On top of the mattress is where you’ll put your sleeping bag to keep you warm. You can also rent sleeping bags at the camp if you didn’t bring one.
The sleeping tents are durable and are built to withstand harsh weather conditions. It has two doors and is bonded to make sure it’s fully waterproof.
In addition, a thick foam pad is given to all trekkers to keep them warm during the cold nights on Kilimanjaro. These are locally made sleeping pads and are thicker to keep you warm.
Three to four people can share the tent with a lot of space left for each person’s belongings.
If you have a specific setup in mind, We Climb Kilimanjaro offers custom-made trips to execute what’s exactly on your mind with the help and advice of our expert.
Note: If you’re not using the Marangu route, sleeping in tents will naturally be the way of life for you until you reach the summit. (Marangu route is only route on Kilimanjaro that use domitory accomodation)

How do people normally spend Downtime on Camping - Kilimanjaro Hiking?

Wash Up and Get Organized
After a day of trekking mount kilimanjaro, you will long to refresh and wash off the dirt and sweat from the day. A basin of warm water and soap are provided at the campsite for you to do just that. You will also have access to the portable toilet we provide, to avoid using the public long drop toilets. You will also be able to unpack your day pack, clear out any trash from the day and repack it for the next day.
Rest
After a day of being on your feet, you will need to rest. Take off your boots and throw on some comfortable sandals or sneakers. Lay down in your tent for an hour or two, put your feet up and close your eyes. Resting lets the body recover and further helps you acclimatize.
Briefing & Health Check
Your guides will twice daily conduct a health check of your heart rate, pulse, oxygen saturation and lungs. They will also spend some time briefing you about the day ahead with recommendations about your clothing and information about hiking distances and expected trail conditions.
Refuel
Take a load off at the table and chairs set up in your private mess tent. You will be served hot, delicious meals at camp and snacks in the afternoons.
Meals and snacks are accompanied by hot beverages such as tea, coffee, and hot chocolate, and of course plenty of drinking water.
Your waiter, who attends to your needs in the mess tent, will also refill your water bottles. It is important to hydrate to prevent altitude sickness.

What are Toilets on mount Kilimanjaro like

At campsites, the toilets aren’t the typical ones you have in your home. They’re either a literal hole in the ground or rocks just near your tents during the night. Public Toilets
However, if you’re not up to this kind of toilet condition, you may ask us before start climbing we have special tent toilets. However, you’ll likely have to pay extra for that. Private Portable Toilets