At WHOA, we're all about sharing experiences, connecting, and supporting local women in every possible way throughout our adventures. One of the ways we do this in Tanzania is by inviting local women to join our Kilimanjaro climbs. Meet Annette. She’s 26, working in tourism in Moshi, and is an all around inspiring women who’ll be joining our 2019 Kilimanjaro Solstice Summit!
Read more7 Ways to be a Happier & More Mindful Traveler
Our golden rule while adventuring is to show respect to all the new people, places, and things we encounter. Whether it be a monument, a place of worship, spiritual land, crew members or fellow travelers, respect is an essential foundation at WHOA, and we expect nothing less from all our adventurers.
Read moreJambo Hawa: Meet our Next Tanzanian Kilimanjaro Climber
As a single mother and a doctor, I do not have a luxury of saving enough to allow me to go to Mount Kilimanjaro, so I kept this in my wish list until last year when I reconnected with my old classmate Lengani.
Read moreHappy 5th Birthday to WHOA!
Let's celebrate our 5th birthday, by taking a trek down memory lane together, to celebrate the fierce family and strong sisterhood that has been built through 40 epic adventures!
Read moreMama Sherpa's Dream Adventure: Peru to Kilimanjaro
Amanda and Mama Sherpa on the Salkantay
We've invited our Lead Peru Guide, Elizabeth, to join us on one of our other signature adventures on the other side of the world - Mount Kilimanjaro. Even though she is one of the most experienced trekkers we know, this will be her first time on a plane and traveling outside of Peru (how exciting)!
Read moreMeet Polina + Life in Motion
We're honored to be longtime friends of Life in Motion International, a non-profit organization that's dedicated to making the future brighter for orphans and children with disabilities around the world. Their mission is to bring awareness and support to these children through taking on epic adventures, like trekking Mount Kilimanjaro, Everest Base Camp, and Elbrus!
Read moreWHOAlum WISDOM: Everest Base Camp Trek
The views are wildly beautiful, the food is good, the company even better, but prepare yourself for a long trek. If Kilimanjaro is like running a marathon, the EBC trek is like running 10 half-marathons in a row.
Read moreWHOAlum WISDOM: Kilimanjaro
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.
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