TIPS ON TANZANIAN CULTURE
By Christa Singleton
Christa is a ‘16 Kilimanjaro and ‘18 Everest Base Camp WHOAlum. She's also the founder of the Curvy Kili Crew and Travel Fearlessly Blog.
Climbing the tallest mountain in Africa is no small undertaking. It requires diligent physical preparation as well as the right hiking gear. But there's more to Kilimanjaro planning than just workout schedules and shopping trips. The Tanzanian culture is vastly different than western cultures and it's something you need to be prepared for. Arriving with a knowledge of their customs and an open mind will help you have an amazing experience during your stay. Here are 6 things you need to know before your Kilimanjaro trip: