How to Prepare for Kilimanjaro's High Altitude (No More Altitude Sickness)

Mount Kilimanjaro's extreme altitude is the primary hurdle for reaching the summit. If you acclimatize well, then there's a high probability that you will be successful in getting to the top.
This video discusses what you can do to boost your acclimatization and increase your chances of reaching the summit, safely and successfully.
Acclimatization Guidelines on Kilimanjaro
#1 Ascend slowly. Your guides will set a slow pace throughout your climb. Because it takes time to acclimatize, your elevation gain should be gradual. Statistically, each additional day spent on the mountain generally increases your chances of getting to the top by about 20%.
#2 Don’t overexert yourself. Mild exercise may help altitude acclimatization, but strenuous activity may promote altitude sickness. It's important to be properly trained for the route you intend to climb so that you aren’t exhausted at the end of each day.
#3 Climb high, sleep low. This is an old adage of mountaineering. It means that you should climb to a higher altitude during the day, then sleep at a lower altitude at night. Most of our Kilimanjaro routes comply with this principle and include optional acclimatization hikes. But some routes are better than others.
#4 Eat and drink enough. It’s recommended that you drink four to five liters of fluid per day. Also, eat a high calorie diet while at altitude, even if your appetite is diminished.
#5 Use Diamox. The FDA approved drug is effective for the prevention and treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).
#6 Avoid tobacco, alcohol and other depressant drugs.These further decrease the respiratory drive during sleep, resulting in a worsening of altitude sickness. And, alcohol is forbidden in the park.
#7 Know when to descend. If you begin to show symptoms of moderate altitude sickness, don't go higher if your symptoms don’t decrease. If symptoms get worse, descend.
Read more: www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com/p...
Altitude training systems can be found here: hypoxico.com/
Join our Kilimanjaro facebook discussion group: / ultimatekilimanjaro
VIDEO CONTENTS
0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Genetics & Acclimatization
1:50 - Acclimatization Guidelines
3:39 - Make Training a Priority
4:37 - Stay at Higher Altitude
5:38 - Use Altitude Training Systems
6:54 - Conclusion
ABOUT ULTIMATE KILIMANJARO
Ultimate Kilimanjaro® is, quite simply, the #1 guide service on Mount Kilimanjaro.
With more than 15 years of experience, Ultimate Kilimanjaro® has a proven expertise on Mount Kilimanjaro. We lead over 150 climbs per year, with more than 1,000 adventurers climbing with us annually. Literally thousands of climbers have stood on the top of Kilimanjaro with us. Our clients have included celebrities, film makers, senators, ambassadors, authors, journalists, and even the world record holder for the oldest person to summit.
All agree, you won’t find a better Kilimanjaro outfitter.
Our expert guides, high quality standards, and focus on safety have made us the top choice for thousands of customers from all over the world. In short, we know what it takes to get you to the summit - in an safe, fun, and affordable way.
Thousands of people have stood on the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro with us.
Won’t you join us on the Roof of Africa?
Email us at: [e-mail]
www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com
/ ultimatekilimanjaro
/ ultimatekilimanjaro
/ @ultimate-kilimanjaro

[@Ultimate-Kilimanjaro]

5 Medications that Help Acclimatization & Combat Altitude Sickness👉 www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com/5-prescription-medicines-for-acclimatization-altitude-sickness/ 7 Natural Foods and Supplements For Altitude Acclimatization👉 www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com/7-natural-foods-and-supplements-for-altitude-acclimatization/

[@Gribardson]

Looking forward to the Aug 31 Lemosho with y'all

[@WiLNorCaL]

Thanks so much Kevin.. I'm booked for the Sept 28th 8day Lemosho climb.. Training and so excited!!

[@SeenaMajnu]

Hi