MKOMAZI GAME RESERVE NATIONAL PARK.
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Much of the grey-green bush land behind the pare and Usambara mountains is covered by Mkomazi game reserve(national park) a wild a scenic stretch of baobab studded savannah adjoining Kenya’s Tsavo west National park. The reserve provided an ideal habitat for a wide range of wildlife including over four hundred bird species and dozens of types of large mammal of these and antelopes, lesser kudu dikdik, gazelle and impala are frequently seen. Which migratory herds of elephant, buffalo and zebra are also common .there are good odds on sporting (particularly aggressive) lion through the reserve other predators include, leopard, cheetah and spotted and striped hyenas are more inclusive. A rarity is the gerenuk an agile antelope that get up on its hind legs browse trees .Mkomazi other two rare species African hunting dog and black rhino have been reintroduced and are now being bred in semi captivity after they were wiped out in the 1980
THE PARE MOUNTAINS AND MKOMAZI GAME RESERVE - NATIONAL PARK
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Southeast of Kilimanjaro rise the much older but equally beautiful pare mountains a green fertile and infrequently visited region divided into two district –north and south. The practical business of getting around is not as difficult as it was, thanks to the establishment of three cultural tourism programmer (see basics for a genera; over view) two in the north at usangi and kisarangara chini another at mbaga in south. Each programme offer a range of and affordable activities based around guided walks in the mountains and their forests and encounters with total culture of pare tribe who have been living in the mountains for the latest six hundred years.
MIGRATION
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The Serengeti owes its hallowed in our imagination to the annual 800km migration of over 2.5 million animals, largest mammalian migration earth 1.7 million wildebeest and clause to other animal. The river crossings are the largest obstacles namely the Grummet in Serengeti and the Mara along the border with Kenya where weak animal picked off by crocodile and lion.
The migration ceaseless movement is promoted by seasonal search for fresh water and pasture dictated by the rains it moved in roughly clockwise direction concentrating in the national park from April to June towards the end of the long rains.
What to do before Mt. Climbing?
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What to take
You will require the correct underwear, thermal hiking socks, gloves (preferably mittens), warm head protection, rain coat, sunglasses and sun protection cream. Also remember your hiking boots, hiking/running shoes (it is not necessary to walk with boots or climbers shoes until the last sections where scree and rocks are encountered), and very importantly, Carry a ski-pole it reduces external and internal loads on the knee joint by up to 20%. Using 1 ski pole is a must, but 2 poles are recommended. Buy one or hire one but take one . One of the most critical items of clothing is an outer jacket. You want it to perform the functions of keeping you warm, protect you at temperatures of as low as minus 25 degrees Celsius, keep the wind out and yet still “breath”. Try to avoid tight fitting clothing or underwear. This will hamper circulation, causing either cold or discomfort on the mountain. A balaclava is a must, as it will protect your face against cold, wind, sun and snow. Other clothing like shorts, sweaters and T-shirts are strongly recommended, especially during hiking on the lower slopes, when the day temperatures are still high.
The only way to ensure that you are dressed warmly is to follow the principal of wearing the correct clothing layers, starting from against the body. A common mistake made by climbers is to wear almost everything they have and to start off with cotton against the skin. Cotton absorbs moisture perfectly, and moisture trapped against the skin will result in a definite lowering of the body temperature, which could even lead to hypothermia. It is therefore very important to use proper thermal underwear with “wicking” properties (a fabric which has the ability to draw moisture away from the body) and thus enabling it to evaporate to the outside. The middle layer should provide the insulation and a product like polar fleece will be adequate in this regard. The outer layer should be windproof, waterproof and breathable. Products like Ventex, Goretex or Jeantex offer these properties. Short of altitude and physical exertion, cold is one of the most serious obstacles when attempting to summit Kilimanjaro. There’s ready market for used equipment in Marangu, Moshi and Arusha.
New batteries
Replace your head lamp and camera batteries with new ones on your summit night.
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)
AMS commonly affects people at high altitude, who are not accustomed to high altitude conditions. AMS can be lethal if not treated immediately or if its symptoms are ignored. Probably 70% of all people climbing Kilimanjaro will suffer to some extent from AMS. You should familiarise yourself with this condition and take preventative care. Click Altitude Sickness for more information on this medical condition.
Equipment
Backpack is used to carry stuff you‘ll by a day like water bottles snacks toilettes camera and gloves. Sleeping bag, tent, torch, walking stick or trekking pole, water bottle.Most of the following items are essential option items include compact, umbrella, binocular and a reflective metallic space blanket for emergencies.
When to go
The better climbing season is December to February and June to September because the weather is generally clear ; Kilimanjaro can be dumbed during the intervening rain seasons
Guide and porters
Climbing must be accompanied by at least one officially licences guide who should possess a permit issued by KINAPA. The name of accredited guide is kept at Marangu and Machame entrance gates. Refrain from paying until you’ve checked out the guider credential at the gate.
Most of climbers also hire porters. The guide can do this on your behalf but settle the price beforehand and ensure that the porter receive the sum. Although unscrupulous honking companies expect porters to distribute the load (no more than 15kg each).
Preparation and pacing
Small group sizes are also better; the guide can be more attentive to you needs. Climbing Kilimanjaro is difficult and usually painful so you supposed to brace yourself for a big effort and don’t be over confident. Cut down on alcohol and cigarettes a few weeks before the climb go cycling to tone up your lungs. Take care of your body’s need. You should also drink enough water to keep your urine clear. Generally 4-5 litres of water a day). Also try to sleep properly for the night of the summit attempt, bring lots of energy food and water. On summit day go very slowly. Also be aware of your limitation and listen to your guide. Lastly when descending take it slow the greatest risk of injury is on the way down so use a walking stick or ski pole and resist the temptation to slide down the screen.
The routes.
There are three main routes up Kilimanjaro descent is usually along the mweka or Marangu route in the south. Overnight on the Marangu route are in a chain of relatively comfortable cabins. All other route require camping usually at recognized campsites equipped with long-drops and nothing much else. The Uni-part huts along these routes are for guide porters and rangers only.
The Marangu route
Seventy per cent of climbers ascend the Kilimanjaro along the Marangu route a short beautiful but steep track that anything but easy especially if done over only five days which probably explains why fewer than one in five climbers on this route reaches Uhuru peak. Marangu route approaching from the southeast.
Extending the trek over six days as described below or even seven days is such preferable and greatly increases your chances of success. At times there’s also a lot litter left by dumb climbers (hence the trails nickname the “Coca-Cola” route) and graffiti adorns the three large accommodation huts. Mandara (84) beds, Horombo (148) beds and Kibo (58) beds. There are kitchen, toilet, mattresses and rescue team.