Seven Summits

After 30 years of mountain climbing, I was tempted by two legendary African peaks: Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya. Between relative crowds and rare solitude, it was almost a family adventure, from which I extracted this travel journal.

A look back at the 2025 spring season on Everest: record crowds with more than , unstable weather, 800 summits reached, 5 deaths. Records set by Kami Rita and Kenton Cool. Permits on the rise, ethical debate reignited, technologies enhanced. Towards a more regulated form of mountaineering.

In this article from our Kilimanjaro guide, we look at the climbing conditions on Kilimanjaro according to the different seasons, the level of crowds, and the preparation required, both in terms of physical fitness and equipment.

In this article on climbing Kilimanjaro (5895 m), we detail the various expenses to budget for in order to make your trip a success. We also cover the regulations currently in force in Kilimanjaro National Park.

Which route to choose among the five main ascent routes of Kilimanjaro ; the Marangu route, the Machame route, the Rongai route, the Lemosho route, the Northern route, or indeed the Great Traverse and for what reasons.

To choose your ascent route on Kilimanjaro (5895 m), there is nothing like comparing the respective elevation gains, route by route. In this article, we review the dangers of altitude and the physical effort involved.

A brief introduction to Mount Kilimanjaro (5895 m), Mount Kenya (5199 m) and Mount Stanley (5109 m) in Uganda, respectively the first, second and third highest summits in Africa.

As part of Kilimanjaro (5895 m) Climbing Guide, we present in this article all the important points to consider for a successful ascent. Whether it's a question of the itinerary, the best season, the difficulties associated with the altitude or the budget to plan for.

Four routes for climbing Aconcagua, South America's highest peak at 6962 meters. The standard north-west route, via the east ridge known for the Polish traverse, via the Polish Glacier and the south face.