Map key East Africa overview map Overview map Routes on Kilimanjaro Routes comparison table Introduction Preparations and practicalities Choosing a route Costs and budgeting When to go Pre-departure preparation Getting there Permits and visas Accommodation Money and currencies Language Maps Equipment Insurance Health considerations Selecting an outfitter Guides and porters Tipping Environmental and cultural considerations Using this guide The story of Kilimanjaro People of the region Origin of the mountain's name Exploration Kilimanjaro National Park Natural history Geology and volcanology Glacial recession Climate Animal and plant life Acclimatisation trek Route X Mount Meru Momela Route Climbing Kilimanjaro Ascent routes Route A Marangu Route Route B Machame Route Route C Umbwe Route Route D Lemosho Route Route E Shira Route Route F Rongai Route Circuit paths Route G Southern Circuit Path Route H Northern Circuit Path Summit ascent routes Route I Normal/Marangu Route Route J Barafu Route Route K Western Breach Route The summit Descent routes Route L Marangu Route Route M Mweka Route Appendix A Accommodation Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Further reading Appendix D Language glossary
