Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

The roof of Africa has it all: monkeys, sunsets, wildflowers, and yes, a spectacular summit. Here are just a few of the highlights from the Kili Family Climb.

Author:: Jonathan Dorn and Jon Mancuso.
Updated:: Feb 14, 2017
Original:: May 5, 2014

Lion in Ngorogoro Crater

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Join The Alarm, Squeeze, Gin Blossoms, The Fix, and Stay Cats at the top of Mount Kilimanjaro in the name of the Love, Hope, Strength Foundation. Photos by Owen Fegan.

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Stand on the roof of Africa this winter with our all-you-need-to-know guide.

1 Climbing the Monch Final

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Backpacker readers storm Mt. Shasta to raise funds for Big City Mountaineers. The first of two teams starts this morning. First, getting outfitted with Lowa boots. Thanks Lowa! Heading to Hidden Valley for first night camp.

BACKPACKER readers are climbing 14,180-ft Mt. Shasta in support of Big City Mountaineers! Check out the photos from their summit bid.

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Stand on the roof of Africa.

1. Africa 445x260 Justin Lichter

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Join Justin "Trauma" Lichter on a tour of the wilds of Africa.

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Kilimanjaro National Park, Tanzania

Challenging hikes - Antarctica

From an Antarctic marathon to the roof of Africa, here are 8 challenging hikes we can all aspire to.

1. The Eiger and Jungfrau Glacier

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The Eiger is made up of the stuff of legend. Here, an up close and personal look at the mountain.