Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is definitely one of those undertakings which is both challenging and rewarding. Reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro is a major achievement for anyone, and one cannot forget for the rest of their life.
Standing tall at 5,895 meters, Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa. Trekking such long distances is never easy, but it is not impossible. Mindset, preparation, the right tour guides, and some luck is all it requires to trek the mountain successfully. While it is advised to start the preparation process months before the trekking trip, the day before the trip is of equal importance (as we’ll talk over in this article).
Here are six things to do in the night before you set out for the Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing tour:
When you’re about to trek the tallest mountain present in the continent walking through some of the most grueling atmospheric conditions, it is normal to get anxious, especially if you’re a first-timer. This is seen in most seasoned trekkers too. This triggers a chemical called glutamate and increases our anxiety level.
While, we can’t do much about the feeling that arises, we certainly can do something to oppress or at least ease it. The first thing is to let the feelings flow and remind yourself that “Everything Is Going To Be Alright.” This helps to lower down the anxiety level and normalize ourselves. You can try some coffee, dark chocolate, warm milk or anything that you like which will refresh your mood and calm you down. Yoga sessions, listening to music, or just walking in the nearby park are alternative and effective options.
Several tour companies and community centers organize Kilimanjaro Trekking meet-ups for tourists so they can get more knowledgeable about the trekking and choose a reliable Kilimanjaro Trekking Company. You’ll also gain insights into what it actually will be linked climbing Kilimanjaro as you’ll hear straight from the people who’ve “Been There, Done That” These are organized a day or two before the commencement of the climbing tour.
Attending these meet-ups is usually free of charge. Keep a tab on tourism sites or get in touch with your tour company for updates regarding these forms of events.
Psychology plays a major part in our emotions, behavior, decisions, and to some extent success because the way we think and behaves will determine our success or failure. Hence, days prior to Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, you should get the right psychology mindset. Even if trekking all the way to the top of Kilimanjaro is never an easy undertaking, it is not impossible or even hard if prepared the right way.
But no matter how many hours you put in for preparing physically, you have to be prepared mentally as well. So create some mantras that you can choose from when you’re feeling tired up in the mountains. This will help you in the long run and you’ll be able to pick yourself up during the tough moments.
No matter how many times you’ve gone through the checklist of gears you’re required to pack, one more check never gets wasted. This is important because once you’ve departed from your lodge/hotel/resort, there’s no returning back. Once you enter the park gates, you’re on the climbing tour, and once you step out, this marks the completion of the tour. Thus, if you forget something important, you might have to abandon the entire trip in the middle.
The basic gears for Climbing Kilimanjaro include a backpack cover packed with a sleeping bag, warm clothes, daily essentials, trekking poles, sunglasses, camera equipment, travel documents, etc. In the morning while you may leave in a hurry, it is important that you do this in the night itself and accounts for any missing things so you can purchase them.
Having a good night’s sleep is vital for a fit and fine body that can take on any challenge thrown at it. When we sleep, our mind, muscles, and literary every body part relax and relieve the tension that they have to endure daily. That’s the reason why we feel reenergized when we sleep at least six hours at night. Anything less and we’ll feel tired and sometimes annoyed.
So few days prior to the start of the Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing tour, it is advised that you stop doing the heavy lifting physical workouts and gym session and rather focus on relaxing the body. So the night before your trip, it’s imperative that you give proper rest to your body and sleep adequately for at least six to eight hours.
The only proven way to enjoy the trekking experience in Kilimanjaro is by admiring the beautiful sceneries that come along the way from the bottom to the top. On every turn, you’ll be offered alluring scenery of the majestic mountain and the areas surrounding it. The mountain has five climatic zones — Cultivation, Forest, Heather-Moorland, Alpine Desert and Summit. So needless to mention your Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing experience is going to be varied.
Capture the best moments from the trip some of which will definitely make it into the family photo album. Of all the sceneries, the sunrise from the Uhuru Peak which is the highest point in the mountain is considered the best and is the one you shouldn’t miss either.
The mountain is best experienced during the dry season when there’s no rainfall and the sky is almost clear throughout the day. The temperature is not freezing and wildlife viewing on the lower reaches is good overall. With the above six tips, you’re more than in a good position to trek Mount Kilimanjaro successfully. For further Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro tips and tricks or for tour packages, contact Big Expedition today!
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