Spring Clean for the porters on Kilimanjaro
Roughly 35% of our clients annually travel to Tanzania to take on Kilimanjaro and summit the world's highest free-standing mountain. We are always trying to collect second-hand outdoor clothing to...
Why climb Kilimanjaro?
Why do people climb Kilimanjaro? The old answer of "because it's there" doesn't really cover it. Our guide Aodhnait Carroll explores a few of the reasons people on her...
Climbing Kilimanjaro solo or with a group?
People looking to save money on trekking often ask about climbing Kilimanjaro solo versus going with a group. Many are experienced trekkers and feel they don't need a guide...
Why climb Kilimanjaro at night?
You’ve heard the stories of the hell of summit night on Kilimanjaro. The lack of sleep, the hiking in the dark, and the 1000 metre elevation gain all sound...
Training for Kilimanjaro – How to prepare.
Being in shape and training for Kilimanjaro is obviously very important but it’s not the only factor to think about. A better question to ask is how prepared are you to...
Being the fence and the ambulance – An Expedition Doctor’s Kilimanjaro Experience
This is an expedition report from Dómhnall O'Connor, an Earth's Edge expedition doctor. We are the only Irish company to send a practising doctor on ALL of our trips. Read on to...
Lakpa’s Kilimanjaro Adventure
In August 2018 Lakpa Pinasa Sherpa joined us on one of our Kilimanjaro Adventures! Lakpa has been working with Earth's Edge since 2012, trekking with us to Everest Base Camp...
Nutritional Tips for Earth’s Edge Expeditions
During a multi-day expedition, your body and mind will be put under a lot of stress, far more than on a normal day. It is important that you look...
Sun, Dust & Cold Air Protection
About Jam: James McManus (aka Jam) owns and runs Earth’s Edge. He has over 20…
