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12 Interesting Things to do in Stone Town, Zanzibar in 2 Days

Zanzibar is an island off the coast of Tanzania in the Indian Ocean. It’s been gaining popularity recently due in…

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Zanzibar Itinerary: How to Spend 5 Incredible Days on Zanzibar

Zanzibar Island is a gem in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Tanzania. It’s lined with white sand beaches…

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8 Things to Know before Visiting Beautiful Zanzibar Island

It’s popular to combine a Kilimanjaro trek with a visit to Zanzibar Island or a safari – or both. Due…

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Kilimanjaro vs. Inca Trail: Which Famous Trek is Better?

In mid-September 2022, I was on a high. I had just spent four magical days trekking the Inca Trail to…

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Preparing for Kilimanjaro: How to Train and What to Pack for a Climb

One of the biggest questions I get about preparing for Kilimanjaro is how much preparation and training it takes. The…

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How to Select a Responsible Kilimanjaro Tour Operator

When planning to climb the world’s tallest freestanding mountain, one of the most important decisions to make is which tour…

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What is the Real Kilimanjaro Experience? Days 5-8

This is my personal account of what it was like to climb and successfully summit the tallest peak in Africa,…

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What is the Real Kilimanjaro Experience? Days 1-4

Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro is an ultimate bucket list experience. As the tallest mountain in Africa and tallest freestanding mountain in…