Kilimanjaro - The Trekking Guide to Africa's Highest Mountain, 4th: (Includes Mt Meru and City Guides to Nairobi, Dar Es Salaam, Arusha, Mos Paperback – 15 Mar. 2014

Back in 2012 a friend and I decided we wanted to climb Kilimanjaro, but we didn't have a clue where to begin. "There's bound to be a book" I thought, so I had a look and plumped for Henry's; boy am I glad I did! My version was the previous one to this, and we only travelled at the start of July this year (2014), so it would be understandable if some things were a little out of date, or not mentioned at all. For instance in my book there is no mention of Fifi's restaurant in Arusha (on Themi Road which is just off Sokoine Road very near the clock tower) which is absolutely fantastic! The food is wonderful, and, most importantly, the bottles of Kilimanjaro lager are brought with a chilled glass! Delightful.I digress. The book covers everything you can think of, UK based agencies, local agencies in the cities, as well as the cities/towns themselves, with hotel/lodge/b&b reviews restaurant reviews and maps to help you locate anything you want to find. There is equipment lists, advice on AMS, jabs, malari, and other such things. There is even a small Swahili/English section so you can pick up some basics to help you get by politely (and throw in 'poa kichizi kama ndizi ndana ya friji' in response to a street tout's standard 'jambo' and you might not get pestered quite so often. It's not rude - it means 'cool, crazy, like a banana in a fridge', but it might help convince them you aren't 'just another tourist')All the routes up the mountain are covered in great detail, with daily route maps, telling you what you are likely to see, what routes are best and what things let other routes down. Henry is delightfully candid in his description of the long drop toilet facilities on some of the busier routes, which helps give the feeling that the book is written by 'someone like you' who is trying to inform you about what to expect as opposed to someone who just wants to sell books. you will also read about the flora and fauna, and the Chagga. Basically, everything is covered!In the end, so impressed by the quality of the book, we ended up booking our entire trek and safari through Henry himself, and it was absolutely wonderful. This book is an absolute must for anyone with ambitions of climbing this most beautiful of mountains

Very good informative book. Published 2018

I cannot recommend this book enough. Very well written and gives detailed descriptions of just about everything you could possibly wish to know about the mountain and the surrounding areas.Information includes details on all routes and travel companies from across the globe. There is also a lengthy lesson on Tanzania's history, climate and geology. All routes described in great detail including information on camps and included photographs and maps.An absolute essential read if you are planning on climbing Kilimanjaro.

good book.

With this book there is no need for any other. Period. It is that good.

This book was a gift for someone intending to climb Mount Killimanjaro in 2011. Having only quickly looked through it I was impressed with the easy to follow guide for visitors attemting this adventure. I understand all climbs are supervised and controlled and led by experts but this book will give the visitor plenty of information on what to expect down to how many pairs of socks should be taken. In my view this book is a must for anyone intending to climb Africa's highest mountain.

Beautiful, easy to use and very useful guidebook. Comprehensive for all routes. Up to date on all routes except for the new Rongai gate day one. I loved the hand drawn maps. I should be on commission as everyone I showed it to has gone on to buy their own copy!

Amazing book, easy to read and filled with practical and informative advice. There's a breakdown of each climbing route and information about the local areas where you can stay before and after the climb, as well as about Nairobi and Dar es Salaam.The author has climbed via all routes several times and the book was updated and republished in December 2009.If you're going to Tanzania to do the Kili climb, this is the only book you need.

I really liked this book. The author has shared a lot of information and its well written.I recieved this book just few hours ago and I am only at page 69. I am glad I came across your book. Its worth very penny I have spent and beyond.

Great gift

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È LA guida per chi vuole cimentarsi con la scalata del Kilimanjaro. E non solo. Un must have.

This book is amazing for the comprehensive information about not only Kilimanjaro itself but also the surrounding towns, history, geology, climate and anything else you might want to know about climbing the highest mountain in Africa.