of very recent origin. Shira and Mawenzi have suffered considerable erosion, leaving only jagged peaks. Kibo, the central, youngest, and highest peak, has survived as an almost perfect cone.

Mount Kilimanjaro, often referred to as Kilimanjaro, with its three volcanic cones, "Kibo", "Mawenzi", and "Shira", is a dormant volcano in Tanzania. It is the highest mountain in Africa, rising about 4,900 meters from its base, and reaching an elevation of 5,895 meters above sea level.

Wheather and climate:  The highest rainfall occurs between mid-March and early May. Slightly less rain falls between November and late December. The maximum rainfall occurs in the forest belt and on the south side of the mountain, where it reaches 2000mm per year. Precipitation on the summit is about 100mm per year. The driest periods are January, February, and September.

Mount Kilimanjaro can be climbed throughout the year, with successful summits possible even during the rainy season. Daytime temperatures can range from a bone-chilling five degrees to a merciless 30 degrees Celsius. Night temperatures drop well below freezing level. The higher rainfall occurs between March and May, with slightly less falling during November and December.

Generally, the best time to climb Kilimanjaro would be during the dry seasons in January, February, June, July, August, September, and October. Although February and September are the driest and best periods to plan your climb, the other dry months can also have some pretty good weather.

Kilimanjaro flora and Fauna: The cultivation belt contains many small holdings (shambas) where bananas and various vegetables are grown. The area is also suitable for coffee.

In the southern wetter forest, you can find camphor, podocarpus, fig, and other trees. The lush undergrowth contains many giant ferns and usnea. In valleys and clear zones, you'll come across vines, mimulopsis, and a multitude of flowers.

In the northern drier forest, you'll find podocarpus, junipers, and olives. The region is also home to many colorful birds, such as hornbills and the turaco, with its dark red wing markings.

Choosing a route

MT KILIMANJARO ROUTE COMPARISON

Why Machame?

This is the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro. With a lovely gradual ascent through the forest, you emerge to see wide views of the moorland on the Shira plateau, Kibo, and the western breach.

Why Rongai?

The Rongai route is less crowded compared to Marangu, and it is the easiest route of all. It has a relatively gentle gradient and short daily stages as it winds its way from the starting point just south of the Kenya-Tanzania border through attractive farmland and delightful forests to several other climate zones.

Why Londorosi/Shira route?

The Shira plateau is less crowded and one of the most fascinating and scenic areas on Kilimanjaro (Shira plateau and western breach wall). It is well worth visiting to explore the ridges and moorland.

Why Marangu?

This is the traditional and most straightforward route on the mountain. It is also the busiest and best-equipped. If you accept that there will be others around, there are the advantages of good huts, good views of Mawenzi, and of course, others to walk with. If you are traveling by yourself, this is the only route on which you can easily join a group.

Why Umbwe route?

The Umbwe route is one of the shortest routes to the southern glaciers and the western breach of Kibo. An ascent to Kibo via the Umbwe route is probably one of the most scenic 'non-technical' mountaineering expeditions in East Africa. It is quite taxing, primarily due to the relatively fast ascent to higher altitudes, but the rewards are plentiful, including fewer people, pristine forest, a greater chance of seeing wildlife and birdlife at lower levels, and a shorter walking distance.

Why Lemosho route?

The early stages of the Lemosho route also offer your best chance of seeing some wildlife on Mount Kilimanjaro, with monkeys prevalent in the forest. The Lemosho route is perfect for those who want to take a slightly longer, more relaxed approach to climbing Kilimanjaro.

How to Book?

To organise your own climb of Mount Kilimanjaro by the Lemosho route, either call us at +255 621041058 or contact us through our E-Mail address info@janibichiadventures.com