At 5895 metres (nearly 4 miles) above sea level, the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest point on earth that a walker can reach. Success is not guaranteed, because each person`s response to rapid altitude gain is different. But you can improve your chances by a wise choice of route & itinerary, by thorough preparation & by taking care of yourself on the mountain. The author provides information & advice about how to choose your route; how to prepare & what to pack; how to prevent & manage altitude sickness; first-hand detailed descriptions of Marangu, Machame, Lemosho & Rongai routes; background on Tanzania, its wildlife & economy; a special feature on climbing Mount Meru to pre-acclimatise; & a map flap showing all ascent routes. The book has over 60 colour photographs, opens flat & is printed on rainproof paper.