Lonely Planet Magazine India

KILIMANJARO Q&A

Can I manage this climb?

If you are physically able to do a strenuous multi-day hike, then, yes, with precautions. Mountaineers call Kilimanjaro a ‘non-technical’ climb, meaning that you won’t need to use ropes, ice axes or other equipment that demands specialist training. You will, however, certainly require suitable apparel

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