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Kilimanjaro: A Trekking Guide to Africa's Highest Mountain [Paperback]

Henry Stedman (Author)
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Publication Date: March 16, 2010 | Series: Kilimanjaro: A Trekking Guide to Africa's Highest Mountain

At 19,341ft Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain. Yet with no mountaineering skills necessary to reach the summit, even non-climbers can experience the thrill of climbing one of the world’s greatest peaks. Taking you from the dusty plains of East Africa through jungle and moorland to the glacier -clad summit, this is one of the most beautiful and challenging treks there is.

 

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"Stedman's wonderfully down-to-earth, practical guide to the mountain, with excellent tips on preparing for the trek and a roundup of routes to the top."
-- Longitude Books (New York)
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Fully revised and expanded third edition – includes MOUNT MERU

 

The most authoritative and detailed guide to climbing

Africa’s highest mountain

‘Stedman’s wonderfully down-to-earth, practical guide to the mountain’.  Longitude Books

 

At 5895 metres (19,341ft) Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain. Yet with no mountaineering skills necessary to reach the summit, even non-climbers can experience the thrill of climbing one of the world’s greatest peaks. Taking you from the dusty plains of East Africa through jungle and moorland to the glacier -clad summit, this is one of the most beautiful and challenging treks there is.

 

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Product Details

  • Paperback: 320 pages
  • Publisher: Trailblazer Publications; Third edition (March 16, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1905864248
  • ISBN-13: 978-1905864249
  • Product Dimensions: 4.7 x 0.8 x 7.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,165 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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“ If they actually go, they will probably use this guide. ” Jane Towle  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
“ Buy this book if you will be climbing Kilimanjaro. ” Allen  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read for Kilimanjaro trekking April 19, 2012
By kaimu
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book was indispensable for our ascent up Kilimanjaro this March 2012. It was just chock full of information and prepared us very well for each day's journey up the mountain. Although, it was out of stock and had to buy it new for $21 from an Amazon Used book seller, I am very happy with the purchase. It not only includes flora and fauna, but descriptions of the geology and climates which make Kilimanjaro so unique and will give you a deeper appreciation as you ascend "pole, pole -slowly, slowly". It gives very good descriptions of the many climbing routes and gives you a description of what you will encounter during each day of your route. The descriptions of the Kilimanjaro towns are good but could be cross referenced (lodging, restaurants, internet availability...) on line before you go as Tanzania is moving forward with change, too. Grab this book and go. You will not ever regret your days spent on Kilimanjaro. Although it is a hefty little book, we took it on our climb and read it during the day before we retired early each night. Cheers and good luck.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars If You're Heading To Kili Get This Book! December 12, 2010
By Pamphlet Purchaser
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I purchased this book, along with several others, in preparation for a Kilimanjaro climb. This book is the only one I've reread (several times over). I was gratified by the detailed help the book offers in preparing for the climb-but I was most impressed by the quality of the writing. It's not often you get something that's both informative and well-written. This is the only guidebook that will be making the trip with me to Kilimanjaro. I'll add to this review when I return.

Back from a successful trip to the summit of Kilimanjaro in January 2011. Carried this guide with me and found it indispensable, especially the description of summit night from Barafu to Uhuru. If you're going to climb Kili get this book. I still read the climb sections to remind me of this spectacular trip.
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5.0 out of 5 stars THE BEST! September 29, 2011
By Don
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Just returned from climbing Kilimanjaro. This book was with us at all times and became our bible. There were 11 on the climb and everyone was clamoring to read (we had 2 copies with us). Found out that my GPS was the most accurate of the 3 on the trip. Everyone was po-poing my readings but I was about 20' off of the books!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Any outdoor or travel collection needs this May 18, 2010
By Midwest Book Review
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KILIMANJARO: THE TREKKING GUIDE TO AFRICA'S HIGHEST MOUNTAIN is a top pick for any who plan on embarking on a trek to the mountain. It covers everything, from city accommodations and restaurants nearby to what to see en route, then how to plan and book a trek to Kilimanjaro. Any outdoor or travel collection needs this.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Preparation December 15, 2012
By carole daniels
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This book is chock full of information but is anything but boring. The author's sense of humor makes it an easy ready. The information is well organized, full of details, with many subjects highlighted separately so as not to create overload. I'm only half-way through, but I'm so glad this book was recommended to me as I prepare for the trek in June.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful guide to climbing Kilimanjaro September 6, 2012
By G. G.
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The best guide out there. Includes a lot of detail about what to expect when climbing the mountain. Got me prepared for my trip and everything was pretty much spot on.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent November 13, 2011
By William Younglove
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Though only partway through Stedman's book, I give it 5 stars, in large part for its thoroughness, but also for its humor. The opening pages are a real revelation.
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5.0 out of 5 stars excellent guide August 25, 2011
By carlos
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I travel to the killimanjaro and read the guide. All the GPS point are precision. Good pictures and text
Easy to lecture and porter
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Read Early and Trek Up Kili with It
I wish that I had purchased this book months before the trip, so that I could have made better purchases with less second guessing about my supplies and gear. Read more
Published 22 days ago by Allen
5.0 out of 5 stars Go to the top of the world
I am going there pretty soon, so I needed some detailed info what it takes. This book is it. If you are going up Kilimanjaro and you did not look at this book you may not be... Read more
Published 1 month ago by D. Gouws
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Useful Book
So details...very thorough guide from A to Z. Gave me a very precise view and knowledge ahead before climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sharon Ng
5.0 out of 5 stars Book
Good overview of what to expect on a trip to Kilimanjaro and Tanzania. Highly recommend it if you are going.
Published 5 months ago by KEVIN
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, fun to read
Took this up Kili last year. Was worth its weight. I have to admit I didn't read it cover to cover, but it was helpful and worth having along none-the-less. Read more
Published 5 months ago by J. Pomerleau
5.0 out of 5 stars Gift to the Parents.
If they actually go, they will probably use this guide.
I'm sure it will come in useful preparing for the journey.
Published 5 months ago by Jane Towle
5.0 out of 5 stars The Pathway to Worthiness
I think both father and son showed great courage and vulnerability in sharing their stories so fully with each other. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Glynn Ford
5.0 out of 5 stars Book available on UK site
This book is extremely well reviewed but super expensive on Amazon US. Check out the UK site where it is available for ~$20 from AmazonUK. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Brian A. Lee
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