TRAINING FOR KILIMANJARO TREK
Training to climb Kilimanjaro is as much about your physical endurance as it is about your mental stamina. The physical training for Kilimanjaro should be a good mix of stair masters, uphill treadmill climbs, and breathing exercises. You should alternate days using the stair master and the treadmill.
Here below is some recommended training for the Kilimanjaro climb.
Climbing Kilimanjaro is in fact just one long hike. The best way to prepare for a long hike is to do a few yourself. If you can do back-to-back days that would be even better. Doing a few practice hikes as part of your training to climb Kilimanjaro will help you to experience what a 5-hour hike on difficult terrain feels like, going up and down and also getting to wear your boots. There is nothing worse than arriving in Kilimanjaro with unworn-in boots. This can seriously stymie your summit attempt as you will get blisters and sore feet early on in your hike.
There always comes a point during summit night that you will want to quit and just head back down the mountain. Keeping a positive attitude and digging deep to push through is an incredibly important and valuable skill. Training your mental stamina is no easy thing, but there are ways to accomplish it. You essentially need to construct an activity that pushes your body to what it thinks is its limit, then you need to push past that to reach your goal. A great way to achieve this is long-distance running such as half marathons and full marathons. A marathon will push you to your limit whilst having an achievable goal in sight of the finish line.
Aerobic training uses oxygen to adequately meet the energy demands of exercise via aerobic metabolism. The types of exercise that use aerobic metabolism are generally light-to-moderate intensity activities like long-distance jogging, swimming, cycling, and walking. This differs from anaerobic exercise like high-intensity weight lifting and sprinting which uses anaerobic metabolism to supplement the aerobic system due to increased energy demands. Aerobic exercise builds the cardiovascular system which is key when training to climb Kilimanjaro, as a strong cardiovascular system will help you process limited oxygen in a more efficient way.
Any Kilimanjaro training plan should also include strength training. Although not as important as your aerobic training, strengthening your upper body, core, and, in particular, your legs, will greatly increase your chances of success. Squats, Front and reverse leg curls, Lunges, and Step aerobics are recommended
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How does a safari work?
During a safari, you wake up early and have breakfast. The morning often starts with a game drive where you start driving from 8am or so. The guide will drive you to ideal vantage points to track down the animals following them in the wild. Note that in an African safari, no one knows where a lion or elephant would be hanging out that day. Of course, experience, time of the year, and weather among other factors help our guide identify plausible locations so you don’t drive the whole day seeing nothing. But be ready for surprises as you’ll never know if you’ll witness a cheetah hunting its meal or see a family of lions. This is what makes a Tanzania safari truly a once in a lifetime experience. Your guide will also help you pick an excellent spot for your packed lunch and, later on, snacks. The wildebeest migration safari is slightly different from a typical safari because the animals are on the move.
After the day’s tour, you’ll get back to the camp in the afternoon. At dinner, you get to eat heartily and enjoy fireside drinks. Keep in mind that a safari is generally unpredictable, and this plan may change depending on how the events unfold.
How many days should I stay?
Three days is our recommended minimum stay to provide enough time to enjoy a chosen park, for example, the Serengeti. Our ideal duration would be from 5 to 7 days and longer if you wish to see the top parks (around 2-4 parks) without rushing to the next one as well as enjoy your accommodation’s amenities. Note that transfers between parks alone take time.
Is accommodation included in the booking?
All our safaris are inclusive of meals and accommodation for the entire duration of your safari as well as domestic travels to the destination, park & camping fees. Accommodation may be at different places. When we send a proposed itinerary, it will include the lodging that we recommend best based on your budget and preference. Should you wish to receive other accommodation proposals offer or have specific ones in mind, just let us know.
How can I lower the cost of my safari?
One of the best ways to keep your budget at bay is to reduce the number of days of your safari as doing so means you have less no. of days to pay for accommodation, food expense, and park fees, which are paid on a daily basis. Also take in mind the type of accommodation preferred. The midrange option is a great choice for those on a budget. You still get to enjoy great buffet meals, and mid level amenities. Luxury lodges are common in Tanzania but they come with a price to avail amenities such as bath-tub, pool etc…
Is it a good idea to bring kids or elders?
Absolutely! Kids will have fun witnessing life in the wild. You will be in the vehicle most of the time and you can stop as you wish or go on a lower pace as needed, which makes this a great option for elders too. Similarly, most lodges have family-friendly accommodation with no stairs and less walking. The meals are usually a buffet, giving you ample choices for all taste and preference.
What kind of food is served?
Meals provided in your accommodation is usually buffet style. Breakfasts include eggs, potatoes, cereals, bacon/sausage, and toast among others. For dinner, you can expect a variety of soups, salads, local and international meals, rice, pasta, fruits and desserts. At lunch, most guests are out in a safari so they bring a lunchbox with a sandwich, raw veggies, yogurt, juice, hard-boiled eggs, and cookies. However, you can also opt for a hot meal where we can set-up a number of dishes served in buffet trays in an ambient spot where you have a view of the savannah.
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Booking
. We provide a service that makes up a safari holiday
. All the details and centenary you are given by Lekar Africa Adventure
. You must inform Lekar Africa Adventure of preferences and special requests for participants.e.g.medicalneed, diet, requirements
. All the packages featured on our website are available
Note. All the tour packages featured on our website are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed. This also applies to privet safari, many lodges and hotels offer the dream of Serengeti & safari capacity and are therefore essential to make reservations and advance for your planned trip.
Note.
. All the right to change and re-adjust the tour schedule
. Transportation, accommodation, and services are indicated in the centenary.
Prices
. We quoted the package safari you chose based on the centenary
. The following expenses are not covered on our quote, go and return international flight, visa, and domestic air
execution of the tour
Note.
. It’s a privilege to see animals in their nature
. We can not guarantee you to encounter any wild animals that you may be interested
. Our safari guides are well-trained and knowledgeable about nature and wildlife
. You must take caution with your guide while you view the animal
. The accommodations that we booked for our guests are based on single room, twin, and double rooms with private bathrooms.
. The route took based on the specification of the chosen centenary
. All our specially built safari vehicles are in roadworthy conditions but no liability can be accepted for a puncture, damage, or delays as a result of the poor road
. LEKAR AFRICA ADVENTURE has the right to change your route or centenary in case of weather, poor road, hotel security
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. A prepayment of 30%of the tour package
. The balance should be cleared no later than 30 days before arrival in Tanzania
. Full payment or 50% is required if the tour is booked less than 30 days.
. LEKAR AFRICA ADVENTURE has a right to cancel any booking if the payment is not received
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. All cancelations must be done by writing and shall be affected on the date
. Cancelation charges apply to the basic rate:
61 days or more before arrival 10% off the pagment.
60 days – 31 days before arrival 25% off the pagment.
30 days – 8 days before arrival 50% off the pagment.
7-days – 3 days before arrival 75% off the pagment.
48 hours before arrival 100% off total cost.
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As LEKAR AFRICA ADVENTURE we shall try to make every effort to ensure all the land arrangements and booked services are carried
Your responsibility to ensure that you have already booked an international flight
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