This video is a trailer for a full-length documentary called Kilimanjaro: Mountain of Greatness. It follows mountain bikers Hans Rey, Danny MacAskill and Gerhard Czerner as they ride to the summit of the two tallest peaks in Africa, Mt. Kenya and Mt. Kilimanjaro itself. Along the way they face some of the toughest terrain any … Read more
Standing 19,341 feet (5895 meters) in height, Mt. Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa and a major bucket list item for many adventure travelers. This video takes us along on a climb to the top of the mountain, giving us a beautiful view of each stage of the ascent. It took the filmmaker seven … Read more
Danish trail runner Kristina Schou Madsen has set a new women’s speed record on Mt. Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. According to Gear Junkie, she was able to complete the 19,341-foot (5895 meter) ascent in a mere 6 hours, 52 minutes, and 54 seconds. For those keeping track at home, that’s even faster than … Read more
At 19,341 feet (5885 meters) in height, Mt. Kilimanjaro is the tallest peak in Africa, and the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Trekking to the summit of Kili has long been a major bucket list item amongst adventure travelers, and remains a challenging, but very rewarding experience. It is such a popular climb in … Read more
Brazilian ultrarunner Fernanda Maciel has set a new speed record for the fastest ascent by a woman on Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa. The speed-climb took place on September 25, and when she was done, Maciel hadn’t just set a new record, she smashed the old one as well. Arriving in Tanzania a few days … Read more
When I climbed Kilimanjaro back in 2015 I went with Tusker, who for my money are the best guides on the mountain bar none. This video was shot on another Tusker expedition up Kili, and it gives viewers a good idea of what the experience is like in terms of not only climbing with the … Read more
Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa is on every adventure traveler’s bucket list. The tallest peak on the continent, and the highest free-standing mountain in the world, is an impressive accomplishment on any adventure resume. It also provides spectacular views of the surrounding landscape throughout the climb and from the summit. But, not everyone is as … Read more
Kilimanjaro is one of the most alluring challenges for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure travelers from around the globe. Each year, thousands flock to its slopes in an effort to reach its lofty summit – the highest in Africa at 5895 meters (19,341 ft). But, many of those climbers never make it to the top, and … Read more
Want to get a great look at what it is like to climb Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak? Take a look at this video, which comes our way courtesy of Madison Mountaineering. It follows a group of trekkers as they go up the mountain, capturing some outstanding footage with a drone as they go. The group … Read more
As the Highest peak in Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro always draws a lot of attention from trekkers and climbers alike. Many travel to Tanzania to nab one of the Seven Summits, while others are lured by the challenge that comes along with hiking to the iconic “Roof of Africa.” But no matter what reason you have … Read more
