How is cooking done on the mountain?
18. What about drinking water? We recommend you drink about 4 -6 liters of fluid each day. Water is best, but fruit juices are a good supplement. Carry your own water bottle at all times, as dehydration is a real problem on the mountain. The air is very dry above 4000 meters so avoid panting and dry to breath through your nose. Control sweating by wearing removable clothing and pacing yourself. Sip fluids frequently. Monitor your urine; output should be at least 1.5 liters per day and the urine should be clear. 19. Can we buy drinking water/soda on the kilimanjaro? Yes, drinking water and soda can be bought on the mountain in Marangu,Rongai,Machame,Umbwe,Shira & Lemosho routes. It is much more expensive however than in Moshi or Arusha town. However, there will be enough water for you up the mountain, and our stuff will boil, filter and refill your bottles. 20. What is the number of climbers? Our climbs have a minimum and maximum number of 30 and 50 climbers respectively. In most cases,
